Fiscal Notes discusses gov’t transparency

In Texas, which has the ninthlargest economy in the world, it can be tough to make sense of all the financial transactions in government circles.

State sets labor force records in March, unemployment says steady

Texas attained new records in March 2023 with the largest civilian labor force and greatest number of people employed in state history, according to the Texas Workforce Commission.

Texas GLO launches new map store and database

Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham announces that the Texas General Land Office (GLO) has launched its new map store and database, Historic Texas Maps, HistoricTexasMaps.com.

HHSC resumes Medicaid eligibility redeterminations

The Texas Health & Human Services Commission is resuming eligibility redeterminations for approximately 5.9 million Medicaid recipients now that the federal Medicaid coverage requirement ended March 31.

Elaine Thomas' Veterans’ Voices available at Sticker

by Elaine Thomas is available at the Sticker. The book features 63 firstperson stories from Fayette County World War II veterans and female civilians. Thomas not only interviewed veterans who were on the front lines, but also those serving in support roles.

Police Report

Schulenburg Police Chief Troy Brenek reports that officers responded to 72 calls for services and three reportable incidents were investigated during the week of April 15-21. Included were one counterfeit bill, one burglary of a vehicle and one assault. •April 16 – Sgt.

Courthouse Report

Compiled By Sticker Staff Fayette County Court Adult Misdemeanor Cases Filed April 3 Edwards, Isaiah Daniel-Possession of marijuana <2 oz. (12-27-22) Hess, Troy Allen-Possession of marijuana <2 oz. (1-6-23) Espadron, Javin Ray-Possession of marijuana <2 oz.

State Capital HIGHLIGHTS

Senate, House begin budget reconciliation process The Texas Senate unanimously approved a $308 billion twoyear budget last week, the Austin American-Statesman reported. The next step is to reconcile that budget with one passed earlier by the Texas House.

THC sites to observe Texas Living History Week

At Texas Historical Commission (THC) historic sites across the state, travelers can step back into history. During Texas Living History Week, May 7-13, tours and hands-on activities will demonstrate how Texans of the past spent their daily lives at these state historic sites.

Fire engulfs camper, pickup on I-10 west of Flatonia

A 911 call reporting a pickup pulling a camper on fire on Interstate 10 westbound near the 658 mile marker was received by the Fayette County Sheriff's Office on Tuesday, April 11 around 6:53 p.m., according to Sheriff Keith Korenek. The location is about three miles west of Flatonia.