The Texas story begins with its Indigenous peoples. For thousands of years, Indigenous peoples shaped this land, from its earliest communities and trade routes to the art, craftsmanship, and traditions that helped define Texas culture. On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor that history and recognize the Native Texans whose cultures remain a living part of our state’s heritage.

College applications can get expensive fast. Next week, Texas students can cross those fees off the list! October 12–18 is Texas Free College Application Week, and application fees are waived at public colleges and universities across the state. That’s one less expense standing between you and your next big step. Take advantage of it at https://t.co/vNx9ASFSPw! https://t.co/5rD6CMMJR6

Dallas and Denton counties: @TXGLO is hosting a disaster relief program this Saturday for homeowners affected by the federally designated disasters in 2024. Check the link below to learn more about how you can qualify for aid! https://t.co/4PfZXmBr58

Three years after the horrific terrorist attack on Israel, we remember the victims and their families whose lives were forever changed on this day. While war rages on in the region, we also cannot forget the devastation that has occurred in Gaza and the West Bank. It is time for peace, diplomacy, and an end to this ongoing violence in the Middle East that President Trump has egged on with his illegal war in Iran and continued support for Israel's offensive weaponry.

Due to the monumental backlog of voter registrations, Texas election officials are calling recent updates to the state’s voter registration system a ‘systematic failure’. State Republicans have sewn chaos into Texas' electoral system just weeks before a crucial election.

October is LGBTQ+ History Month. From Stonewall riots to Obergefell, we're celebrating the voices, stories, and contributions that have helped shape our communities and continue to inspire future generations. Our history often goes overlooked, but its impact is felt worldwide. https://t.co/uHMPGcIJJ4

Big win for Big Bend: A U.S. District Judge has haulted all border wall construction through our national treasure. Big Bend belongs to the American people, not a construction crew. Protecting our border should never mean destroying the land that makes Texas extraordinary. https://t.co/eeZbs4Co06

TEXAS VOTERS: TODAY is the last day to register to vote in Nov. Even if you THINK you’re registered, CHECK YOUR STATUS. More than 1.2 million Texas voters are on the voter suspense list, and you could be one of them without realizing it. Visit https://t.co/Q6aTYowAb0 to check your registration ASAP. Don’t wait until it's too late to discover you've got a problem.

This October, we stand with survivors. We must work together to make ensure everyone in our communities feels safe, heard, and respected.

DHS just admitted in court that they’re starting border construction AGAIN in @BigBendNPS. We stood united the first time against this despicable decision, and we’ll do it again. Big Bend belongs to Texas.