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Wonders of astronomy

Body Blue Origin to partner with NASA West Texans should be familiar with the name Blue Origin. Founded by Amazon owner Jeff Bezos, the company built one of its launch sites just north of Van Horn.
This image shows both the B-1 and B-2 test stands at NASA’s Stennis Space Center in Mississippi. Photo courtesy of NASA

Fifth-generation cowboy brings championship pedigree

Body In a matter of seconds, years of preparation are put to the test for Sul Ross freshman Nic Jackson. As he sits atop a bull and the chute gate opens, those moments show a boy who grew up in a family where rodeo wasn’t just a sport, but a tradition.
Nic Jackson is pictured here riding a bull on the Mall in Washington, DC, during the Rodeo 250 celebration in July. Courtesy photo

Texas Capital Highlights

Body SpaceX, Tesla make Grimes plant official What CEO Elon Musk says will be the world’s largest computer chip manufacturing plant is planned for Grimes County, east of College Station, the Austin American-Statesman reported.

City OKs pet adoption, vehicle contracts

Body The Alpine City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, August 4, at 5:30 p.m. Ward 1 Councilor Richard Portillo was absent due to illness, and the meeting was presided over by Alpine Mayor Catherine Eaves.
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