Bush, Armstrong praise heroes as they bike through Big Bend
President Bush circulates Big Bend with cycling veterans and wounded-warriors, praising resilience and urging support for troops. Participants include Armstrong, Behr, Learner, and Butler, who share stories of recovery and sport's transformative power. The ride promotes Wounded Warrior Project and related foundations, while Bush hints at a Warrior Open golf event.
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Terlingua
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West Texas hearing weighs lizard status and local impact
Attendees pressed US Fish and Wildlife on who conducts surveys and data sources for potential lizard restrictions. Officials said they rely on university researchers and outside data, with a six month extension possible if science is uncertain. Community members urged practical science and partnership, while some criticized the process as a farce and protective of oil interests.
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Conaway
Midland
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Gulick
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Permian
Obama
Texas
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University Lands
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Fire near Fort Davis climbs Davis Mountains fire moves uphill
The blaze moves up slope in the Davis Mountains fueling through dead vegetation though it does not threaten Fort Davis or nearby communities. Several burned structures are unoccupied outbuildings. Crews from Carson City Nevada work to hold the fire before it reaches Fort Davis as an electrical short from an abandoned building is blamed for starting it. No firefighters have been seriously injured.
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