Cement boom spurs Texas plants to expand and import more
Texas cement makers push to increase capacity as construction surges. TXI seeks permit to add 1.5 million tons at Midlothian plant while Hotham Cement eyed expansion to 2 million tons. Galveston imports planned to speed delivery amid a 11.5 million ton annual consumption.
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Texans blame TV and film for crime rise says poll
The Texas Crime Poll finds 47 percent blaming movies for rising crime and 28 percent blaming television, nearly double figures from 20 years ago. Pollist Dennis Longmire notes greater media focus on crime and graphic movie violence as factors. The survey of 548 Texans by phone in July also shows increased death penalty support and varying confidence in crime agencies.
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Rains ease water restrictions in San Antonio area
Rains boost Edwards Aquifer levels and spur relaxation of water rules in San Antonio. Officials lowered Stage II to Stage I and urged continued conservation as readings rose to about 662.1 feet above sea level from 22.6 feet since August.
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