AUSTIN-- The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is re-introducing its largemouth bass conservation license plate with a new graphic design. Artwork on the new plate depicting a jumping bass chasing a lure was created by well-known wildlife artist Clemente Guzman. … [Read more...] about 05-28 | New Bass license plate aims to increase funding for fisheries
Archives for May 2015
Texas business owner shoots intruder, The Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas 05/23/15
The owner of a trucking business in Houston, Texas arrived at his still-under-construction facility to discover a burglar inside. A physical altercation between the owner and thief ensued. Eventually the owner drew a firearm and shot the criminal, ending the struggle. The thief later died at a nearby hospital. … [Read more...] about Texas business owner shoots intruder, The Houston Chronicle, Houston, Texas 05/23/15
Nikon introduces P-308 riflescope for Texas hunters
In Texas, when a big boar steps out at 200 yards, a hunter often needs more knockdown power than the normal AR platform with a .223 round can provide. Big hog hunters know the .308 is often a better choice. Now, Nikon has developed a scope sepcifically for the .308. … [Read more...] about Nikon introduces P-308 riflescope for Texas hunters
05-27 | State Parks Recovering from Recent Storms
AUSTIN-- Torrential storms that have continued to hammer much of the state for more than a week now are leaving their mark on Texas' State Park system. As of Wednesday, more than 50 state parks report some damage as a result of significant rainfall; about half those sites are currently either closed or partially closed to the public due to flooding. … [Read more...] about 05-27 | State Parks Recovering from Recent Storms