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Hunting Accidents at a New Record Low in Texas

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Texas recorded a new all-time low number of hunting-related accidents across the state, according to the 2023 Texas Hunting Accident Report. A new record low of 10 non-fatal hunting-related accidents and one fatality were reported in 2023.

Saltwater Fishing Report

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East Matagorda Bay: GOOD. 62 degrees. Drum and redfish are good fishing reefs or wade fishing along the shoreline. Trout bite is hit-or-miss. Expect the bite to improve with the tide schedule and in the upswing of the full moon next week. Report by Captain Charlie Paradoski, Captain Charlie Paradoski’s Guide Service.

Saddling Up for Spring

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As the old saying goes, if you don’t like the weather in Texas, just wait a few hours… Brianna Cox and a few of her two and four legged friends decided to take advantage of the unwinter like weather last week and hit the town. Cox and her posse saddled up and headed to the City Park for a treat of shaved ice.

Tax season is halfway through, IRS special agents say don’t let your guard down

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IRS Criminal Investigation’s Houston Field Office warns taxpayers about tax preparers who will make big promises that can land you behind bars. In 2023, the efforts of the Houston Field Office led to 96 individuals being sentenced, collectively serving nearly 400 years in prison, and ordered to pay over $22 million in restitution.

Make the Most of Your Spring Break Outdoors with Texas State Parks

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With spring break around the corner, most Texans are finalizing travel plans to their favorite places in search of sun and fun. If you’ve waited until the last minute to find something to do, never fear. Texas State Parks offer a chance for families to get outside and enjoy the diverse landscapes that make Texas unique. With opportunities to swim, walk and play at many parks, there is something for every member of the family to enjoy.

Statewide Changes to Spotted Seatrout Regulations to go in effect March 26, Public Comment Portal for tag System now Open

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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) proposed rule changes to bag and size limits for spotted seatrout will go into effect March 26 across the Texas coast. The new statewide changes consist of the following: Three fish daily bag limit per angler A minimum size of 15 inches and a maximum size limit of 20 inches One oversized trout greater than 30 inches allowed as part of daily bag limit These changes were adopted by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission at the January meting with the goal of assisting the recovery of the spotted seatrout population after several years of below-average abundance.

Record DeWitt

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Dawson Hunter Koranek and Rane Kazmir Villarreal Kenneth Charles Nash and Elizabeth Katherine Mooney Joshua Robert Boyd and Katherine Ann Parrish Clinton David Lassmann and Amanda Louise Sanchez Simon Castilla and Jennifer Nicole Ramos Salomon Girfaldo Arevalo and Yadira De Leon Lopez Blake Donovan Maldonado and Gabrielle Loren Vasquez Jacinto Sanchez and Emma Caballero Olvera