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Greg Abbott declares May 'Jewish American Heritage Month' in Texas: 'Imperative'

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AUSTIN, Texas (TND) — Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced Thursday the month of May will be recognized as “Jewish American Heritage Month” in his state. Announcing the news via X, the governor explained such a move is crucial due to recent events. “It is imperative now more than ever that we stand in solidarity with Israel & the Jewish community,” he said. “We will always stand in support of Israel & celebrate the role Jewish Americans have played in our great state. Read More...

SomCo group opposing 1,000 foot wide cut into Allegheny Mountain

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The area of the Allegheny Mountain Tunnel along the Pennsylvania Turnpike would instead be a 1,000-foot-wide gash in the mountain if plans by the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission follow through. Chairman of a group called ‘Citizens to Save the Allegheny Mountain Randy Musser said the environmental effects that could be caused make this a "destructive plan." The Turnpike Commission said there are multiple reasons this project is needed. Those reasons include an increased accident rate in and approaching the tunnel, both directions of the tunnel need " Read More...

Steelers reactivate veteran defensive lineman Cam Heyward; expected to play Thursday vs Titans

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Pittsburgh (WJAC) — The Pittsburgh Steelers announced Wednesday that veteran defensive tackle Cameron Heyward has been reactivated from the Reserve/Injured list. Heyward returned to practice last week, six weeks after he underwent surgery to repair a hamstring injury that he suffered in Week 1. "It felt good. It's been some weeks," said Heyward. "It's been a while. I am excited to just get back out there, get in the flow of things. Read More...