Kelly Darby

7th gen Texan. MSW. Invest in TX kids. My views my own. #Texas #txlege RT≠Endorsement

[Kelly Darby @kfdarby]

Just having another gander through the 5th Circuit's 2018 ruling that upheld the ruling that the Texas #fostercare system was unconstitutional.

This is deeply cynical & deeply disturbing POV to be held by the custodians of these "already damaged" kids. #txlege

[The Nature Conservancy in Texas @nature_tx]

🥾 Have you been out to the newly opened Palo Pinto Mountains State Park or are you planning a trip this summer? Finding the perfect parkland all began with a multi-year hunt by TNC staff: https://t.co/OxEUv61ydF

Photos: © Texas Parks and Wildlife Department

[Austin Statesman @statesman]

Longtime early childhood advocate Cathy McHorse died suddenly on May 23. Loved ones remember her as a tireless child advocate and loving parent and friend. https://t.co/YIbGXyABtY

[The Nature Conservancy in Texas @nature_tx]

🌄 Come venture west with us! TNC's Davis Mountains Preserve is hosting a special guided tour on Friday, June 26th. Get the details and register at https://t.co/Vr9QkS9sLs.

[Dept. of Agriculture @USDA]

A case of NWS may have been detected in South Texas. The sample is now at USDA's National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) in Ames, lowa for confirmatory testing. We will provide updates the moment results are available.

We have already activated personnel on the ground and are working with local partners.

What you can expect from us is transparency, candor, and most important — action.

https://t.co/MrhuQr9UbN

[Office of the Texas Secretary of State @TXsecofstate]

Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson today announced her plans to depart the agency effective Friday, July 17.

“It has been an honor to serve the people of Texas in this role,” Secretary Nelson said. “My time as Secretary came at an important moment for Texas, and I am proud of what we have been able to accomplish as an agency in under four years.”

Learn more about achievements of the Office of the Texas Secretary of State during Secretary Nelson's tenure in the full press release here: https://t.co/awvTMZ1GWp

[Jonathan Richie @JRichieTX]

NEW: state Rep. Don McLaughlin says New World Screwworm within 1 mile of Texas border and urged state leaders to set up response modeled after Operation Lone Star.

Says the federal government is "failing to take seriously a threat that could devastate our livestock industry."

[David Weigel @daveweigel]

Notable thing about Paxton, as his campaign pummels Talarico w his woke clips: He doesn’t debate.

Hasn’t faced an opponent onstage since 2014, when he was the non-incumbent conservative choice for the AG primary. Didn’t debate his 2018 Dem opponent who nearly beat him. Ignored George P. Bush who challenged him to five 2022 debates. Never debated Cornyn.

[Tim Miller @Timodc]

Hope is not a strategy Texas Republican. Pull the lever for Mr. T! You will feel great afterwards. Maybe vote for some local Republicans as a palate cleanser and only tell the libs in your life.

[Ryan Autullo @RyanAutullo]

Trial in the marriage of Angela and Ken Paxton set for June 24-26 in Collin County. #txlege

[The Nature Conservancy in Texas @nature_tx]

For nearly 100 years, Skyline Ranch along the Devils River has been in the Dickinson family. Now, thanks to a coalition of conservation partners, this 6,600-acre property is permanently protected! https://t.co/mGKhPZkpYz

📷 : Kenny Braun

[Tom Leatherbury @Tsleather]

@paulflahive has done incredible work reporting on the failures of the Texas child welfare and foster care systems. Highly recommended reading for those who care about government transparency and Texas children.

[Paul Flahive @paulflahive]

I woke up to this terrible story in the @ExpressNews today.

Mom kills kids, burns bodies. Family had been trying to get state to remove kids for weeks @TexasDFPS.

I would like to say this tragedy was singular, but it isn't...

https://t.co/xefvQE0CGP

[The Nature Conservancy in Texas @nature_tx]

Upcoming tour: Visit TNC’s 2,701-acre Marathon Grasslands Preserve in West Texas this Friday, May 15th at 9am! These stunning views and wildlife like prairie dogs and ornate box turtles waiting for you. Book your spot: https://t.co/DMHoGlw5eS

📷 : Jerod Foster

[T.L. Langford @tlangford]

Spring member drive ends tomorrow. Please consider becoming a @texastribune member today. Your donation funds Texas reporting with no paywall. https://t.co/n2f4yLbkqP.

[The Nature Conservancy in Texas @nature_tx]

Look who stopped by and asked to be a part of the team! Our Davis Mountains Preserve staff got a delightful surprise when this Texas Horned Lizard—a threatened species—said hello at the office door.

📷 : Kaylee French (aka Ms. Frizzle for the day)

[Daily Mail US @Daily_MailUS]

Wealthy restauranteur, 52, kills his PREGNANT wife, their two young children and himself in horrific murder-suicide at $1.2m home in Houston's smartest suburb https://t.co/3MGzwVcGpb

[Digital Advance @InfluenceUpdate]

The #TxLege conversation has grown tenfold in a decade.

Our 15 Years of #TxLege report breaks down how we got here: https://t.co/NMTzfWh7D4

[Texans Care for Children @putkids1st]

We're hiring a VP of Policy & Advocacy!

Great opportunity for anyone seeking a leadership role advocating for state policies that support Texas kids and families!

Learn more: https://t.co/lLQOvo60Ny #TXlege #NonprofitJobs #ATXjobs

[Kelly Wiley @KellyWileyNews]

A must-read from @baylisswagner I reported on a very similar situation in 2024 with a former contracted tutor who was assigned to work with Austin ISD students despite TJJD OIG investigating him for sexual misconduct. https://t.co/cXQjlU4UkT

[Bayliss Wagner @baylisswagner]

EXCLUSIVE: When an Austin-area teacher was arrested & accused of molesting an 8th grader, Elgin ISD officials expressed shock.

But months before they hired him, he was barred from working in Texas youth prisons.

What his path says about gaps in the system...🧵#txlege