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Perot Museum of Nature and Science
The Perot Museum of Nature and Science houses a newly identified species, nicknamed "the T. rex of the sea."
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Attention has mounted surrounding Texas’ cattle industry due to the detection of New World Screwworm in the state, but our Brad Burt reports livestock are not the only ones affected. Experts are encouraging pet owners to be vigilant in checking their pets and to use tick prevention. FDA-approved tick prevention for dogs can be found in topical or tablet form and for cats, the CDC recommends speaking to a vet before applying a tick prevention product.

Early voting for Lubbock City Council District 4 runs June 15-23 and Election Day is June 27.