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β’ Ottawa Redblacks sign DB Benny Sapp III, two others (bgmsportstrax.com) β A professional defensive back from Humble, Travian Blaylock, has signed with the CFL's Ottawa Redblacks after previous stints with the Edmonton Elks and B.C. Lions. The piece tracks his journey from Wisconsin Badgers standout and Academic AllβBig Ten honoree to his latest opportunity in Canada, alongside detailed career notes on his new teammates.
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β’ USDA Restricts PACA Violators in New York, North Carolina and Texas from Operating in the Produce Industry (usda.gov) β A Humble-based company, Triple C Produce & Logistic LLC, has been barred from operating in the USDA-regulated produce industry after failing to pay more than $41,000 owed to a Texas seller. The federal sanctions suspend its PACA privileges and restrict its listed members from working with licensed produce firms without USDA approval, underscoring tighter enforcement on fair payment practices.
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β’ The Sign-of-Our-Times Allure of a Fake Beach Paradise (texasmonthly.com) β Humble is now part of a statewide trend of artificial beach lagoons, joining other landlocked Texas towns adding turquoise-water attractions to master-planned communities. The story follows how these man-made beaches boost home values, reshape resort life, and even offer public day-pass options near Houston, raising questions about cost, access, and the appeal of "fake" shorelines.
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