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May 27, 2025

Official Media Statement: Texas Game Wardens, Grapevine Police Department Investigate Fatality, Hit and Run

May 27, 1:20 p.m. — Texas Game Wardens and the Grapevine Police Department have Daikerlyn Alejandra Gonzalez Gonzalez, the suspect tied to the death of Ava Moore in custody. We are thankful for the help of fellow law enforcement officers from the Texas Attorney General’s Office, the Texas Department of Public Safety, the Dallas Police Department and Homeland Security Investigations.

Official Media Advisory: Texas Game Wardens, Grapevine Police Department Holding Press Conference About Fatal Hit and Run

GRAPEVINE— Texas Game Wardens and Grapevine Police Department will be holding a press conference and provide an opportunity for interviews regarding the fatal water-related accident of Ava Moore, 18, on May 25.

May 23, 2025

Daniel Kunz Named James "Randy" Fugate Memorial Wildlife Division Professional of the Year

AUSTIN — Daniel Kunz, a senior biologist in South Texas, is the 2025 recipient of the James “Randy” Fugate Memorial Wildlife Division Professional of the Year Award.

Iconic Indian Lodge Reopens After Remodel

FORT DAVIS— The historic Indian Lodge, nestled within Davis Mountains State Park, has completed its extensive remodel and is now open for reservation. This historic and treasured West Texas retreat was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in the 1930s and features white adobe walls and southwestern charm.

May 22, 2025

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Awards $6.8 Million in Recreational Trails Grants to Texas Communities

AUSTIN— During Thursday’s meeting, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved more than $6.8 million in grants, funding 24 trail construction and maintenance projects across the state.

May 21, 2025

Los Guardias de Vida Silvestre de Texas Emiten un Recordatorio de Seguridad Antes del Fin de Semana de Memorial Day

AUSTIN – A medida que se acerca el fin de semana de Memorial Day (Día de la Conmemoración de los Caídos), los Guardias de Vida Silvestre de Texas se preparan para un verano lleno de actividad en los lagos, ríos y aguas costeras con el objetivo de mantener seguros a los navegantes.

Texas Game Wardens Issue Safety Reminder Ahead of Busy Memorial Day Weekend

AUSTIN – As Memorial Day weekend approaches, Texas Game Wardens are gearing up for a busy summer on lakes, rivers and coastal waters to keep boaters safe.

Official Media Advisory: MADD NTX, Texas Game Wardens to Host Memorial Day Safe Boating Press Conference

DALLAS – Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and Texas Game Wardens are partnering to invite media to attend a Memorial Day press conference launching the Safe Summer campaign—a seasonal initiative focused on preventing impaired driving and promoting safety on roads and waterways throughout the summer months.

May 19, 2025

TPWD Highlights Importance for Boaters to “Clean, Drain, and Dry”

AUSTIN – With Memorial Day and the launch of summer on the horizon, Texans across the state will spend time on the water for fun and recreation. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urges boaters and paddlers who enjoy the waterways to do their part to protect the Texas lakes we love from aquatic invasive species.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Launches “Better Outside” Podcast

AUSTIN— Plug in some headphones or turn up your car radio because the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is launching a new podcast — “Better Outside.” Podcast listeners will travel the woods and waters of Texas through an array of awe-inspiring stories about conservation, recreation and the outdoors.