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TCA thanks NCTA's Kyle McSlarrow for his great work on behalf of the cable industry and wishes him the best in his future endeavors!

Feds gave out millions in broadband stimulus -- no oversight on its spending. Broadband boondoggle continues!

TCA its member cable companies and cable programmer HISTORY are partnering in recognition of Veterans Day to honor veterans through the fourth
annual “Take a Veteran to School” program.

Cable Connects Texans newsletter highlights the latest cable company news and fascinating broadband stats - including that the number of Internet users will surpass the two billion mark by the end of 2010.

Adios, DSL, your days are numbered - consumers will keep turning to cable to fill their need for speed.

Interesting article highlighting how the $7.2 billion in broadband stimulus funds will put existing private service providers at a competitive disadvantage.

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CAPITOL ORNAMENT PSA AIRING ON TEXAS CABLE SYSTEMS
TCA members donate air time to aid Capitol preservation program. To date, more than $5 million has been generated through ornament sales to support ongoing Capitol conservation and maintenance programs.

Texas Cable Association (TCA) member companies are doing their part to support Texas Capitol preservation and education programs by once again donating air time to televise a public service announcement (PSA) to encourage sales of the annual Capitol Ornament. The PSA – featuring Texan singer-songwriters Robert Earl Keen and Lyle Lovett – promoting the 2010 ornament will be seen through December on the Texas systems of Charter, Comcast, Suddenlink and Time Warner Cable.

“The holidays mark a time of reflection and joy as Texas families across the state give thanks for their blessings," said Julie Straus, wife of Speaker of the House Joe Straus, who is spearheading the Capitol Ornament campaign. “Joe and I are delighted to continue the beloved tradition of unveiling the 2010 Capitol Christmas Ornament, which provides funds toward the preservation of our majestic Capitol. This year's ornament is a beautiful keepsake of the history of the Texas State Capitol and a reminder of the best that Texas has to offer."

Link to purchase the current or past ornaments. The 2010 PSA  and press release can be viewed on TCA’s website.