The National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) announced that Palestine, Texas, has been selected as the location of a flight station for scientific balloon flights. The Balloon Development Group of NCAR will administer the construction and operation... Show moreThe National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) announced that Palestine, Texas, has been selected as the location of a flight station for scientific balloon flights. The Balloon Development Group of NCAR will administer the construction and operation of the station, while field services and personnel will be provided largely by contracts with private industry. Show less