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State of Texas is Set for Inauguration Tuesday

Tuesday, Gov.-elect Greg Abbott and Lieutenant Gov.-elect Dan Patrick will be sworn-in in Austin.

About 30,000 people are expected for the events during the next two days, kicking off Monday night with the Young Texans Celebration at the Moody Theater.

Abbott and Patrick will be sworn-in near the steps on the south side.  After which, thousands will feast on barbecue prepared by Eddie Dean and Company from Terrell. After lunch, at 2 p.m., will be the inaugural parade.

Patrick told NBC 5 that the last months have been a whirlwind and that everything will really sink in at the swearing in.

NBC 5 spoke to Abbott as well.

“The eve of a new era in the state of Texas. It is very exciting and hopefully exciting for Texans, too," Abbott said. "We as a state and as a people have been in a constant state of advancement, and we want to ensure that we continue to advance in the state of Texas.”

After the daytime events, there will be the Future of Texas Ball at the convention center, where both Pat Green and Lady Antebellum will perform.

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