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New Texas laws now in effect
New Texas laws now in effect
It took some time, but a set of new laws and rules passed by the Texas Legislature in 2023 went into effect on Sept. 1, the Houston Chronicle reported. Prominent among these are the SCOPE Act, or Securing Children Online Through Parental Empowerment Act, which tightens restrictions for online users younger than 18. 09/11/2024 11:00 PM
DAR promotes Constitution Week
DAR promotes Constitution Week
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution urges Americans to reflect on the United States Constitution during this month’s annual observance in honor of this foundational document of national governance. 09/11/2024 11:00 PM
Swimming lesson
Swimming lesson
I am a certified Baby Boomer, so when I grew up in the 1960s there were nearly three zillion kids in my neighborhood. 09/04/2024 11:00 PM
The Lord is my strength
The Lord is my strength
Katy and I enjoyed our three day weekend so much. It was much needed and we got to rest a lot. 09/04/2024 11:00 PM
Don’t get caught in another man’s game
Don’t get caught in another man’s game
TherewasanoldTVwestern series back in the 1950s and m’60s called “Maverick” about two semi serious brothers who made their living gambling and they were always quoting what their Ol’ Pappy told them. One of the most memorable was, “Don’t get caught in another man’s game.” 09/04/2024 11:00 PM
Comptroller: Hundreds of new homes needed to cut costs
Comptroller: Hundreds of new homes needed to cut costs
A 26-page report from the Texas Comptroller concludes that the state needs 306,000 additional homes, a shortage that has sent housing costs soaring, The Texas Tribune reported. Homebuilding hasn’t kept up with the booming economy as millions of new residents have moved here over the past decade, leaving more than half of the state’s homeowners and renters struggling to find and keep affordable housing. 09/04/2024 11:00 PM
Letters to the Editor
Letters to the Editor
A Chameleon Act That Won’t Fly 9-1-24 Leopards do not change their spots. 09/04/2024 11:00 PM
Keep our eyes on Jesus
Keep our eyes on Jesus
Katy and I love our weekends and getting to relax a little bit. We do have some work to do on the weekends, but we try to make some time for each other without having to do other things. We enjoyed dinner together on Friday night and a much needed weekend. 08/28/2024 11:00 PM
FDA Lawyer: Agency wrong to warn against using Ivermectin for COVID-19
FDA Lawyer: Agency wrong to warn against using Ivermectin for COVID-19
In a newly released undercover video, a lawyer who defended the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in a federal lawsuit admitted that the government agency had exceeded its authority in online statements regarding the use of ivermectin during the COVID-19 pandemic. 08/28/2024 11:00 PM
Texas’ heat-related deaths are likely undercounted
Texas’ heat-related deaths are likely undercounted
As Texans endure the dog days of summer, experts say deaths related to heat in Texas and nationwide are likely undercounted, the Texas Standard reported. 08/21/2024 11:00 PM
Oil smooths out many things
Oil smooths out many things
There is an old saying thWhat do Russia, Iran and Venezuela have in common besides not having the best interests of their citizens in mind? The answer is a lot of oil revenue. 08/21/2024 11:00 PM
This earth is not our home
This earth is not our home
My 36th birthday on Friday, Aug. 16, wa good. My wife surprised me with an amazing birthday cake. It was a chocolate cake with peanut butter and Reese’s Pieces. 08/21/2024 11:00 PM
Press on twoard the goal
Press on twoard the goal
Wow! Where did the summer go? It is off to another busy start with the school year. We had Meet the Teacher on Monday night and then the first day of school was yesterday, Aug. 14. 08/14/2024 11:00 PM
Pandemic relief funds for schools to end
Pandemic relief funds for schools to end
Texas public schools received more than $19 billion in pandemic relief funds over the last four years, but that pipeline of cash will largely end on Sept. 30, The Texas Tribune reported. 08/14/2024 11:00 PM
Be a light for others
Be a light for others
I went back to school on Tuesday, Aug. 6. Students will start back next Wednesday, Aug. 14. I’m so excited to get to know all of my students this year. Meet the Teacher will be held on Monday night, Aug. 12. I always enjoy meeting all of my students each year. I like to start building a relationship with them from Day 1 and see how much they grow throughout the year. 08/07/2024 11:00 PM
Pattern of abuse at Texas juvie facilities
Pattern of abuse at Texas juvie facilities
A federal investigation into five state facilities concluded children in custody face excessive force, sexual abuse and a lack of vital services, The Dallas Morning News reported. 08/07/2024 11:00 PM
Keeping them happy
Keeping them happy
I read a book one time that was based on the theory that every leader has a constituency that must be satisfied in order to remain in power. You could almost compare this to feeding young calves out in the pasture with entrance bars that prevent the rest of the herd from eating while the favored calves can have access. 08/07/2024 11:00 PM
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