Ken Ansell: What would your message to your childhood church be?
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Harrison files for reelection to Texas House
Staff report State Rep. Brian Harrison announced Tuesday that he has filed to run for reelection in House District 10, and also announced that Gov.… Login to continue reading Login…
Ken Ansell: Grumble or gratitude is a choice we all make
. I had a heart attack back in February. We eat healthy at our house (besides the occasional Sonic or Dairy Queen meal) and I… Login to continue reading Login…
Deborah Clark: What if Texas took your property to build an unnecessary lake?
. Texas is a proud private-property state. Ownership and stewardship of land are lauded, celebrated and written into our state’s storied history. But what if… Login to continue reading Login…
The Lowe Down: Cherishing tradition . . .
. While I enjoy watching the Food Channel, I’m not a foodie. I come from a family that eats the basic provisions. We’re not big… Login to continue reading Login…
Texas History Minute: Fannin helped lead independence fight
. (Note: First of two installments.) Some men live only a short life, but one moment can be remembered for generations. James Fannin was a… Login to continue reading Login…
Ellzey bill would let Medal of Honor recipients lie in honor
Staff report Last Tuesday, Congressman Jake Ellzey introduced HR 6378 to permit the remains of any Medal of Honor recipient to lie in honor in… Login to continue reading Login…
Mary Scott Nabers: U.S. airports will offer hundreds of collaboration opportunities in 2024
. Airports nationwide either have major upgrades in progress, or such initiatives are being designed for a 2024 launch date. A significant decline in air… Login to continue reading Login…
Ellzey joins Crow in reintroducing Veterans' Sentinel Act
Staff report Thursday, Congressmen Jake Ellzey (R-Texas-06), and Jason Crow (D-Colorado-06) reintroduced the Veterans’ Sentinel Act, bipartisan legislation to respond to suicide by US veterans… Login to continue reading Login…
Texas History Minute: Anson Jones guided Texas to statehood, Part 2
. (Note: Second of two installments.) In one of the most delicate moments in the history of Texas, Anson Jones stood at the center. When… Login to continue reading Login…