Nancy Thompson: Vouchers are bad for Texas public schools
. Texans love their public schools. Not having public schools was listed as one of the grievances against Mexico in 1836. Texas Republicans have been… Login to continue reading Login…
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Ken Ansell: Jesus is looking for followers, not fans
. I hang out with some men from my church on Monday nights. It’s low-key, we sit on the back deck of a house where… Login to continue reading Login…
Harrison re-files bills for new special session
Staff report AUSTIN — On Friday, Texas state Rep. Brian Harrison responded to Gov. Greg Abbott’s special session agenda by filing bold bills on medical… Login to continue reading Login…
Commissioner Paul D. Perry announces for reelection
Staff report Republican Paul D. Perry announced that he will seek reelection as Ellis County Commissioner, Precinct 3. “It has been my honor to serve… Login to continue reading Login…
Texas History Minute: Larry Hagman loved to play the villain
. Texas has produced many colorful characters and gifted actors and artists in its long history. Among those is actor Larry Hagman. He played one… Login to continue reading Login…
Bryan Golden: Living without anger
. The “benefits” of anger are many. Stress, anxiety, diminished judgment, reduced productivity, poor digestion, sleeplessness, elevated blood pressure, negative impact on relationships, unhappiness, and… Login to continue reading Login…
Letter to the Editor: Let’s figure out how to benefit from the proposed high-speed rail
. A lot of energy is being spent fighting the Texas Central railroad, which would connect Dallas to Houston in under 90 minutes. Some concerns… Login to continue reading Login…
Ellis GOP calls for Phelan's resignation
Staff report During last Tuesday evening’s monthly meeting of the Ellis County Republican Party, the Executive Committee, by unanimous consent, approved a resolution asking that… Login to continue reading Login…
Joe Guzzardi: Californians pack up, seek greener pastures
. After decades of dramatic population increases, California’s residency totals have stabilized, although not in the manner that advocates had hoped for. Radical policies embraced… Login to continue reading Login…
Arthur I. Cyr: U.S. faces complex French connection
. On Sept. 21, in a magnificent military ceremony, Gen. Thierry Burkhard, chief of the Defense Staff of France, laid a wreath at the Tomb… Login to continue reading Login…