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As one of the early arrivals of the Baby Boom generation, I grew up in a middle-class family where my siblings and I had no clue what being poor was like, even though we couldn’t have everything we wanted (think piano lessons but no pony). Our parents didn’t talk to us about the war, or about the Great Depression that preceded it, but we could tell they weren’t as carefree as we were.
Read moreIn an era of political polarization and widespread civic illiteracy, an unlikely group is spearheading a movement to reinvigorate American democracy: middle school students.
Read moreWhether on the ranching, rodeo or horseman side, a cowboy is known for being tough, independent and taking care of work and life on his own. There are times when there’s no way around it and we just need some help, but otherwise, it’s seen as being weak to not be able to take care of ourselves, our animals and our families.
Read moreLet’s end 2024 on a happy note with Christmas lights on our Courthouse lawn again.
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A growing number of Texas homeowners are forgoing buying homeowners insurance as premiums skyrocket, according to a recent report from the Texas comptroller.
Read moreOVERTIME PAY BOTTOM LINE. “Biden’s rule makes salaries up to $58,656” eligible for overtime. Trump sets it “at just $35,568.” WHAT DOES THAT MEAN? If you earn up to Biden’s amount, ($58,656 a year) $20,000 a year more - you still get “automatically guaranteed overtime pay.” Under Trump, you can only get overtime pay if you make under $35,568 a year.
Read moreYou may have grown up a Democrat or voted Democrat in the past. You may just not like President Trump’s personality. I welcome you to put all that aside and do what your heart tells you is right — vote Republican.
Read moreSoon it will be Halloween – a time for trick or treat. And then less than a week later it is November 5th – Election Day.
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