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We are deeply saddened by the death of J.P. Francis Truchard. Our hearts go out to his family, friends, staff, and the entire community. We mourn the loss of the longest serving Justice of the Peace in Texas history, a true patriarch of our county. 03/15/2023 23:00

House pushes armed officer at all schools

House pushes armed officer at all schools

Under legislation prioritized by House Speaker Dade Phelan, every Texas school would have an armed police officer, and as piring teachers would receive extra support. 03/15/2023 23:00

How to enjoy the world's best coffee

How to enjoy the world's best coffee

There is a scene in the movie Elf where Will Ferrell, as Buddy the Elf, barges into a diner in Times Square after observing a window sign to congratulate the occupants on serving the “World’s Best Cup of Coffee.” We assume that the sign’s message is an exaggeration. Most of us have been disappointed by diner coffee before. But what if I told you there really was a way to enjoy the world’s best cup of coffee (or close to it) at home, in your kitchen, every day. Read on coffee lovers because you are in for a treat. 03/15/2023 23:00

Did You Know…

Did You Know…

One hundred and twenty-one years ago, noted American Tinsmith John Landis Mason, inventor, and patentee of the metal screw-on lid for glass storage jars died at 70 in 1902 in poverty from unspecified natural causes in New York. 03/15/2023 23:00

Texas again leads state in new corporate projects

Texas again leads state in new corporate projects

Texas once again has topped the list for new and expanded corporate facilities added in a year, according to Site Selection Magazine. With 1,028 new projects in 2022, the state had more than the next two states combined – Illinois and Ohio. 03/08/2023 23:00

I believe, but…

I believe, but…

How many times have I said, thought, or heard others say, “I believe, but I just don’t understand!” How many times have you said that yourself? Probably too many times that we care to confess. As I have said or thought it, I wonder how God must feel when we say that we don’t understand. When I wrote this piece, it was quiet. I am glad it was quiet because I would have missed the Holy Spirit saying, “You are not supposed to.” 03/08/2023 23:00

The SSY

Part One of a Trilogy 03/08/2023 23:00

The Postscript

“Mr. Muscles” 03/08/2023 23:00

Texas Rangers and Colorado County

Texas Rangers and Colorado County

Everyone knows of the legendary Texas Rangers and that it only takes one Texas Ranger for one riot. Little is known of its infancy in Texas and where it all began. 03/08/2023 23:00

Street takeover spurs governor's action

Street takeover spurs governor's action

Gov. Greg Abbott has created a statewide task force after several “street takeovers” recently took place in Austin in which motorists obstructed intersections, shot off fireworks and drove reckless ly. 03/01/2023 23:00

Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor

Train Noise Ordinance ~ Quiet Zones 03/01/2023 23:00

African American fraternal organizations in Fayette County

African American fraternal organizations in Fayette County

ATTS While the church is considered the bedrock of the African American community, fraternal organizations played a large role in shaping its evolution in the late 1800s and early 1900s. 02/22/2023 23:00

Abbott lays out seven top priorities

Abbott lays out seven top priorities

Gov. Greg Abbott, in a State of the State address last Thursday, outlined his seven top priorities for the ongoing legislative session before an invitation-only audience at a manufacturing facility in San Marcos, the Austin American-Statesman reported. Those priorities include $4 billion for border security, property tax relief and more school choice for parents, which he called “education freedom.” He avoided use of the word “vouchers.’ 02/22/2023 23:00

Where Are You Going For Spring Break?

Where Are You Going For Spring Break?

Spring Break in Texas is a very popular time for young adults and college students to head to the beach. We want to remind everyone when you are making plans for Spring Break, make sure a sober driver is top priority. 02/22/2023 23:00

Bum

The horse trade wasn’t my idea. It was true that my bronc-riding career was limping into the sunset, and I’d considered buying a few mares to breed. But, the offered trade cameas a surprise. Up until now rodeo saddle broncs, rehabbing race horses, starting colts, riding thespoiled rough string, and packing mules were my claim to fame. I’d earned my pro-rodeo status competing across the U.S., and the wilderness hunt- ing camp outfitters in Montana and Wyoming habitually assigned sour mishandled horses to my charge. It was my common thought that a gentleman cowboy should raise his own herd of riding stock and that it shouldbe well-mannered, wellbred, and carry ample brains. Saddling and stepping aboard outlaws before daylight was wearing thin. 02/22/2023 23:00

Missing a lot

As I approach the age where its closer to the Lord than it is to high school, I think of what was, what is and what is yet to come. If this sounds almost like a Bible verse, well, it almost is one. But as one can see, the Bible shadows our lives. the Bible is no more truer today than it was yesterday and what is yet to come. 02/22/2023 23:00

“Not Stubby”

“Not Stubby”

My mother has a pet squirrel named Stubby. 02/22/2023 23:00

Be Mine

TheTPhroesetsCcrroispstes 02/15/2023 23:00

Abbot issues disaster declaration, seeks fed help

Abbot issues disaster declaration, seeks fed help

Gov. Greg Abbot has issued a disaster declaration for Texas counties affected by the early February ice storm and is seeking a federal declaration as well for areas in Southeast Texas affected by rare January tornadoes. The ice storm caused considerable damage to property and power outages in the affected areas. The declaration for ice-storm damaged counties includes Denton, Hays, Henderson, Milam, Smith, Travis and Williamson counties. 02/15/2023 23:00

Opry to hold anniversary show

Opry to hold anniversary show

DEREK SPENCE 02/15/2023 23:00

“Valentine Gift”

“Valentine Gift”

“Valentine Gift” 02/15/2023 23:00