Older Texans among those facing the largest price hikes for Affordable Care Act insurance
By Terri Langford and Dan Keemahill, The Texas Tribune November 12, 2025 Of all the topics 55-year-old Groves resident Theresa Hebert has discussed on her TikTok account @foolish_mortal999 over the past five years, nothing has brought in new viewers like her recent anxiety over expected Affordable Care Act health insurance price hikes. Not even her…
Read MoreTribCast: Kate Rogers on her ousting from the Alamo Trust
By Eleanor Klibanoff and Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune November 11, 2025 Kate Rogers, the former president of the Alamo Trust, joins the TribCast this week to talk about her decision to step down from running the Texas’ most beloved historic site amid political pressure from Republican state leaders. Rogers walks Eleanor and guest host…
Read MoreFormer U.S. Rep. Chris Bell joins Texas Democrats seeking to unseat Gov. Greg Abbott
By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune November 11, 2025 Former U.S. Rep. Chris Bell is the latest Democratic candidate to join the 2026 race for Texas governor, a re-run after he lost his bid for the state’s highest office two decades ago. “Nowhere is the corruption on more vivid display than the office of our…
Read MorePresident Donald Trump endorses Gov. Greg Abbott for reelection
By Sneha Dey, The Texas Tribune November 11, 2025 President Donald Trump endorsed Gov. Greg Abbott for reelection on Tuesday, applauding the governor’s help in redrawing congressional redistricting maps this summer in his stamp of approval. Abbott announced his bid for an unprecedented fourth term on Sunday. “Greg Abbott has my Complete and Total Endorsement…
Read MoreU.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington, who carried Trump’s tax and spending megabill, is retiring
By Gabby Birenbaum, The Texas Tribune November 11, 2025 Lubbock Republican Rep. Jodey Arrington announced his retirement after a decade of service at the U.S. House, ending an impressive career that saw him rise to the rank of Budget Committee chair and opening up yet another congressional seat in Texas. Arrington will serve out his…
Read MoreEl Paso Times: “Colin Allred slams Democrats for folding on health care in shutdown vote”
Allred: “You can’t tell people that you’re fighting for their health care and then just fold” DALLAS — Last night, U.S. Senate Candidate Colin Allred delivered a powerful message to Democratic leadership this week: Texans deserve leaders who will fight for their healthcare, not fold under pressure. Speaking at the Dallas County Democratic Party’s annual…
Read MoreThe Alamo Cenotaph Restored & Rededicated
Veterans Day Ceremony Marks Cenotaph’s 85th Anniversary SAN ANTONIO, TX – In a patriotic ceremony held on Veterans Day, the Texas General Land Office and Alamo Trust, Inc., rededicated the Spirit of Sacrifice monument, commonly known as the Alamo Cenotaph, following the completion of its vital preservation. The event marked the 85th anniversary of the Cenotaph’s…
Read MoreKC student places 9th nationally in global cybersecurity competition
PHOTO by Rachel Stallard/KC Kilgore College student Michael Pyle has earned national recognition by placing ninth among U.S. participants in the SANS Institute Global Cybersecurity Capture-the-Flag (CTF) competition, sponsored by Amazon Web Services (AWS) Skills2Jobs and the SANS Cybersecurity Institute. Competing against 2,957 registrants from 45 nations, Pyle was one of only 189 U.S. competitors…
Read MoreUT Tyler, Area Theater to Present “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”
Spring 2026 performances set for Jan. 16 – 18 at UT Tyler TYLER, Texas (November 11, 2025) – The University of Texas at Tyler, in partnership with the Stage Notes Academy of Performing Arts Theater in Athens, will present “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” Jan. 16 – 18, 2026. Performances will be 7 p.m. Friday,…
Read More8 Fall Outdoor Power Equipment Tips to Beat Winter Hassles
Prep Now, Avoid Headaches Later ALEXANDRIA, VA. – Once the grass gets its final cut and the leaves are handled, it’s time to swap out the mower, blower, and trimmer for the snow thrower, generator, and chainsaw. The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) says a little prep now means less stress—and fewer repair bills—later. “Your end-of-season routine…
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