Lawmakers approve bill limiting protests at public universities
By Jessica Priest, The Texas Tribune May 27, 2025 “Lawmakers approve bill limiting protests at public universities” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily…
Read MoreBill requiring that Texas sheriffs work with federal immigration authorities heads to governor’s desk
By Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune June 1, 2025 “Bill requiring that Texas sheriffs work with federal immigration authorities heads to governor’s desk” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for…
Read MoreBill giving Texas parents, school boards more control over library books heads to Gov. Greg Abbott
By Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune May 26, 2025 “Bill giving Texas parents, school boards more control over library books heads to Gov. Greg Abbott” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign…
Read MoreTexas lawmakers to allow smaller homes on smaller lots
By Joshua Fechter, The Texas Tribune June 1, 2025 “Texas lawmakers to allow smaller homes on smaller lots” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s…
Read MoreRural Texas Summit set for June 13-14 in Bastrop Texas
Powering Rural Voices: The 134 PAC Summit Ignites Change in Texas Rural Texas Summit Comes to Bastrop: Bastrop, TX – June 1, 2025 — The 134 PAC, in partnership with the Coalition of Democratic Allies (CODA), is proud to announce the Rural Texas Summit: Building Coalitions, taking place June 13–14, 2025, at the Bastrop Convention & Exhibit Center, 1408…
Read MoreUnazi Ogah debuts with ‘Whom Will God Glorify?’ – a call for Christians to live a life that honors God
New book encourages believers to refocus their priorities on holiness, obedience, and preparation for Christ’s return ROUND ROCK, Texas – Unazi Ogah has announced the release of his debut book, “Whom Will God Glorify? Discover How You Can Live a Life That Pleases God” (published by WestBow Press). This essential guide for believers seeks…
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SUNDAY June 1, 2025 {READ IN BROWSER} “The truth is rarely pure and never simple.” Oscar Wilde, The Importance of Being Earnest I spent some time this week with a few wonderful warriors who are as passionate as I am about highlighting the treasures of the Upper East Side of Texas. These tourism professionals play…
Read MoreNTCC biology students continue groundbreaking fish parasite research
May 29, 2025 Pictured: Gracie (left) and Stephanie (right) working at their microscopes, OMBS, Big Fork, Arkansas. Two NTCC Biology 2289 students, Gracie Gray and Stephanie Hernandez, and Dr. Chris T. McAllister, Natural Science Division, traveled to the Ouachita Mountains Biological Station (OMBS), Big Fork, Arkansas, May 25-30, 2025, to continue their research on fish…
Read MoreJIM “PAPPY” MOORE: I’m Nuts for NUTS!
By Jim “Pappy” Moore I have always had a thing for nuts. Peanuts. Pecans. Pistachios. Cashews. Walnuts. Almonds. Even Chestnuts roasting on an open fire in winter. I suppose it all goes back to my childhood. My Dad grew up a poor boy during The Great Depression. Born in 1926, his childhood was a time…
Read MoreWINNSBORO LIVESTOCK – FRIDAY, MAY 30
May 30, 2025 HEAD COUNT – 350 HD STEERS: UNDER 300 LBS- $ 4.25 – $ 5.90 300-400 LBS- $ 3.90 – $ 5.35 400-500 LBS – $ 3.70 – $ 5.10 OVER 500 LBS – $ 3.45 – $ 4.75 HEIFERS: UNDER 300 LBS – $ 3.90 – $ 5.40 300-400 LBS – $ 3.80 – $ 4.75 400-500 LBS – $ 3.40…
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