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We Were Young, They Say. We Have Died. Remember Us.

By Robert M. Edsel With the end of World War II in Europe, letters from American families seeking information about their loved ones began arriving at town halls across the southern Netherlands. Postmarked from big cities and small towns, from those of privilege and those barely scraping by, each one contained a heartbreaking request similar…

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Plants, Community, Learning: Dallas Arboretum’s Cultivate Series Continues with Tomato Jam on May 31 

DALLAS, Texas – May 19, 2025 — From zesty tomatoes and tropical houseplants to fiery peppers and aromatic coffee, Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden‘s Cultivate Series invites visitors to dig into the colorful world of plants through hands-on experiences, flavorful tastings, live music and educational activities for the whole family.   “Our Cultivate Series has quickly become…

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SBA Relief Still Available to Texas Small Businesses, Nonprofits and Residents Affected by Spring Storms Deadline to apply for physical damage loans approaching

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding eligible small businesses, nonprofits, and residents in Texas of the June 20 deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset physical damage caused by thunderstorms, straight line winds and tornadoes occurring on April 4. The declaration covers the Texas counties of…

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Despite bipartisan support, Ethical Pet Sales Bill dies in Texas Legislature

  Austin, TX –  With two weeks left in the legislative session, the Texas Humane Legislation Network (THLN) released a statement following the failure of the Ethical Pet Sales Bill, House Bill 3458/Senate Bill 1652. “With deep disappointment, we share that the Ethical Pet Sales Bill will not advance this session despite broad bipartisan support and powerful testimony…

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ROCK THE FALL: STYX, DANAE HAYS AND CHICAGO TRIBUTE BAND LEONID & FRIENDS BRING ELECTRIFYING ENERGY TO LIVE! CASINO & HOTEL LOUISIANA

 Legendary Rock, Viral Comedy and Luxe Getaways Collide this October in Bossier City   BOSSIER CITY (MAY 20, 2025) – This fall, the stage is set for an epic entertainment takeover at Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana. Prepare for three nights of music, laughter and pure adrenaline as the powerhouse Chicago tribute band Leonid &…

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Commissioner Buckingham Encourages Texans to Utilize the Texas Beach Watch Program During 2025 Beach Season

  AUSTIN, Texas— Today, Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham, M.D., encourages Texans to utilize the General Land Office’s (GLO) Texas Beach Watch website during the 2025 Beach Season. As Texas residents and people from across the country plan their visits to the Texas coast for summer vacation, the GLO’s Beach Watch program continues to provide…

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Are we a genuine Christian or just religious? 

LIVING ON PURPOSE By Dr. Billy Holland When discussing eternal life, it brings up one of two emotions and attitudes. Those who believe in the Bible and have Christ as their Lord become excited and grateful that God has saved them and promised to be with them forever in a glorious paradise. On the other…

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TSTC’s new Building Construction Technology program draws attention of area industry leaders 

(MARSHALL, Texas) – As East Texas experiences population growth, the construction industry seeks skilled workers to meet increasing demand for new housing. Texas accounted for 15% of the nation’s new-home construction permits and 9% of the United States population in 2024, according to National Mortgage Professional, and local and regional building construction employers are feeling…

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UT Tyler Alum Named International Fulbright Research Fellow 

TYLER, Texas (May 20, 2025) – Colm Conneen of Tyler, a May 2025 graduate of The University of  Texas at Tyler, has received a one-year U.S. Fulbright fellowship to conduct post-graduate research beginning this fall at the University of Fribourg in Switzerland. While there, Conneen will study microbial microcosms in pitcher plants, which is a…

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