Two finalists selected in Kilgore College presidential search
STATEMENT FROM JOSH EDMONSON, KC BOARD PRESIDENT: “The Kilgore College Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that we have selected two finalists for the president of Kilgore College. We would like to thank the entire college community for your continued interest and support in the process to identify our next president. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank each member…
Read MoreMany ACA Customers Are Paying Higher Premiums. Most Blame Trump and Republicans, Poll Finds.
By Julie Appleby, KFF Health News March 19, 2026 Most people who get their health coverage through the Affordable Care Act say they face sharply higher costs, with many worried they will have to pare back other expenses to cover them, according to a poll released Thursday. Some are uncertain whether they will be able…
Read MoreOz Says California’s Not Fighting Health Care Fraud, but Data Shows It’s Part of a Larger Battle
By Don Thompson March 19, 2026 SACRAMENTO, Calif. — For weeks, Mehmet Oz has been waging a public feud with California leaders over health care fraud, accusing the blue state of failing to adequately combat such abuse. Oz, who heads the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, alleged that there was approximately $3.5 billion…
Read MoreTexas jails aren’t meeting deadlines to free inmates, costing some counties thousands in settlements
By Ayden Runnels and Alex Nguyen, The Texas Tribune March 19, 2026 Jessica Jackson was supposed to be released from Dallas County jail in time for the holidays last year. She was arrested in early December for misdemeanor drug possession and violating parole, but was credited time for two years she’d already served on a…
Read MoreCourt approves new manager for Dallas-area foster care program after deaths of 2 infants
By Stephen Simpson, The Texas Tribune March 18, 2026 A state judge allowed the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services to appoint an outside child welfare director to take over foster care case management in the North Texas region after two children died while under the current operator’s care. District Judge Monica Purdy on…
Read MoreTexas cities, state government cancel Cesar Chavez Day in wake of report on activist
By Alex Nguyen, The Texas Tribune March 18, 2026 Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says the state will not observe Cesar Chavez Day on March 31, a move that he hopes to make permanent by working with the Legislature and removing the holiday from state law in the 2027 session. The announcement came after a New…
Read MoreGilmer National Bank 125th Anniversary Celebration
Gilmer National Bank 2d · Join us as we celebrate 125 years of serving our community at Gilmer National Bank! We’re honored to mark this milestone with a day full of community, history, and gratitude. Event Highlights: 9:00 AM – Coffee & Community Gathering Enjoy coffee and cookies. Opening Ceremony • Gilmer High School Band…
Read MoreThe Libertarian Party of Texas to Kick Off 2026 Convention Season with “New Frontier” Theme in Abilene
ABILENE, Texas – The Libertarian Party of Texas will kick off the 2026 convention season April 10-12 in Abilene. The biennial convention of the third-largest political party in Texas will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton Abilene Downtown Convention Center at 500 Cypress Street. Texas Republicans will hold their state convention June 11-13 in…
Read MoreKilgore College names Kara Sharman vice president of operations
Kilgore College has named Kara Sharman as vice president of operations, effective April 1. She will lead the college’s newly formed Operations Division. In her new role, Sharman will provide executive leadership with oversight of human resources, auxiliary enterprises, facilities, and communications and public relations. Sharman has served as KC’s director of human resources since…
Read MoreKilgore College names Dr. Brett Haduch Vice President of Student Services
Kilgore College has named Dr. Brett Haduch as vice president of student services. He brings more than 15 years of leadership experience in enrollment management and student support at community colleges across Texas. Dr. Haduch most recently served as the inaugural dean of student success for the Online College at Houston City College, where he…
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