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New book ‘The Good Samaritans’ explores how inherited worship rhythms shape Christian faith and culture
John Miller’s upcoming release invites readers to reconsider the relationship between worship, tradition, time, and spiritual formation SUGARCREEK, Ohio – “The Good Samaritans: From the Well to Worship in Spirit and Truth” (published by WestBow Press) by John Miller is a thought-provoking new work that examines how inherited worship structures and rhythms quietly shape…
Read MoreVideo: Archeologists using drones, aerial scans to map ancient Caddo camp in Upshur County
Driving sober is the winning goal this summer
Drivers 25 times more likely to cause a fatal crash when combining alcohol and THC Download video June 16, 2026 ATLANTA – The safest decision happens before you turn the key. Driving after drinking alcohol, using THC or mixing substances puts everyone on Texas roads at risk. With summer travel, World Cup matches and Independence Day…
Read MoreFormer Lt. Gov. nominee Mike Collier sues over Texas’ onerous rules for independent candidates
By Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune June 16, 2026 Mike Collier, the two-time Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor, has filed a lawsuit seeking to overturn Texas’ system for independent candidates to get on the ballot. The federal lawsuit, filed in Austin last week, says that the bar for an independent candidate to get on the…
Read MoreNewly announced TribFest speakers grapple with the country’s hardest questions
By Matt Ewalt, The Texas Tribune June 16, 2026 As we approach the nation’s 250th anniversary, the questions at the heart of American democracy feel more urgent than ever. When we gather for The Texas Tribune Festival this September 24-26 in Austin, we’ll bring together voices who are living those questions with their work, helping…
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Kilgore College Rangerettes select 30 freshmen for 87th line
Thirty young women were named the newest members of the world-famous Kilgore College Rangerettes during a closed ceremony June 13 in Dodson Auditorium. The announcement concluded the Rangerettes’ annual tryout week, during which candidates competed for a spot on the renowned dance and drill team. The new Rangerettes will join 34 sophomores to make a…
Read MoreUSDA has new partners in the fight against screwworm — drones, dogs and fungi
By Berenice Garcia, The Texas Tribune June 16, 2026 McALLEN — The U.S. Department of Agriculture is doubling down on its fight against screwworm. On Tuesday, the USDA announced new approaches to combat screwworm, including using AI drones to monitor wildlife and enlisting the help of 40 research projects that would be funded via a grant…
Read MoreAs data centers seek to tap Texas’ energy, grid regulators are close to approving a new way of vetting requests
By Paul Cobler, The Texas Tribune June 17, 2026 If you look at recent forecasts for future demand on Texas’s energy grid, the state must find a way to more than quadruple its energy production in the next six years or risk high energy prices and blackouts. However, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas, the…
Read MoreFormer employee’s ethics complaint alleges age discrimination in Rep. Troy Nehls’ office
By Gabby Birenbaum, The Texas Tribune June 17, 2026 WASHINGTON — Rep. Troy Nehls is facing an age discrimination complaint from a former employee, who told the House Ethics Committee that he is one of three staffers alleged to have faced unfair treatment over their age while working for the Richmond Republican. Kevin Countie, who…
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