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OPINION: How to make the holidays happier for the postal service

Last year’s holiday season was not exactly a merry one for the U.S. Postal Service. In the lead-up…

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OPINION: THE IDLE AMERICAN- With Will there was a way

Oh, that the inimitable Will Rogers were alive today. The need for his disarming smile and positive spirit helped Americans survive…

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OPINION: Support local stores and restaurants on Small Business Saturday

Small business is the beating heart of Texas’s economy. The national chains seem to get most of the…

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OPINION: From the editor: Presenting a challenge

Ready or not, the holidays are here and there are plenty of activities through the next month to…

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OPINION: From the WOCCISD Superintendent – M3 Band making a loud comeback

The West Orange-Stark M3 Band is making beautiful music, and I can’t let it go unheard. This year…

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OPINION: THE IDLE AMERICAN – Friends in High Places

There will be those who insist that I have received my just desserts. However, I choose to believe that…

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Letter of Introduction: Chandler announces running for Commissioner Pct. 2

“I’m excited to announce that I will be seeking the office of County Commissioner for Precinct 2! I…

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OPINION- Positive Highlights: Bringing back the feeling of community

Earlton Rogers Sr. was raised in Orange in a time where Orange was full of life, fun and…

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OPINION – Story Over a Cup – A lovely smell at night

I like to give the boys their last walk before bed. It gives them a chance to go…

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OPINION – COVID drove a wedge between parents and schools, and Texas must pull them back together

Most parents say schools didn’t handle the pandemic very well A good education has always required a partnership…