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OP-ED: Grateful for newspapers

Thanksgiving is a great time for counting our blessings and expressing gratitude. In challenging times, an attitude of gratitude…

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OP-ED: Harris updates on bond projects

As the bond projects continue, I have tried to keep the community informed of our progress. This year has…

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OP-ED: Talking about parenting: Appreciating the good moments more

It seems that as of late a lot of bad things have been happening. I fully understand that’s…

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OP-ED: Participating in The Great American Smokeout

Did you know that tobacco use is the single largest preventable cause of disease and premature death in…

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OP-ED: Story Over a Cup: Showing the lemons who is boss

After two storms, the lemons on our lemon tree have finally started to yellow and ripen. As often…

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OP-ED: Positive Highlights: Really count your blessings this season

I want you to ask yourself, “What are you grateful for this Thanksgiving?”  In spite of the challenges…

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It’s especially important to support Small Business Saturday this year

It’s been a rough year for small businesses, and it isn’t over yet. The beginning of 2020 was…

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OP-ED: Foster care in Texas is poised to build on its successes

Imagine wanting to be foster parents to a child in need and then getting a call that your…

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OP-ED: Set APRNs free

The Texas Legislature begins its session in January, and already bills are being filed at the State Capitol.…

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OP-ED: THE IDLE AMERICAN – An election of entanglements

Labeling the recent national election as one of “entanglements” may be the kindest of descriptions.  But, it’s a start.…