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SCHOOL ACCOUNTABILITY CHANGES CLEAR SENATE

Working into the wee hours of Thursday morning, the Senate approved tweaks to the new school accountability system…

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SENATE SIGNS OFF ON DALLAS PENSION DEAL

The Senate unanimously approved Tuesday a proposal to fix the pension fund that pays for the retirement of…

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Street illumination needed, not affordable

Editorial by Dawn Burleigh There is no doubt on what is the hottest topic of conversations in Orange…

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It’s okay to listen, I am not your dad

Editorial by Chris Kovatch   Scrolling through my Facebook newsfeed, it is easy to see what time of…

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Kids rise to meet the challenge

Editorial by Mary Ekene Larry Spears said earlier in the year that in their first week back from…

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BUDGET DEAL REACHED

The Senate’s chief negotiator on the budget announced Saturday a deal had been reached between the House and…

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Private property owners rights must always prevail

Editorial by Dade Phelan   AUSTIN, Texas — Storm chasing was made glamorous by the movie, “Twister.” But…

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Still much to be done

Editorial by Robert Nichols While essential bills are being passed by both Chambers and sent to the Governor,…

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Justice, the truth, civility and caution

Editorial by Bobby Tingle   Carl Broussard was sentenced Monday for a crime he committed. He was charged…

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An Ending and a New Beginning

Editorial by Rickie R. Harris Within a matter of days, the 2016-2017 school year will end. Students will…