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Texas challenged by nursing, trucker shortage Texas has the fourth-lowest nurse-to-population ratio in the country, with only 9.25 nurses per 1,000 residents, according to a recent report by the comptroller’s office.

TV Viewers Can’t Win…

The next thing we know is that three out of five New York doctors agree that watching television may be hazardous to our health.

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Early voting underway for May 7 election Early voting began Monday for local elections and two proposed constitutional amendments relating to property tax reductions. Early voting continues through Tuesday, May 3, with election day on Saturday, May 7.

Back in the Saddle Again…

Craig Murphy, a well-known Fort Worth country music vocalist, has found his niche after trying several other pursuits that turned out to be short-lived. He’s certified in both law enforcement and auto mechanics, but his interest in both fields flagged quickly.

Easter Isn’t Over ...

This past weekend I enjoyed one of the greatest Easter celebrations of my life. Our family had a wonderful time together on Good Friday. We read scriptures and had fellowship with friends. On Saturday we reflected on the silence of it all.

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Abbott halts border truck inspections Gov. Greg Abbott halted the state’s aggressive truck inspection at all Texas border crossings after days of bipartisan criticism over the extended delays of goods entering the United States.

What a Hot Dog!…

We are buoyed annually by hopes that spring eternal when dogwoods and azaleas lead nature’s spring parade. So do concessionaires at Arlington’s Globe Life Field, where the youthful Texas Rangers will hit, run, throw and catch baseballs during the 2022 season in the American League West.

And Life Goes On…

Once upon a time, folks caused others to smile by telling—and retelling—stories to each other. Some have been funnier than others, and some people have told said stories better than others. That established, it is fully admitted that storytelling rarely occurs anymore.

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Deadline nears to register for elections Eligible Texas voters who have not done so already have until April 7 to register to vote in the May 7 statewide constitutional amendment election, as well as any local elections for city, school districts and other local entities.

Seniors and Their Discounts…

In the course of human history, there’ve rarely been days like current ones when bottom lines on price tags have been so convoluted, confusing, confounding and—in some cases—perhaps even conspiratorial.