With Apologies to Mom…

One thing we “geezers and geezerettes” have in common is that the lot of us have said something or done “bone-headed” things that disappointed our mothers. We’ve all participated in pranks that have gone south, causing our mothers to shake their heads in disbelief.

Is Christmas Lost? ...

The eternal Word, maker of the universe, becomes a man (John 1:1-3, 14). He lives among us. He is God with us. God becoming a human being is hard to grasp. My Presbyterian Church History professor asked, “How do you feel about calling Mary ‘The Mother of God.

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State’s workforce surpasses prepandemic high The Texas labor market exceeded the previous pre-pandemic high in February 2020 by hitting just under 13 million nonagricultural jobs in November, the Texas Workforce Commission reported last Friday. The adjusted jobless rate was 5.

From the Desk of: MIKE READ Littlefield ISD Superintendent

To the Patrons of Littlefield ISD: It is hard to believe we are getting ready to celebrate “Christmas.” The first semester of school has flown by! From everyone at Littlefield Independent School District, we wish each of you a “Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

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Drier, warmer weather in November Blame it on La Niña. By the end of November, nearly half the state was experiencing drought conditions, up 25 percentage points from the end of October, according to Dr. Mark Wentzel, a hydrologist with the Texas Water Development Board.

When Memory Turns to Mush…

Creative minds at Young and Rubicon—a recognized advertising agency in New York City – have introduced jingles, catch words (as well as “catch phrases”) and slogans that have withstood the test of time. And there are few tests any tougher than time.

FINANCIAL FOCUS

The social distancing and stay-at-home orders necessitated by the coronavirus have led many of us to feel isolated. Still, we've fought back tluough social media, "virtual" gatherings and walks in the neighborhood, where we could greet friends and neighbors (from 6 feet away).

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 the Great Depression. He’d go a long way today in bringing people together as mounting challenges blot out our better acts and kinder nature.

PASTOR’S CORNER

I love the Reformation era hymn, “Wake, Awake, for Night is Flying.” Philippe Nicolai uses Bible texts to call us to prepare with joy for Jesus’ 2nd Coming. The image is the marriage feast of the Lamb with His bride, the Church. The night is flying, the night is ending.

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Filing period for 2022 primary opens The filing period for the 2022 Texas primary elections opened on Nov. 13, allowing candidates to file with their respective party chairs for spots on the March 1, 2022, primary ballot.