Saying ‘Thank You’ ...

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” Philippians 4:6 Have you ever done something for someone and they didn’t thank you? I get notices from young people about graduations every year now.

From the Desk of: MIKE READ

To the Patrons of Littlefield ISD: I trust each of you are having a great summer! I am Mike Read, the new Superintendent of the Littlefield Independent School District. I look forward to working with you as we prepare your child(ren) to become future leaders of our society.

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Legislature returns for special session The Texas Legislature convened in special session last Thursday and GOP legislators introduced a fresh set of voting bills after Democrats blocked an earlier attempt during the regular session by walking out in May, preventing a quorum.

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Gas prices at highest level since 2014 As Texans hit the roads this summer with pandemic restrictions eased and vaccinations widespread, the national average price of gas is expected to top $3 per gallon, though the average in Texas for regular is $2.799, according to AAA.

Branson Is Back…

For youngsters, the wheels of time turn slowly, no matter how many “hurry ups” they desire. Indeed, dream fulfillment is painfully slow. The same is often true for grown-ups, too. For Branson, MO, the entertainment mecca was hit hard by COVID-19.

When Words Say Much...

Whatever is said usually doesn’t measure up to sheer artistry, since brush-and-easel greats can land haymakers to writers who are armed only with words. Use of color and much else conveys mind’s eye images to canvas, thus usually tilting communication effectiveness scales toward artistry.

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Heat wave prompts conservation call The Electric Reliability Council of Texas urged Texans to cut back on power usage last week when an unusually large number of power plants shut down for unexpected repairs as temperatures soared.

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Abbott vows to expand border ‘barrier’ Gov. Greg Abbott vowed last week at a border security summit to build a barrier to slow the flow of migrants through the state’s southern border.

Plucky Grandview Kids Wow Brason…

Fifth-grade violinists from Grandview, TX, Elementary School are accustomed to taking Branson, MO, by storm, but this year they wowed audiences despite the “double whammy” of rainstorms and a pandemic.

Be Careful With Your Tongue ...

Let me ask a quick question: Has your tongue ever gotten you in trouble? I bet it has. My tongue has gotten me in plenty of trouble. And sometimes, I say things I instantly wish I could take back, but it’s like toothpaste, once it’s out, it’s not going back in the tube.