Footwear With a Flare…

Proverbial truisms typically go unchallenged, but an expression dating back to the sixteenth century has gone by the boards when its application is directed toward men’s footwear. Historically, what men have worn on their feet has been basic, often dictated by comfort, durability and practicality.

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‘Constitutional carry’ bill close to becoming law It is a near certainty that Texans will be allowed to carry handguns without a license in the near future as House Bill 1927 passed both chambers and heads to a conference committee to hash out amendments added in the Senate version. Gov.

It’s in the Mail…

Folks who may have spent too much time in the environs of hog farms perhaps came by the odor honestly, simply a result of growing up years. Others of us may “smell of swine” by virtue of being frequent beneficiaries of “blind hog luck.

Give Thanks for your Mom!

A lot of people ask me about God’s Will. They say, “What is God’s Will for my life?” And the answer is simple: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 says, “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

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State shows largest numerical population gain Texas stands to gain two seats in the U.S.

Good Deals Hard to Find…

It has been said of me throughout my adult life—perhaps also true of years unfolding soon after infancy—that my “antenna” has been on “24/7” alert for good deals. Many, though, have “turned to clabber” due to timing issues.

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Health-care expansion defeated in House A bid to expand health coverage for low-income Texans failed in the Texas House last week, 80-68 Ṡtate leaders have long opposed expanding the Medicaid program, which is largely funded by the federal government.

A Look Back at Immovable Coaches…

There are a handful of college coaches in this land whose names are interchangeable with the colleges they served during their entire careers. They were paid salaries that would be laughable compared to contracts held by many big-name coaches today. The coaches were J.

The Shepherd ...

I saw the sheep rush past where I was waiting as the Collie chased them from one pasture to another. It was a vacation. I was in elementary school. We were visiting grandparents. I recall Prince, my grandfather’s Collie, delighting as he ran the sheep and promptly came back to walk with grandfather.

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Early voting underway across state Early voting began Monday for May 1 elections in county, city and school district elections. Secretary of State Ruth R. Hughs encourages all eligible voters to take advantage of the early voting period, which runs through Tuesday, April 27.