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.

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Population gains, losses in state detailed The U.S. Census Bureau has released is sub-county population estimates from April 2010 to July 2020. That includes population estimates for the 1,200 incorporated places in Texas.

Might Makes Right?…

Ever-deepening Christian faith is called upon by believers who sometimes are challenged by their “trust and obey” commitment.

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Budget headed to governor’s desk The Texas Legislature sent a $248 billion two-year state budget to Gov. Greg Abbott after the House approved the measure last Thursday. The 140-day legislative session ended at midnight May 31.

Happenings Along the Way…

Expertly written and acted, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum has been ransacked as an eye-catcher for many projects, presentations, and programs over the years.

Basics...

Basic Christianity heals and nourishes the soul. This weekend stop and ponder the basics. Sunday is Trinity Sunday. Reflect on the unfathomable depths of Divinity - a God greater than we are.