Driving fatalities in the United States are at the highest point since 2008, yet new research reveals that many are unaware of the enhanced risk and are actively making choices that increase the danger on our roads.
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.
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.
Like other states, Texas found out during the pandemic how critical high-speed broadband is for school, work and medicine. And the state is working to expand it — but it’s going to be at least a year before Texans start to see results.
This past Easter was kind of an eye-opener for me. Well, I suppose I’ve had a number of these moments of clarity only to become hazy at best. This past Easter Sunday brought together several generations. My 94-year-old dad, down to our five-year-old grandson, was present. A stark contrast to those who were not present was family that has gone on to eternal life. But, looking around at the smiling faces and the laughing and giggling (and that is just the adults) causes one to pause and ponder what life is all about.
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