Flu season nears peak in Texas health advisory
The Texas Department of Health Services urges vaccination as flu-like illness rises across multiple regions. Dr. David Lakey urges staying home when sick and explains vaccine options for different age groups. Vaccination is advised for all 6 months and older, with nasal spray for ages 2 to 49 not pregnant and high-dose for 65 plus.
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Texas Gov Perry hails $2.6B budget surplus and reserves
Comptroller Susan Combs’ certification revenue estimate shows Texas will bring in $2.6 billion more than spending in the next two years, with at least $8 billion in rainy‑day funds and $2 billion for water projects plus $1.4 billion in highway reserves. Despite the windfall, lawmakers may face court battles over school funding and possible spending calls if a special session is convened.
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Dangerous Highway 146 North Sparks Safety Drive
Residents along Highway 146 North urge action to curb deadly, fast traffic on the I-10 corridor between I-10 and Ferry Road. A growing area with Walmart construction, new subdivisions, and dozens of trucks has heightened risk. Community organizers push for lower speed limits, more traffic lights, no parking near intersections, and outreach to State Rep. Craig Eiland for help. Jane Lee comments.
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December 26 history snapshot spans wars tsunamis and politics
On this day in history major events include the 1776 Battle of Trenton defeat for the British, Washington praised as first in war, peace and hearts. 1862 mass hanging at Mankato. 1908 Jack Johnson wins heavyweight title. 1933 Nissan founded. 1943 Scharnhorst sunk. 1944 Bastogne relief. 1966 Kwanzaa first celebrated. 1972 Truman dies. 1996 JonBenet Ramsey case noted. 2004 tsunami aftermath. 2006 Ford death. 2010 Kennedy Senate bid commentary. 2011 Toyota acceleration settlement. Thought for Today by Edwin Arlington Robinson.
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George Washington
Henry Lee
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Jack Johnson
Tommy Burns
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Australia
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Scharnhorst
Indian Ocean
Gerald R. Ford
Rancho Mirage
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Caroline Kennedy
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Kirsten Gillibrand
David Paterson
Toyota Motor Corp
Edwin Arlington Robinson
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