Farmers' Almanac predicts bitter winter across the middle states
The 2010 Farmers Almanac forecasts a cold, snowy midsection from the Rockies to the Appalachians with a milder East and West coasts, while NOAA says El Nino may bring warmer northern winters. The almanac notes cool Northeast and snowy Great Lakes, cold South Central states, and dry Northwest, with milder Southeast. The two agencies differ on winter warmth but agree on next summer’s warmth.
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Pacific Ocean
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Halpert
The
Weather Service
Hales reflects on homelessness and common humanity
Luke Hales, assistant managing editor of The Baytown Sun, argues that homelessness spans mental illness addiction and misfortune. He urges empathy over judgment, noting shared humanity beyond possessions and ego, and warns to beware of harsh reactions.
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Baytown Sun
Texas workers overwhelmed as food stamp applications surge
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission faces a 16 percent turnover and a flood of food stamp applications. San Antonio worker Joan Barasch cites very low morale from workload. Spokeswoman Stephanie Goodman notes a need for more staff but doubts future hiring. Advocates sue in federal class action over delays beyond one month required by law.
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Austin
Texas Public Benefits Agency
Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Joan Barasch
San Antonio
Stephanie Goodman
Grito Festival Returns With Music and Competitions
A community Grito Fest planned to attract 5200 attendees returning after a 2007 event. Mariachi Los Gallitos performs 2 to 2:30 pm, Nemesis 3 to 4:30 pm, and Jaime y Los Chamacos 5 to 6:30 pm. Jalapeno eating, salsa, accordion and Grito contests, kids activities, and arts and crafts vendors are on offer.
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Nemesis
Jaime Y Los Chamacos
Wilson
Bible literacy bill lacks specified training and funding
The bill's supporters say state approved materials and curriculum standards suffice for Bible literacy in independent study classes, but no explicit training or funding is set. TEA says no funds requested as coursework is covered. Rep. Chisum blames TEA for confusion while UT Austin professor Friesen notes clearer standards in other states.
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Texas Education Agency
Warren Chisum
Rpampa
The
Education Agency
Georgia
Alabama
Tennessee
Steven Friesen
University of Texas At Austin
Lyons on Campaign Rhetoric and Media Power
Arkansas Democrat Gazette columnist Gene Lyons critiques political rhetoric and media dynamics in postwar and modern eras. He cites Truman's 1948 whistle stop strategy and questions how technocratic arguments fail to sway broad audiences against the right wing noise machine. Lyons notes liberal missteps and urges fighting back with sharper, accessible messaging.
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Columbia Journalism Review
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