Texas 22 constitutional amendments face Sept. 13 ballot
In Austin the Texas ballot on September 13 will include 22 proposed constitutional amendments. Prop 12 would cap non economic damages in medical lawsuits at 250000 and allow the Legislature to set limits in all civil actions. Prop 14 would authorize bonds up to 10 billion for transportation projects funded by highway revenue. Prop 21 would address college issues.
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Texans Vote in September Election on Constitutional Amendments
Early voting runs Aug 27 to Sept 9 with polls open 7 am to 7 pm on election day. Propositions include funding for water district boards and rural fire services, plus rules on donating equipment and creating rural districts. The Alamo film legacy grows as Disney’s Alamo movie wraps, shot in Central Texas with Tommy Lee Jones starring.
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Ready Minds to Change the World in School Time
Gina Caswell Kelly urges that back to school requires ready minds from students parents and teachers. Students should learn respect tolerance and active participation. Parents must engage in their child s education while teachers greet all without bias and support hard cases. Ready minds can change the world.
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Freaky Friday Remake Mixed with Disney Style
A retro review of Freaky Friday notes its bland season, yet praises star performances by Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan. The plot centers on a mother and teen who swap bodies after a fortune cookie encounter, revealing challenges of parenting and adolescence.
Letter to editor on Brownfield road repairs and traffic lights
Mary Jane Brown defends ongoing brick street repairs in Brownfield. She argues traffic light control lies with Lubbock TxDOT, not Mr. Combes, and urges drivers to use alternate routes if traffic is difficult. She notes state highway maintenance responsibility and praises the long overdue work despite truck concerns.
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Big Spring VA doubts CARES plan for local services
Letter to the Editor from Big Spring highlights concerns about CARES proposed changes at the Big Spring VA Medical Center. The writer argues to keep inpatient surgical services locally and questions consolidating to Midland Odessa, noting the facility has recent upgrades and serves six area communities. The piece urges veterans to contact lawmakers expressing views on the CARES plan.
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