Independence Day Reflections on Pride and Sacrifice
A columnist reflects on the meaning of Independence Day, urging Americans to remember the sacrifices that built the nation. The piece emphasizes patriotism, national unity during wars, and pride in the flag, pledge, and anthem as celebrations progress.
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Ogallala water district managers seek regional planning unity
Ogallala area water district managers met in Plainview to urge the Texas Water Development Board to keep the region intact within SB 1 regionalization. They fear division could roll back three years of planning, seek intra regional units for management, and will present the proposal to the TWDB on July 15 in Amarillo.
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Texas adopts health insurance law overhaul and risk pool
State and federal actions widen health coverage in Texas effective July 1 with Kassebaum Kennedy Act alignment. Measures include portability for pre existing conditions, guaranteed renewability, small employer coverage rules, and a new Health Insurance Risk Pool for the uninsured. Premiums for the pool start 125 to 150 percent of standard risk rates. governance by a nine member board. Bush backs new curriculum plan amid conservative opposition. Lottery bids delayed to allow new bid specifications and staff input. consultant hired for bid drafting. Former pitcher Nolan Ryan contemplates running for agriculture commissioner as national ad time raises interest. Insurance Commissioner Elton Bomer fines a Bermuda based medical malpractice insurer $235,000 for operating without Texas licensure.
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