Ratliff pushes sweeping Texas school reform bill
Ambitious 1,088 page reform package would strip TEA authority, shorten the 180 day year to 175, and place districts under operating charters shifting control to parents teachers and boards The plan faces opposition over private vouchers charter schools and board recall proposals while Lt Gov Bullock backs the measure and notes strong lobbying activity House seeks cautious pilot programs and potential consolidation of small districts Some lawmakers call for extending the year and limiting new school finance changes Separate items cover tort reform schooling sex education polls lottery vending machines and a base closure response by state agencies
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Talk of Texas presidential race in 1841 sparks acrimony
In 1841 Sam Houston and David Burnet each sought a second Texan presidency. Their bitter campaign featured personal insults over liquor, with Burnet mocked as a grog drinker and Houston calling Burnet a wetumpka. Houston won by a large margin amid fierce press exchanges.
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Letter to editor urges reevaluation of petition signs
A parent signed petition worries its use may harm a local coach and friend. The writer clarifies the petition was not tied to a current issue and asks to have their name removed. They urge others to reconsider their signatures and defend coaches amid public scrutiny during a winning season.
County jail tax doubts over new prison facility
A reader argues the new prison, nearing completion, already includes space for county prisoner overflow. The Sheriff reportedly said such overflow use would not be allowed, yet the contract appears to provide it. The writer urges using the existing facility before raising taxes further.
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Gomez Homemakers Meet at Flois Britton’s Home
The Feb 28 Gomez Homemakers FCE Club meeting was led by Vice President Flois Britton at her home. Bernice Britton read an inspirational piece, and Doris Mosley noted minutes while James Stone delivered the financial report.
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Round-Up of School Menus for The Week
A readable list of school meal offerings for the week detailing each day’s lunch selections including Sabatasso Pizza on Tuesday with green beans and peaches, roasted beet and gravy on Wednesday, corndogs and nachos on Thursday, burritos and pork steaks on Monday, fish sandwich on Friday, plus beverages and desserts.
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