Texas Legislature Sees Rapid Bill Filings As Session Nears Deadline
In Austin the pace of filed bills climbs daily with totals reaching 3344 as of March 5. Lawmakers fear exemptions, push for emergency measures, and explore red light cameras while parties joust over budget balance and tax policy amid France Iraq tensions.
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Austin Leaves and Bills Trigger Historic Texas Notes
A Texas focus piece notes Austin gains in leaves and new laws while the French award honors Normandy veterans. The Texas Historical Commission turns 50, with M ay preservation conference May 15 17 in Austin. Rabies rules now require tri yearly vaccines for dogs and cats after four month initial dose and one year booster.
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Making a Difference by Gina Caswell Kelly
The piece urges as a powerful personal responsibility to be a positive example for others. It notes influence persists beyond fame, sharing a story of a student who wished to emulate the author and a teacher who inspired that imprint across generations, urging commitment to worthwhile values.
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Daredevil Film Review Marks a Dark Comic Era
The piece surveys the rise of superhero cinema from Superman and Batman to X Men and Daredevil. It praises Bullseye’s menace and Affleck’s Daredevil while noting overused tropes, messy camera work, and heavy Batman influence that dampen the action. It highlights cameos by Stan Lee and Kevin Smith and the film’s bold unmasking moments.
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Brownfield News Film Review Highlights Daredevil and Previews
A Brownfield News roundup notes Daredevil violence and a lukewarm verdict on the film. It mentions Electra, Bullseye, and a reviewer’s mixed takeaway. Trailers preview X Men 2 with Nightcrawler and Shadowcat, Old School looks silly fun, and Gods and Generals runs nearly four hours with an intermission.
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