Perry Eyes Italy for Texas Industry Ties
Governor Perry travels to Italy at the invitation of the prime minister and Texas consul general to attract Italian investment. He promotes a four point plan to curb property tax growth, seller disclosure rules, and elected appraisal boards while defending economic development efforts. The Texas political scene shifts after recent primary losses signaled changes for school finance. A columnist recalls John Graves and concerns over Brazos River pollution from quarry runoff.
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Austin
Rick Perry
Italy
Ellis County
Texas
Democratic Party
Charles Soechting
Perry
Texas Capitol
Kathy Walt
House
Ron Wilson
Houston
Glenn Lewis
Fort Worth
Select Committee
Glen Rose
John Graves
Brazos River
Dignity by Dr Don Newbury on FCC action and decency rise
Guest column recalls 1960s Kingston Trio wind metaphor and a wave of public fury over language and obscenity. It credits the FCC with awakening after Janet Jackson’s Super Bowl moment and Clark Gable’s famous line, arguing a shift toward stricter broadcast standards and public outrage driving reform.
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Don Newbury
Federal Communications Commission
Rip van Winkle
FCC
U.S
Clark Gable
Janet Jackson
FCC to Hike Fines for Radio TV Obscenities
The Idle American notes FCC proposals for heavier fines 10 to 20 times current amounts amid growing anger over indecency on air. The piece cites a Texas storm season preview, trampoline mishaps from high winds, and light, humorous reflections on weather talk and media standards. It closes with contact details for Dr. Newbury, Metroplex author and columnist.
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Congress
FCC
National Hockey League
Henderson
Texas
Chamber of Commerce
Newbury
Metroplex
Speakerdoc
EQIP sign up deadline set for April 16 across Texas
Farmers and ranchers must submit 2004 EQIP applications to county NRCS offices by April 16 to qualify for funding. Texas expects about 56.8 million in base funds, up from 38.4 million in 2003, with roughly 106000 base dollars per county. Additional funds come from G and SW programs and special emphasis areas.
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Shawn Wade
County Natural Resource Conservation Service
NRCS
Texas
Ogallala
Usda.gov
Reflections on Jesus, rejection, and enduring love
An inspirational column reflects on Jesus facing betrayal and public abuse before the high priest, emphasizing steadfast love despite unappreciated actions. It urges readers to imitate Christ’s Spirit by loving others regardless of responses or offense.
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Jesus
Messiah
God
Thank You From Brownfield High School Open House Night
A BISD letter thanks parents who attended last week's open houses and extends gratitude to Scott, Kendra, Karina, Linda of the Terry County Juvenile Probation Office and the Terry County Co-op Gin for support of students and programs. Appreciation is also extended to Brian Paiva and his crew for remodeling at BHS by administrators, teachers, and staff.
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Brownfield High School
Scott
Kendra
Karina
Linda
Terry County Juvenile Probation Office
Terry County
Brian Paiva
BHS
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Texas Press Association
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Hal
Panhandle
North Pole
NCC
National Cotton Council
Cotton Leadership Program
Leadership.cotton.org
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Washington, DC
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DuPont Crop Protection
Member Services Department
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Chris Seaton
Abundant Harvest Community Church
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