Texas faces base closures and insurance reform battle
Texas lawmakers and officials prepare for potential military base closures in 2005 and the rise of a Texas Military Preparedness Commission. The Senate report warns Texas must act to shield bases from rival states. Insurance costs and access spurs a package of bills, led by Senate Bill 14 to require rate approval and curb shifts to unregulated firms. The poll shows insurance as Texans’ top concern.
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Texas weighs standards to keep bases open and apply tests
The piece compares pass marks of 56 and 67 percent for a skills test with potential statewide impact. It estimates 42,000 third graders could be held back at 56 percent and 64,400 at 67 percent, noting older legislators required 70 to pass and mentioning football players.
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Making a Difference: Be thankful for the little things
Gina Caswell Kelly muses on gratitude for everyday staples and people. She lists gas stations with easy pay, deer jerky, caller ID, blocking robocalls, her pickup, garbage disposal, her computer column, un-brushed mornings, ice makers, preachers, bankers, bosses, neighbors, stylists, friends, nursing home residents, family, church, and most of all God who grants eternal life through Jesus Christ.
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Brownfield Cubs proud of 2002 football season spirit
Letter from Brownfield AD Mark Howard thanks the community for rallying behind the 2002 Cubs. He praises booster club efforts, packed crowds in wet conditions, the Bi-District comeback against Borger, and a heartfelt note from an ex-teammate about the team’s class and courage. He applauds coaches, wives, and players for heart and perseverance.
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Prayer to the Virgin Mary ad criticized by reader
A reader from Brownfield denounces a local advertisement titled Prayer to the Virgin Mary as inconsistent with Catholic teaching. She claims it misrepresents beliefs, notes difficulty obtaining the responsible advertiser’s name, and asks the paper to cease publishing the item.
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