TxDOT funds shortfall delays highway projects across Texas
Texas highway fund shortages force suspension of road projects across 25 TxDOT districts. Revenue shortfalls from vehicle registrations, plus higher contractor overtime, have drained the fund to about 4 million at one point, though recent gasoline tax receipts added about 100 million. Promotions and raises will be delayed, and capital upgrades to department buildings are deferred. Mold coverage debate leads to task force as Insurance Commissioner Montemayor seeks standards. hearings consider capping household mold claims at 5000 and tightening adjustments.
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Austin
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Transportation Department
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Jose Montemayor
Insurance Commission
Mold coverage debate delays Texas home insurance plans
Tex Dot Revenue Shortfall threatens project delays as insurance proposals cap mold coverage at 25 to 100 percent of policy limits. Insurers fear higher liability while homeowners seek at least 15 000 with continued public comment through Oct 29 before a decision.
Minding Your Own Business by Don Taylor
Don Taylor outlines why small business value often lags owners’ hopes, comparing asset depreciation and earning power. He presents two wealth strategies: withdraw profits into retirement or grow wealth inside the business through asset value and earnings growth, with practical examples and a contact address in Amarillo, Texas.
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Don Taylor
Amarillo
Letter to the Editor on Middle East crisis solution
A reader proposes drastic measures including creating safe zones for women and children and deploying bombers loaded with hydrogen bombs against Iran Iraq and Afghanistan. The letter argues that Saddam Hussein is the greater threat than bin Laden and is attributed to Bill Tankersly.
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Bill Tankersly
Optimism Beyond Sight How God Keeps a Full Glass
Gina Caswell Kelly discusses seeing optimism through faith. She contrasts worldly worry with trusting God, modeling unity and hopeful action. The piece urges readers to live in God’s hands, where the glass overflows and blessings arrive in His timing.
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Gina Caswell Kelly
America
Managing Anger Health Tips from Extension Agent
A guidance piece from Mrs. Jane Bray county extension agent offers practical anger management advice. It emphasizes recognizing anger as normal, identifying underlying emotions, calming steps, constructive communication, listening, apologizing, and small progressive changes to reduce stress and improve relationships.
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Jane Bray
FCS
Janet Dobbs
Terry County history book still in the works
Betty Hamilton informs readers via email that the Terry County history book remains in production with a delayed delivery now expected in late fall and not November 15. She says distribution details will be shared with The Brownfield News and invites readers to email to be added to the address list.
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Bhamilton
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