Moving memories of a dog and a family’s laugh
A reflective piece recalls moving houses and a beloved dog Zeke who died soon after, triggering memories of family bonds and shared moments. The narrator, a city-born son, cherishes the laughter and past adventures with Esmerelda, as a new home in Cameron rises and the living ties endure.
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Zeke
Cameron
Esme
Milam County Budget Outlook Sees 5.57 Percent Rise
Milam County moves toward a proposed 2010 operating budget of 16.06 million, up 895 thousand from 2009, with a 61 cent tax rate down from 62, and a 2 percent cost of living raise for staff. Ad valorem taxes remain the largest revenue source while sales tax and fees fill the rest.
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Whitney Paige Cupp Classifieds Listing
Classified ad for Whitney Paige Cupp appears in Cameron Herald site listings. Includes standard personal notices and small ads for services and requests.
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Whitney Paige Cupp
Cameronherald
Our Town Sees Summer Strides Amid Drought and Growth
In Our Town commentary, the pool enters its second season under city manager Ricky Tow with assistant Brandon Moore, serving noon to 5 pm and private parties. Water treatment by Severn Trent now handles up to two million gallons daily, alleviating earlier supply issues without rationing. The author commends police efforts against drugs, urges water conservation, and calls for a new approach to economic development to attract business and industry to Cameron.
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Ricky Tow
Brandon Moore
Severn Trent
Cameron
Post Oak Savannah GCD seeks Brazos River Authority clarification
Gary Westbrook, General Manager of the Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Conservation District, writes to bill to suggest a follow up on the Brazos River Authority topic. He supports clarifying district management strategies for Milam County water resources and protection in a forthcoming Herald article.
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Post Oak Savannah Gcc
Milam County
Herald
Brazos River
Gary Westbrook
Post Oak
Savannah
Airport thermometer debate echoes Hearne heat
In a letter to the editor the writer notes temperatures in Hearne have swung from very hot to very cold, citing both antique mercury thermometers and digital gauges at the airport. The writer, who works in an area with opposite seasonal comfort, suggests the readings are close to accurate.
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Hearne
Letters to the Editor on AWOS weather system at Hearne Airport
The author critiques the AWOS weather system funded by TXDOT and the FAA, noting it is installed at Hearne and other airports. They suggest maintenance may be lacking and mock politicians, inviting readers to verify the weather across the Brazos with a water request.
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Hearne
TXDOT
FAA
Brazos
Sale of King's Daughters to Scott & White contested
Letter to the editor questions FTC approval of King's Daughters Hospital transfer to Scott & White Healthcare arguing the deal remains unfinished and antitrust review pending. The writer cites Seton Family of Hospitals as an alternative bidder and notes insurance access concerns tied to S&W.
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Scott & White
Federal Trade Commission
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King’s Daughters Hospital
KDH
Scott & White Healthcare
S&w
KDH Board of
Seton Family of Hospitals
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S& W
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