Earlier Viewpoints on Texas primaries spark debate
Austin American Statesman argues against moving Texas primaries from March to February. The piece notes January campaigns would clash with holidays, advantage incumbents, and reduce voter attention. It cites past moves and cites Scott Haywood on state election date policy, urging keeping March primary.
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Laws Endanger Tourism and Local Businesses in New Braunfels
Bob Gradle a New Braunfels business owner writes that summer river activity supports many local firms and commends law enforcement for handling crowds. He urges the mayor and city council to oppose new ordinances he believes would hurt tourism and harm independent businesses this coming season.
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New Braunfels
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New Braunfels River Ordinances Urged To Preserve Family Fun
Nicole Miller of Houston writes to the editor urging city council to enact ordinances restricting alcohol on the Comal River to curb drunken behavior and obscene language. She recalls a family tradition lasting 20 summers and warns she may stop visiting if safety and decorum do not improve.
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This Day In History February 8 Highlights From History
AP summary lists key events on February 8 across centuries. Mary Queen of Scots beheaded in 1587. 1693 William and Mary charter. 1837 Senate selects VP Richard Mentor Johnson. 1904 Russo Japanese War begins at Port Arthur. 1910 Boy Scouts of America founded. 1915 Birth of a Nation premiere. 1924 Nevada gas chamber execution Gee Jon. 1968 Orangeburg civil rights protest deaths.
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Texas political offices and contacts list
A dense roll of Texas political figures with addresses offices and phone numbers for senators governors and representatives. Includes Hutchison Cornyn Cuellar Wentworth Zaffirini and Perry along with San Antonio Austin and Laredo contact details and web addresses.
Cancer fight needs new national push despite gains
In a tribute to Molly Ivins, the writer laments breast cancer's toll while noting small improvements in survival. Despite declining mammography rates and limited NCI funding, the piece urges stronger action to win the war against cancer and critiques priorities in Iraq.
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