Perry eyeing 2016 bid and possible 2014 run for governor
Perry weighs a potential fourth term as governor while eyes turn to 2016 presidential plans. Abbott and other Republicans position for open posts as Perry hints at national influence. The Texas scene centers on abortion policy, Davis and the national spotlight shaping 2014 governor aims.
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Firefighter dies saving his family in Texas blaze
In Tow, Texas, central Texas firefighter Ronald Sanderson died trying to rescue his wife and three young children from a burning home. Chief Josh Becker said Sanderson entered the home after a draft fed the fire, but the wife and children escaped safely before the house collapsed. Tow is about 50 miles northwest of Austin. Sanderson served ten years with the Tow Volunteer Fire Department.
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World music camps and lessons for children at Milam academy
A busy schedule of summer programs runs July 12 to Aug 7 at Milam and MOSC hall. Camps cover vrum circle, kindergarten music, world drumming, and rock style days taught by Dan Keast, Michelle Keast, Paul Sanchez, and Aaron Gonzales, with private lessons and group classes in piano guitar voice drums harp and more. The World drumming camp July 29 to Aug 1 for ages 6 to 12 will be taught by UTPB professor Dan Keast and Milam teacher Michelle Keast, while Emily Baker directs Voices of the Permian Basin youth choir during a MOSC camp for 20 third through seventh graders.
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Aaron Gonzales
UTPB
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Michelle Keast
Jeannette Kolokoff
MOSC
Emily Baker
Baker
Voices
Permian Basin
Steps to quit tobacco and overcome addiction
The article outlines quitting as a sustained effort using multiple therapies. It stresses evaluating pros and cons, setting a quit date, and combining nicotine replacement with rituals and triggers management. It suggests activities to occupy hands and mind, and encourages persistence after relapses, noting some may require up to ten attempts.
PublicMind Poll shows triglyceride awareness lags cholesterol
A Fairleigh Dickinson University PublicMind Poll finds about a third of Americans have high triglycerides, a risk factor for heart disease. While 75 percent know their total cholesterol, only 37 percent know their triglyceride levels, and over half are unsure whether high or low triglycerides pose more risk.
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Fairleigh Dickinson University PublicMind
Controlling Cholesterol Surprising Facts On Fats
Three quarters cannot explain triglycerides or their heart role. Only 1 percent know prescription omega-3s can reduce high triglyceride levels and 2 percent know DHA may raise LDL. Nearly two thirds unaware FDA has not approved omega-3 dietary supplements for heart risk. A new online resource at www.LowerMyTrigs.com offers guidance.
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