West Texas county guns culture and a calm frontier life
In Borden County near Lubbock residents blend ranching with a strong gun culture under conservative values. Many hold handgun licenses, some openly carry, while others oppose government gun limits. The area prizes education and self reliance amid debates over new open carry laws and state safety staffing. Local figures note crime is rare, yet preparedness shapes daily life.
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Fort Worth man launches Underdawgs food truck dream
Austin Underwood, a 37 year old with Down syndrome, opens Underdawgs the rolling restaurant in Fort Worth. The menu features dawg sauce topped hot dogs like The Straw Dog and The Un Dawg with proceeds funding a Texas vocational school for people with special needs. Campisi's Restaurant owner praises Underwood's daily dedication and role in the community.
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Permit Dropped for Planned Reservoir near Jacksonville
Lake Columbia in Mud Creek flood plain near the Angelina River was proposed with a dam about five miles southeast of Jacksonville. The permit request has been dropped, ending plans for the reservoir project in this location.
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