Texas Capitol heating up with Perry not seeking reelection
Governor Perry will not seek a return to office after 13 years, signaling dominoes falling for Texas politics. The Senate Health and Human Services panel logged a record 16 hour hearing on pro life legislation with 3,861 written comments and 357 witnesses, showing deep public passion. Also highlighted are unclaimed property tips from the Comptroller and alerts on endangered species lists impacting rural counties, plus a note on the Don't mess with Texas trademark and its cultural reach.
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Noise Polluters in the Operating Room and the Car
In a letter Ronald M. Toll, MD, argues loud music and chatter distract surgeons, citing a 2013 University of Kentucky study showing background sound impairs word recognition. He urges turning down noise during critical steps, notes liability concerns, and shares in-house practices to curb distractions.
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Watching Zimmerman's Trial Then and Now
Peter Funt reflects on the Trayvon Martin case and George Zimmerman trial coverage. He notes the lack of conclusive evidence, the nation's racial divides, and the role of TV in shaping perceptions while arguing for fair trial rights and cautions against media glare.
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Belles Thank Livingston Community for Bake Sale Support
The Livingston Emerald Belles thank the community for supporting a bake sale held Tuesday July 3 at the First State Bank downtown. Proceeds fund senior Belles scholarships and local support with future sale Aug. 2 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the same bank. Raffle tickets at $1 offer a chance to win a cooler of summer goodies and restaurant gift cards.
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