Christmas in July and Quotes of the Week
A collage discusses Christmas in July origins and modern celebrations in Australia and the United States. It covers historic roots, commercialization, and family gatherings, plus timely birthday mentions and light puzzles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.T. Ellis
Julius 1
Rome
Australia
Sydney
Blue Mountains
New South Wales
United States
Christ
Nick Davis
Daddy
April K
Heather
Alex
Nanni
Krys
Vicki Jones
Community Action helps with high utility bills in East Texas
The Greater East Texas Community Action Program in Polk County assists with LIHEAP energy aid amid rising bills for food and gasoline. Elderly, disabled, and working poor face large cooling costs. eligibility depends on income and appointment. Contacts: 936-327-3011 or 800-621-5746.
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East Texas
Greater East Texas
Karen Swenson
Greater East Texas Community Action
Getcap
Cut energy costs with whole house insulation upgrade
The Department of Energy notes heating and cooling are about 54 percent of a typical home's utility bill. A full home approach beats single efficiency upgrades. Replacing traditional insulation with modern spray foam can seal gaps and reduce losses, offering stronger savings than caulking alone. More eco friendly options are discussed at icynene.com.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Department of Energy
Department of Energy
Icynene.com
How Can Younger Investors Cope with Tough Times
Younger Americans face wealth gaps due to housing losses student loan debt and wage stagnation. Pay yourself first via automatic investments, raise 401(k) contributions with pay raises, avoid excessive caution, and maintain growth alongside risk tolerance to build long term wealth.
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The
Urban Institute
Pew Research Center
Livingston area clubs and groups meet weekly and monthly
Bulletin lists multiple Livingston area groups with meeting times, locations, and contact numbers. It includes the Take Off Pounds Sensibly group at Pine Forest Baptist Church, art league events at St. Luke's, Writers Club, American Association of University Women, American Legion Post 312, Red Hats class, Lake Livingston Singles, Livingston Community Band, Rotary Club, Cub Scout Pack 97, Cancer Society Dialogue Group, Lighthouse Hospice volunteers, AA and Al Anon in Goodrich, Texas Liver Coalition, Hemochromatosis/NASH support, Alzheimer's and Stroke groups, Trinity 14 Masonic Lodge meetings, Habitat for Humanity, Deep East Texas Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council, GED prep, and Spanish Alcoholics Anonymous with contact details.
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Charles Dickens
Harlan Miller
Mary Ellen Chase
Leggett Tidbits
Gilligan’s Island
kdavis@leggettisdnet
Ellie
Krystal Davis
Jack Haire
Edwardjones.com
Tempur
mpur-Pedic
Tempur-Pedic
Wiww.pedigofurniture.com
West Livingston Stryson Ie Ig Mg
Bulletin Board
Fellowship Hall of
Pine Forest Baptist Church
Hwy
West
Betty Willis
Doris Daniels
Livingston
Andie Young
Lynelle Sikora
Writers Club
American Association OF University Women
First National Bank
Sue Hyde
American Legion Post
RED Hat Club
Lake Livingston
Texas Pepper
Lowell Clark
First United Methodist Church of
Misty Brown
Max Wynn
American Cancer Society Dialogue Group
Memorial Medical Center
Ben Ellis
Sherry Middleton
Lighthouse Hospice
Marlene Graham
AL Anon Group
Goodrich
Holiday Lake Estates
Texas Liver Coalition
Robert Will
NASH
Barbara Kee
Alzheimer’s Support Group
Timberwood Nursing Home
Call
Guardian Healthcare
Diane Stelley
TRINITY #14
Masonic Lodge
Washington
Habitat For Humanity of
Polk County
Alcohol & Drug Abuse Council OF
Deep East Texas
Lisd Adult Learning Center
Spanish Alcohol Anonymous
St. Joseph Catholic Church Family Center
ST. Joseph’s Soup Kitchen
Family Center
Houston
Brazos
Livingston Lions Club
Camp Cho Yeh
Daniel Shank
SAAFE
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