Hobby reshapes Texas Senate leadership team
Lt. Gov. Bill Hobby announced a cabinet reshuffle in the Texas Senate naming Sen. John Montford to chair the finance committee and Sen. Bob Glasgow to chair the state affairs committee. Sen. Carl Parker will replace Caperton on the Legislative Budget Board following Caperton’s departure. Hobby reportedly consulted Comptroller Bob Bullock prior to the moves.
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James Huffines
Alcoholic Control Board
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W. Thomas Beard III
Agricultural Resources Protection Authority
McAllen
Othal Brand
Texas Supreme Court
Treasury
Richards
Texas
California
National Association of State Development Agencies
Skin cancer risk rises with repeated sun exposure
Texas health officials warn that about 400000 new U.S. skin cancer cases will occur this year, mostly from repeated sun exposure. Dr Patti Patterson urges precautions and explains cumulative damage, noting higher risk with age and for light skin. Regular self checks, protective clothing, sunscreen use, and avoiding peak sun hours are advised.
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Texas Department of Health
TDH
Patti Patterson
Patterson
American Cancer Society
Last Train Ride Dream From Wellington Pioneer
Virginia Robey recounts 96-year-old Mrs. Ruby Ball’s wish for a final Wellington train trip. She recalls a 1926 Chamber of Commerce excursion to Wichita Falls with five passenger cars and sleepers, starting at 11 PM, breakfast on sidewalks, and a full day in Wichita Falls before a late return.
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Ruby Ball
Wellington
Ball
Ralph Ball
Wichita Falls
Dodson
Hollis
Frederick
Okla
Letters From The People Wellington Farewell and District Upgrades
A long farewell letter from June and the writer explains their move from Wellington and highlights WISD project momentum including new labs, air conditioning bids, and roof plans. The note praises staff, trustees, parents, and students while expressing gratitude for service.
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June
WISD
McIntosh
Texas workers seek lien on unpaid wages and redistricting effects
A migrant worker suit grants wage lien rights under a 1937 law as Joe Garcia and Baldemar Garza pursue $17,000. Texas faces potential gains of three to four congressional seats after a Census count dispute raises minority undercount concerns and federal aid risks.
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Baldemar Garza
Attornney
Texas Rural Legal Aid
Milo Mumgaard
Texas
Congress
Jim Mattox
Garry Mauro
Mauro
Richards
Ann Richards
Progressive Women’s Movement
Sumnerwood ISD formed from Norwood consolidation event
The meeting Thursday night will discuss a barbecue to honor the Sumnerwood ISD consolidation. Tickets must be reserved for the 5:30 p.m. Saturday barbecue on the tennis courts behind the main building. Over 300 reservations are in and organizers expect about 550 for the reunion. The July 20 and 21 events include class reunions, with Lutle Kids set for July 20 at Mitchell's Restaurant in Shamrock.
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Connor
Lutle
Shamrock
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