No pass no play leniency amid abortion bill actions
Education Committee voted 7 to 2 to cut suspension for first time failing students from six to three weeks allowing practice during absence. Senators Whitmire Gallegos say rule helps curb gang activity and dropouts, while Luna disputes education motive.
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Austin
Senate
John Whitmire
D-Houston
Mario Gallegos
Galena Park
Greg Luna
San Antonio
Whitmire
Houston
Senate Criminal Justice Committee
House
Texans Debate Concealed Weapons Law and Training Standards
Austin columnist argues Texas should allow concealed carry with a 10 hour training requirement. Florida’s two hour course cited. Florida permits show low revocation. Opponents denounce deadly bounty rewards to shoot criminals.
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Texas
Florida
Ft. Worth
Bush
Ann Richards
National Rifle Association
Senate
Darrell Frank
Jack Chambers
Austin
Wilson County News delivery gaps prompt reader note
A reader reports missing the Wilson County News for about three weeks and visits a local shop each Wednesday to get the latest edition. The message highlights delivery gaps and ongoing interest in the community newspaper.
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Wilson County
Wilson County News reader letters from St Hedwig and Floresville
Mary Campbell of St Hedwig and Dorothy Heathcock of Floresville express appreciation for the Wilson County News. Both letters note pride in local readers and the desire to stay connected with friends in the county.
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Wilson County
Mary Campbell St. Hedwig
Dorothy Heathcock
Floresville
Don't be afraid to make mistakes, be an enthusiastic fool
A quotation urges embracing bold imperfect thinking over rigid accuracy. It favors lively passion and daring ideas, warning that being too correct can dull creativity and limit progress. The message champions spirited risk taking in pursuit of insight.
Brady Bill touted as success by gun-control advocates
The San Antonio Express-News reports three surveys claim the Brady Bill reduces handgun purchases by background checks. It notes up to 3.5 percent of applicants were denied permits and questions the claimed crime reduction and missing studies on felons’ potential crimes.
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James Brady
Lene House
Ronald Reagan
Ear
San Antonio Express-News
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