Texas political highlights on prison policy and education
The Texas gubernatorial race centers on prison overcapacity and threats of federal fines under the Ruiz settlement. Bush proposes tent housing and concealed handgun rights while Morales warns of limits if violations occur. Education chief Meno pushes a 5 percent teacher pay raise. Campaign staffing changes include Mary Beth Rogers leading Richards reelect efforts and Munoz heading the criminal justice division. The High Speed Rail Authority weighs revoking TGV franchise after funding delays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Texas
Ruiz
George W. Bush
Texas Police Chiefs Association
Bush
Richards
McDonald
Dan Morales
Amarillo
Jerry Hodge
Texas Board of Criminal Justice
Hodge
Bill Clements
San Antonio
Alan Polansky
Viewpoint on Dog Responsibility and Neighborly Conflict
A reader urges owners to control pets after two recent incidents of loose dogs killing goats and exotic birds. The letter recounts a 1994 goat death, discusses legal options, community safety, and accountability for pet owners.
Village Library and Cultural Center History Highlighted
Mary Powell recalls the Village Library and Cultural Center origins from a chapel library to a dedicated building completed in 1978. Louise Johnson’s 25 year dream, community generosity, Bob Gwynn’s leadership, and ongoing support from Hays County Commissioners and the Lions Club are noted as pivotal to the library’s growth and current program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Powell
Scott Keith
Wimberley
Senator Gramm
Louise Johnson
Chapel In the Hills
Bob Gwynn
First Library Board
Hays County Commissioners
County Commissioners’ Court
Lions Club
Heart of Texas Cooking School thanks attendees
The Wimberley Lioness Club expresses gratitude to all who attended the Heart of Texas Cooking School event at St Marys Catholic Church parish hall. Prize winners received Fiesta Seasonings Pioneer Flour products and a Chantal Cookware steamer, with sincere thanks to The View for publicizing the notice.
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Wimberley Lioness Club
Heart of
View
Home improvement videotapes donated to Village Library
The Acord family donated 25 award winning home improvement videotapes to the Village Library with accompanying booklets. The collection includes guides on carpentry, energy conservation, plumbing, decorating, and more. The library hours during Christmas and New Year weeks are 1 to 8 p.m. Monday and Wednesday. Videotapes check out free and are due back the next open day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acord
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lynde
Harris
Steiner
Arlington
Meno
Lionel “Skip” Meno
Mary Beth Rogers
Rogers
University of Texas
LBJ School of Public Affairs
Wimberley View
Mary Saunders
Jack Mynner
Janelle Delaney
Michael Averitt
Starr
Linda Allen
Louvre Bond Harret Kinc
DB Bearden
Corner
Stone Park
Suite A
Hays County
Ofreete. View, Inc
Wimbh
Nell Cadenhead
Bowing Alley
Huckabee
Bud
Newsom
Cave Dave
Wimberley Vfw
Boy Scout
VFW
Hays County Sheriff’s Department
Mark Graves
Our
Patsy Greiner
Hays
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!