Dozens of Texas wind projects have been halted because the Department of Defense has not approved the federal permits required for them to move forward, the Austin American-Statesman reported. …
The last “Orphan Train” left New York City on May 31, 1929, bound for Sulphur Springs and points west ln the Lone Star State. Charles Loring Brace was a college-educated minister and social …
“They’re back” aren’t the words the class of 1995 (or 2026) will be hearing next year. They won’t be — back, at least for the most part. Where they will be is still, for many, in the …
The first command of the Bible is perhaps the only one that humanity has adequately fulfilled. It is found in Genesis 1:28 and reads, “God said to them, ‘Be fruitful and multiply and fill the …
School is out, and Shepherd Chamber of Commerce joined with many other organizations to give scholarships to graduates last Tuesday. Altogether the total given was $103,170. It was a very …
“This is the party of Donald Trump." – Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) I can recall when both major political parties actually stood for something and could/would walk the walk. …
I recently speed-read an article that posed a question, and a what seemed a reasonable response, on whether there are more outbreaks of various diseases or just more coverage, both social and through …
This past week was a very good one for me. I was fortunate to enjoy some great times on the water and in the woods with a couple of very good friends. There was a time when I was young when I judged …
It took Johnny Rutherford a decade to win his first Indianapolis 500, but on Memorial Day 1974 his dream finally came true. John Sherman Rutherford III was born in 1938 in Coffeyville, Kan., …
Early voting in both the Democratic and Republican runoff races ends Friday, May 22, with the election on Tuesday, May 26. On the GOP side, the statewide runoffs are: U.S. Senate: John …
With summer upon us and kids of all ages at home, it is time to think about activities for kids, especially those (of any age) who will be left by working moms and dads for long periods of …
“Only you can prevent forest fires!” was the slogan Smokey the Bear often repeated years ago. The implication was that all forest fires are bad and are always to be avoided. For 100 years, …
Life in the county has its highs and lows It has been a busy week with meetings and also with sad news. Please send prayers to Walterine Carr and her family and friends on the death of her …
Seems like we just got done with an election, and we’re on to another election. Wait. That’s actually what has happened. However, this time, we’re choosing between the top two winners …
“Circus-tent con-men and southern belle bunnies milk your emotions then they steal your money.” – Dead Kennedys, “Moral Majority” Is there a less amusing reality show in existence …
On May 17, 1917, Felix Jones in his latest contract killing beat Thomas Lyons of El Paso to death with a hammer. Felix Robert Jones was born in 1875 in the Central Texas county of Coryell. One …
Top Texas legislators are pushing to waive a new state law that requires camps to install broadband fiber optics in order to legally operate this summer, The Dallas Morning News reported. Scores of …
This past week found your outdoor scribe doing some rather mundane things such as yard work, vegetable gardening and repairs around the old cabin. Oh, I also wrapped up a couple of magazine articles. …
The stars were out last week at the Prom, and those shining most brightly were the well-mannered young people who came dressed to beautifully and who behaved like the young men and women they are. …
On Sept. 3, 1975, I met a coed who sparked my interest. It took me a month and a half to work up the courage to ask her out, but finally I called her on the phone. Her response to my invitation? …