Quinn Minute - After the Holidays

Many folks say that after a busy December, January can be a snoozer. So, here’s something to ponder: What is Santa Claus doing now?How about those reindeer? Ever wonder what they do? Me neither.Donner, Blitzen, Comet and other first stringers have enough seniority to draw vacation pay.

Editor’s Message

Headlines and reports abound regarding the potential hazards for Texas families, schools, and communities if vouchers are adopted in Texas. Rural Texas could suffer if funding is removed from public schools, the lifeblood of many small communities, as well as a major employer in many areas.

Patrick releases top priority bills for legislative session

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick in a statement announced the first round of his top 40 priority bills for the 89th regular legislative session.According to the statement, “Thousands of bills are filed by Texas senators each session. Traditionally, bill numbers 1 through 20 have indicated the Lt.

Pet Talk

As the seasons change, so do horses’ coats to help them stay warm in winter and cool in summer. But occasionally, horses can be late to shed their thick winter coats.

Library Lines ...

Here at Rhoads Memorial Library, we are always on the lookout for new authors who will appeal to our patrons. This search becomes more urgent as favorite authors pass away.Two recent examples include world-renowned authors Nelson DeMille and Barbara Taylor Bradford, who died Sept. 17, 2024, and Nov.

Bills filed to end countywide voting

State Senator Bob Hall and Representative Steve Toth have each filed bills to get rid of the countywide voting option in Texas, which is allowed in 99 counties encompassing more than 80% of the state’s voters.

Swiftettes defeat Cowgirls

The Nazareth Swiftettes claimed an easy win over the Happy Cowgirls, 65-30. The Swiftettes shooters hit 20 of 35 2-point shots, seven of 24 3-pointers, four of seven free throws, had 21 assists, 19 offensive rebounds, six defensive rebounds, six blocks, 22 deflections, 25 steals and 12 fouls.

State sales tax revenue $4.3B in January

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar said Monday state sales tax revenue totaled $4.3 billion in January, 6.8 percent more than in January 2024.The majority of January sales tax revenue is based on sales made in December and remitted to the agency in January.

Trump tariffs delayed, stir negotiations

President Donald Trump has paused the 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico for 30 days as the countries begin negotiations, though China was still on track, as of this past Tuesday, to have tariffs take effect.Trump’s tariffs would cover almost half of all U.S.