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.

Abbott delivers State of the State

Governor Greg Abbott delivered the State of the State address to Texans on Feb. 2.Abbot began his address by lauding the business opportunity that Texas provides, saying the state’s economy is thriving because of the thousands of businesses.“Texas is the most powerful economy in America.

Texas Wheat Producers announce election

The Texas Wheat Producers Board announced its upcoming election to fill five positions in four voting districts where current members’ seats are expiring.The election will seek to fill one position each in Districts I, II, and III, and two positions in District IV.

Quinn Minute - Author of Little Red Riding Hood

This month we recognize the birthday of Charles Perrault, who preserved folk tales like “Little Red Riding Hood,” “Sleeping Beauty” and many more.We’d bake him a cake, but since he was born in 1628 he’s 397 now, and few folks that age can blow out the candles.

Trump EOs take aim at DOD

President Trump signed several new executive orders that could significantly change the Department of Defense(DOD).

Master Naturalist training begins Feb. 15

Seeking new members for 2025, the Texas Master Naturalist Panhandle Chapter will launch its next round of training on February 15.