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George P. Bush
Texans are well-served by state government
For all the challenges facing Texans, our state government serves the people pretty darned well, especially when compared to the frequent dysfunction in Washington. more
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On joining the Katy Times
Katy has a bright future ahead. Here's looking forward to sharing those stories with you. more
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Former Katy Times News Editor R. Hans Miller is moving away to the Inland Northwest to be closer to family. However, he greatly appreciates the care and welcoming community in the Katy Area.
So long, farewell and thanks for all the rice
As I write this, I'm on a Southwest Airlines flight from Spokane, Wash. to Denver, Col. The mountains below me are dusted with snow - a significant change from my end destination in Katy. Well - … more
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Honoring National Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month together
The first time I thought about killing myself, I was in the fourth grade. A group of girls in my class had decided I needed a good bullying and, while redheads may be popular now, we were … more
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Then state senator and current Attorney General Ken Paxton at the 2014 Red State Gathering in Fort Worth.
When the Texas state seal doesn’t signify trust
Well, now we know what it takes to remain employed at the Texas Office of the Attorney General. Almost a year ago, several top aides to Attorney General Ken Paxton accused him of using his … more
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Note: Amounts above only reflect funding received by state government, local government, local education agencies, and institutions of higher education.
A Historic Opportunity to Shape the Future of Texas
$117.5 billion. That’s the amount that Texas state and local governments and educational institutions are expected to receive through federal stimulus legislation passed in response to the … more
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Kayaking can be a great adventure for couples - if a sometimes humorous adventure...
Kayaking for couples, a tragicomedy
In recent years, kayaking has become a true craze, ranking right up there with TikTok dances, government stimulus checks, and those glorified Lunchables on plywood I can’t pronounce called … more
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Kelty Garbee is executive director of Texas Rural Funders, a philanthropic coalition that works with rural communities to develop and implement solutions to their unique needs.
Redefine rural
How do you know if you live in the city or the country? For some, any place without a Whole Foods is rural. For others, a stoplight is a harbinger of urban sprawl. The federal government has more … more
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Drs. Luis Benavides, Carlos Cardenas and Roxanne Tyroch are Texas-based physicians who posit that getting the COVID-19 vaccine is the best way for Texans to help the state reach the end of the pandemic.
Science: Our best shot for COVID-19 recovery
This past year was nothing short of difficult. With a contagious and deadly virus spreading rapidly across our country, many Texans lived in fear. For most of 2020, the country lived in isolation. … more
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Ellen Ray is Executive Director of the Still Water Foundation and President of Texas Rural Funders. A.J. Rodriguez, a long-time business and civic leader and former Texas Association of Business Chair, is Texas 2036’s Executive Vice President.
Broadband is critical to Texas’ future and makes economic sense
Governor Abbott left no uncertainty about the importance of broadband access during this year’s State of the State address. “From medicine to education to business, broadband access is … more
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Former U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke, left, is considering a 2022 run against Gov. Greg Abbott.
Analysis: Just when you think campaign season is over, Texas pulls you back in
Beto O’Rourke is thinking about challenging Gov. Greg Abbott in the 2022 election. Abbott is already responding, the way candidates do. You’re right to think this is happening early. … more
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Gov. Greg Abbott will give a State of the State speech next week, an occasion where governors can declare “emergency items” for early legislative consideration. It would be hard to top the emergencies already on the agenda. Abbott delivered his 2019 State of the State address at the Texas Capitol. This year’s speech will be broadcast live during prime time in most of the state’s television markets.
Analysis: At a time like this, who needs another emergency?
The Texas Legislature is not short of emergencies that need attention, but Gov. Greg Abbott, who is giving his biennial State of the State speech next Monday, might have some ideas about … more
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Ross Ramsey is a columnist for the Texas Tribune as well as that publication's executive editor and cofounder. He writes columns regularly regarding politics, government and public policy. He is the former editor and co-owner of Texas Weekly.
Analysis: While his powers are questioned, Texas governor reaches for more
Gov. Greg Abbott says he will push legislation that would allow the state to withhold sales tax money due to local governments that chop their law enforcement budgets. That trial balloon was … more
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