Gooden sworn in for new term representing Texas’ 5th Congressional District
Texas Republican Congressman Lance Gooden took the oath of office Jan. 3 to begin his new term representing Texas’ 5th Congressional District in the U.S.
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Dutton shares farewell message with constituents
An Open Letter to the Constituents of House District 2: It has truly been a privilege to represent you and an honor to serve House District 2 as your State Representative.
Vehicle inspections no longer required
TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION Drivers will no longer be required to get annual safety inspections beginning Jan. 1, the Texas Standard reported, however, drivers in the state’s 17 most populous counties will still be required to get an emissions test in order to register their vehicles.
FROM THE BLEACHERS
As I transition from my role as a college coach to General Manager and Assistant Head Football Coach of a new professional team in a new league, I reflect on the incredible journey at Texas A&M University- Commerce, now called East Texas A&M University.
Letter to the Editor
Dear Editor: The Van Zandt County Sheriff’s Office will soon experience a milestone, the retirement of Sheriff Joe Carter. Not too long ago, the VZC Sheriff’s Office experience some major problems, and Joe Carter was asked to accept the position of Interim Sheriff and correct the complications.
Gooden expresses concerns over proposed battery storage facility
Dear Friends, A proposed lithium-ion battery storage facility in Van Zandt County has the potential to harm public safety, the environment, and the future well-being of our county.
Club president summarizes historic Nov. 5 Republican Party victory
Van Zandt County Republican Club President What a historical win for the Republican Party! It has been touted as the biggest comeback for a presidential candidate in American history!
Kamala has brought the cartels to your doorstep
The relentless infiltration of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua into the United States represents a dire national security threat and a direct assault on the safety of our citizens.
The winner, even when you lost
You’ve surely seen them. The people in your life that rarely look at the glass as half empty.
Mighty thin pancakes in this world
Ever listened to two people or two groups argue? Both opponents believe there is only one real truth, MINE!! Doesn’t matter how loudly the other side yells. Doesn’t make a difference how many facts the other side lays out and cites triumphantly.
