Faces & Places

If you have a tree in your yard, you should consider yourself blessed. If you have more than one tree in your yard, you could consider yourself rich indeed. From time to time I like to borrow from talented writers who I admire and strive to become like.

TONS OF POPCORN

“Most people like popcorn,” says Donna McInnis. “It’s unusual to come across someone TUMBLEWEED SMITH who doesn’t like popcorn.” Donna and her husband Steve have a popcorn store in Hico. “My store is Hico Popcorn Works,” says Donna, who previously was a medical social worker.

CHECK YOUR MIRRORS

It is o.k. to toot your own horn when you play in the band. I’m gonna toot away because some moments deserve such attention. Fifty years ago this week—April 22 to be exact—the high school volleyball team on which I played won state. All of us (but one) are still living, including our coach.

Faces & Places

“I like Texas and Texans. In Texas, everything is bigger. When Texans win, they win big. And when they lose, it's spectacular. If you really want to learn the attitude of how to handle risk, losing and failure, go to San Antonio and visit the Alamo.

Abbott halts border truck inspections

Gov. Greg Abbott halted the state’s aggressive truck inspection at all Texas border crossings after days of bipartisan criticism over the extended delays of goods entering the United States.

When to Expect Your Social Security Checks

Dear Savvy Senior, I am planning to retire and apply for my Social Security benefits in July. When can I expect my first check, and is direct deposit my only option for receiving my monthly payment?

Suggest Changes in Attitudes, Behavior

The shortage of officials in high school sports has been well documented. As we noted in this column a couple of months ago, a survey of state high school associations indicated about 50,000 individuals have ended their days as high school officials since the 2018-19 school year.

A Well-Parked City

Last week, we introduced the idea that our rural communities might need more park areas, not less. I do not suggest that local governments invest limited government funds into new park areas with no direction or purpose.

2 CENTS WORTH

Good morning to all of you, grab you a glass of tea and visit with me awhile. Didn't we all have a wonderful Easter the day was so pretty and the little ones had a good day to hunt eggs!!!!!

The Rogue Nolan County Grand Jury convened for Jan 22 – Apr 22: Sexual Assaults against Children! = no indictment!!!

If you are a predator, it’s open season. The present Grand Jury of Nolan County will not indict you! In fact, you will get a boost to your “street reputation”.