House Advances E-Cigarette Ban for Minors
by Ryan McCrimmon, The Texas Tribune – May 11, 2015 Texas moved a step closer to banning the sale of electronic cigarettes to minors after the state House gave early approval Monday night to a measure that lawmakers say would prevent young Texans from purchasing dangerous nicotine products. House members voted 123-20 in favor of a proposal by state Rep. Carol Alvarado, D-Houston, that extends current restrictions on tobacco...
Dandelions – Mario Villarino
One of the most important roles of extension education is to retrieve and share scientific knowledge recent or historical. My role as a county agent is to share with our community pertinent information in a timely manner. Because scientific knowledge created by extension services is not own by anyone, this information is considered unbiased and trustworthy, and since Extension does not benefit economically from selling...
Holy Highway Girl’s Home Fundraiser Fish Fry
For 29 years, Holy Highway Girl’s Home has been helping girls who are having a difficult time in their present situation and need a place to go. For some girls, entering the program at Holy Highway is the last chance before legal action is taken against them. Director Pam Burton Dickens and her staff do “the work of angels” when it comes to working with these girls ages 12-17. Through their efforts, the lives of...
Sulphur Springs Area of Retired School Personnel Meet Today!
The Sulphur Springs Area of Retired School Personnel will meet Tuesday, May 12, at the Home Plate Restaurant in Sulphur Springs at 11:15. President Tommy Long encourages all members and any guests to attend. Thank you so much, Barbara Cockrum, Secretary
Federated Choirs and 2nd District Choirs Special Rehearsal
Federated Choirs & 2nd District Choirs Special Rehearsal Saturday May 16th, 2015 12:00 Noon Cypress Center 901 Como St. Preparation for “Cypress Women Day” PLEASE ATTEND!!! President Fannie Berry
Senate Backs Allowing Pastors to Refuse to Marry Same-Sex Couples
by Morgan Smith, The Texas Tribune – May 11, 2015 The so-called Pastor Protection Act — a bill that clarifies clergy members’ right to refuse to marry same-sex couples — tentatively passed the Texas Senate on Monday. After a brief debate in which several Democrats questioned the necessity of the measure, lawmakers approved Senate Bill 2065 along nearly party lines with a 21-10 vote. State Sen. Eddie Lucio Jr.,...
Mom I Still Miss You
Mom, Thanks, the lessons you taught me, much to my chagrin finally have taken hold these last few years. Wouldn’t you just know it, but during the hardest time in my life I had your strength, memories and teachings to hold onto. I’m much better now, certainly not well but getting there. I remember you telling me that if any of this did you any good to pass it on. I have been able to do that during many testimonials and...
House set to vote on ditching daylight saving time in Texas
AUSTIN – An effort to ditch daylight saving time in Texas could end up getting more than just 15 minutes of fame. The House is scheduled to vote on Friday on a bill by Rep. Dan Flynn, R-Van, that would eliminate the seasonal time changes. Under the proposal, Texas would fall back to standard time in November – and stay there. “Let’s go back to ‘Texas time’ or ‘God’s time,’ however you want to say it,” Flynn said this week. Flynn...
