Seize the moment:
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With trust in government waning, a Texas law can help keep a closer watch on public officials. Even citizens who continue to have faith in government can use this law to stay better informed.
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Families falling apart
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Generation Z. Young adults that older generations have a difficult time understanding, and a generation that, in turn, holds a lot of contempt for the lifestyles of generations before them.
Fear, dismay, or plain panic?
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Ever sit around and wonder ‘Just what is the difference between fear, dismay or panic?’ Well, now that you have brought up the subject, let me give you my illustration of the differences. Fear – When you have a tiny baby in your care, you are totally responsible for its safety and welfare, its learned behavior, and the next few years coming down the road.
Reese discusses preparations in advance of Nov. 7 election
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Election Integrity A concern of every voter is that the election process is fair, accurate, voter choices are properly recorded, and only valid registered voters are allowed to vote. This is the fundamental meaning of the term election integrity.
Workin’ On Labor Day: Grateful
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As Labor Day has arrived, I sit here in the office looking out the window at the flag of the United States flying, wondering how many people have sacrificed their lives for us to have this glorious three-day weekend. I, on the other hand, get to work. I appreciate my job more than you’ll ever know. I am honored to work with such great people, right here in the very town I live in, doing what I absolutely love.
FROM THE BLEACHERS
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jackwelch1975@gmail.com The first game is here. Is your team ready for kickoff? Has everything been installed with the offense, defense, and special teams? Hold on, is that all a coach has to do to get ready for a game? Administration in operating a game is detailed and encompasses many working parts.
50 plus 50 can equal zero
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The young lady had fallen in love. Radiant with happiness, she absolutely glowed like a softly lit Christmas tree.
Reese discusses topic of new election equipment for VZC
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Van Zandt County is in the process of purchasing new voting equipment to use in future elections. In this article, I would like to explain the history of our current equipment, why we need to purchase new equipment, the process of selecting the equipment, and the features of the new equipment.
Patrick releases statement on property and franchise tax relief
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Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick recently released the following statement regarding property and franchise tax relief: “When I became Lt. Governor in 2015, the homestead exemption was $15,000, and today, the exemption is now $100,000,” said Patrick. “The largest property tax cut in history has been ceremonially signed into law with the $100,000 homestead exemption as the centerpiece. This $18 billion tax relief package will result in savings of $1,250 to $1,450 for the average Texas homeowner. This is permanent tax relief that Texans will receive every year in the future.
IT JUST DON’T WORK THAT WAY, DUMMY
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*Be continually grouchy with your family and expect them to love, honor, and want to be around you. *Demand miracles from your staff at work and expect total loyalty from them, and to just love working for you.