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“We can only blame ourselves for all the crime and violence today. We removed all the phone booths, and now Superman has no place to change.” — Author unknown Comfortably seated at a Nacogdoches restaurant a few years ago, my eyes absorbed the antiques and vintage signs adorning the old warehouse- turned- eatery with historical charm, and famous for good food.

Federal panel blocks new redistricting map A federal panel last week blocked implementation of the state’s revised congressional map, The Dallas Morning News reported. State officials quickly appealed to the U.S.

I was listening to a song the other day, and it said; “Miracles are hard to find.” It bothered me, and it took me a while to realize why. See, I have been focused for a while now on the beauty around us. We live in these beautiful mountains. Rain has been spotty, but the desert blooms even in its lack. And a big beauty is how the community has rallied around the fire downtown. So, when I heard that Miracles were in short supply I immediately said; “No! There are miracles everywhere. Miracles are abundant. “

Dear Neil: How can I eliminate crabgrass in my lawn? I’ve had a small patch of it in the past, but this year it is rampant. Why would there be so much now? Crabgrass is an annual grassy weed.

Thank you My husband and I volunteer at the Alpine Animal Shelter, which allows us to observe the work of the compassionate staff who care for the shelter animals and rescue other animals in our community. The shelter is often short-staffed, and the staff overworked, but they do an amazing job of keeping the facilities spotless; the animals fed, watered, and healthy; and providing opportunities for the animals to socialize with others.

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To whom it may concern: We would like to thank you for participating in Blanca Caughman’s, kind and local resident, benefit fundraiser. We were very pleased with the successful benefit contributions, donations, turnout, and funds raised. The funds will go a long way to cover travel, lodging, and medical expenses. Blanca has a long recovery road ahead of her: however, she will not be as financially stressed. Please keep her in your prayers and God bless all of you!

December 25, 2023 Dear Sarah and Luke, Congratulations! Your December 23 wedding was beautiful! I wish you two the best of God’s blessings that life has to offer. With this letter, Sarah, I’m finally doing something your mother suggested when you and Haven graduated from high school.

“Say•ing” noun — a short pithy expression that generally contains advice, insight, or wisdom. Often provoking questions from young minds.

I like Joshua from the Old Testament. Afterall, Jesus took on a form of his name, Yeshua. I believe Joshua was a shadow and type of Jesus. The first chapter and eighth verse in the book of Joshua, describes Joshua’s brave heart; This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success. (Joshua 1:8) Indeed, success is what the Lord granted Joshua because he had bold faith in his God. Joshua was chosen to lead God’s people out of the wilderness and into the promise land, but in order to obtain the promised land, there were many kinds of obstacles to overcome. Some of these obstacles included some tribes of peoples. Joshua’s great faith and his hearing ear to listen to God’s instructions lead him to the many victories the children of Israel experienced.