Opinion

The City reminds the public that the quarterly bulk pickup event will take place on Monday, Oct. 11. As per the city ordinance, residents are required to make a pickup appointment one week prior to the event, between Oct. 4-8 by calling TDS at 432-837-0845.

The State of Texas has often been referred to as not just a state, but also a state of mind. Texas is an idea. I am proud of our beautiful state. I am proud of its people, its culture, and its imprint on our character.

The U.S. has been moving towards totalitarianism for a while. Biden’s handlers are trying to complete the job. This will only stop if Americans unite, remember who we are, and defend our nation. A president has no authority to order his fellow citizens injected.

I have announced my retirement from the Big Bend Ranch Rodeo Committee once this year’s event is completely wrapped up. You must know that my time on the Ranch Rodeo Committee has been a true highlight in my life, and I have loved my entire experience with this organization.

Attention parents: Did you show livestock as a kid? Has your kid benefitted from the Big Bend Livestock Show? We are asking for your help. Big Bend Livestock show is a great weekend in January, but it is also a year round volunteer board run by those in our community.

Joe Biden says 80 million Americans unvaccinated for COVID, with no exceptions for natural immunity or any other good reason, are irresponsible and threaten the vaccinated, yet he makes exceptions for Congress, federal judges and their staffs, postal workers, and illegitimate migrants from around...

Monday Night Football is back. The Raiders and the Ravens. What a game! In the first installment of this three part series, I will provide some insight into the male psyche. Next month I will do my best to look into the female psyche.

Many avid hunters are already planning for deer season, which begins Oct. 2 for bowhunters and Nov. 7 for general firearms season. Landowners who participate in special management programs within Texas Parks and Wildlife Department can begin harvesting deer Oct. 2 with a firearm, as well.

It appears since the new city council and the new city manager were installed, there have been a handful of critics saying the new officials are failing in operating the city. There was a recall effort on myself and Councilman Martin Sandate that failed.

This week Texans, Americans, and all those who love freedom throughout the world will mark the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.