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A fresh start: gardening resolutions for the new year
Master’s Garden Bill Luedecke Martelle Luedecke The beginning of a new year offers the perfect opportunity to reflect, plan, and dream big for your garden. Whether you’re a seasoned green thumb or just starting to dig into the joys of gardening, the turn of the calendar brings a clean slate for your outdoor oasis. 12/31/2024 04:53 AM
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Think becoming what God knew you could be
A brand-new year is here and I’m excited to see what the Lord has for us. Keeping Christ at the center of our thoughts takes a great deal of discipline and determination, but so does everything else we really care about. It comes down to how serious we are about knowing God and how willing we are to give him total control of our lives. Whatever we become involved with, He simply wants us to listen and obey His instructions, which is why we are here. If we abide under the shadow of his wings, we will walk in the peace and joy of his Spirit but if we choose to live our own way, we will remain frustrated, miserable, and disappointed. 12/31/2024 04:53 AM
LCRA opens grant applications for community projects
LCRA opens grant applications for community projects
The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) is set to accept applications for its Community Development Partnership Program grants beginning Jan. 1. 12/27/2024 04:50 AM
Helping Center makes 25th annual donation
Helping Center makes 25th annual donation
The Helping Center is delighted to announce a generous donation of over $20,000 from the Helping Hands Craft Guild. The contribution stems from the proceeds of the guild’s annual “Bayside Bazaar,” held in November at the Lodge at Quail Point. The well-attended event showcased an array of art, jewelry, and handcrafted items created by local vendors and guild members. Attendees also enjoyed a style show and refreshments, making the day a memorable experience. 12/24/2024 04:48 AM
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Leadership named for Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association
The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) – the leading state trade association for the aggregate, concrete, cement and associated industries – today announced that Zak Covar has joined the association as its new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Covar comes to TACA with more than 15 years of experience in both the legislative and executive branches of government, having served as an appointed commissioner to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) under two governors, Rick Perry and Greg Abbott. 12/17/2024 04:44 AM
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Yielding at the intersection of entropy with existentialism
There are “realities” that cannot be sensed by the five human senses (sight, hearing, touch, smell and taste). The scope of invisible realities is great, and they include mathematical and physical laws and all things spiritual. 12/13/2024 04:41 AM
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Voucher push spurs oppositions to call for accountability
Capital Highlights Education savings accounts, popularly known as school vouchers, are again a top priority for Gov. Greg Abbott in the upcoming session after a similar push failed in 2023. 12/13/2024 04:41 AM
Heartfelt thanks offered for HoliDaze
Heartfelt thanks offered for HoliDaze
Dear Editor; We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for the 17th Annual HoliDaze Event and Christmas Tree Lighting. Your presence made it truly special, and this year’s event was nothing short of magical – the best Holi- Daze yet. 12/10/2024 04:39 AM
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City manager expresses gratitude for warm welcome
Editor’s Note: The following is a letter from the incoming Meadowlakes City Manager to residents of the community. Dear Meadowlakes Residents, I am truly honored and excited to introduce myself to you as the new city manager of Meadowlakes. 12/10/2024 04:39 AM
Central Texas Electric Co-op offers students chance to visit DC
Central Texas Electric Co-op offers students chance to visit DC
Central Texas Electric Co-op announces that it is offering three lucky high school students the opportunity to experience Washington D.C., through the Government-in-Action Youth Tour Contest. The winners will explore historic landmarks, meet influential leaders, and be immersed in the heart of U.S. 12/10/2024 04:39 AM
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Water group closes in on 2025 legislative goals
As we begin to wrap up 2024, the Central Texas Water Coalition (CTWC) is working hard to prepare for 2025, a pivotal year for water in our state and region. With the 89th Legislative Session beginning in January and the LCRA Water Management Plan opening for review in March, we have a lot of important work ahead – and we need your help. 12/10/2024 04:39 AM
Speaker Dade Phelan (R-Beaumont) has confirmed he will not seek to retain the Texas House speaker seat. Photos by Daniel Friend/The Texan
Incumbent Phelan exits Texas House Speaker race, Chairman Burrows enters
Speaker Dade Phelan (R-Beaumont) is dropping out of the race for a third term, he told members on Thursday morning and afternoon. Speculation whizzed around yesterday that Phelan would step aside ahead of Saturday’s Texas House Republican Caucus vote, and Phelan himself shrugged off those assertions to reporters on Thursday evening. 12/10/2024 04:39 AM
Sixteenth massage establishment closed in Texas due to human trafcking concerns
Sixteenth massage establishment closed in Texas due to human trafcking concerns
A massage establishment in Austin has been issued a sixmonth emergency closure order by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) due to suspected human trafficking activity. JT Spa, located at 11416 N. 12/10/2024 04:39 AM
Co-op members to receive $2M in capital credits
Co-op members to receive $2M in capital credits
Each year, Central Texas Electric Cooperative allocates margins (funds remaining after expenses have been paid) to customers capital credit account based on your share of the revenue that was generated during the previous year. 12/10/2024 04:39 AM
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Former NASA specialist to provide out-of-this-world webworm analysis
City of Meadowlakes In recent weeks these pages have included discussion on the Webworm Co-op, which I wanted to conclude before leaving for a long-awaited trip. The discussion below was prepared with extensive help from the president of the Webworm Co-op, John Aaron, who is also a former mayor. 12/06/2024 04:37 AM
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