New state laws take effect Sept. 1

As if keeping with the laws isn’t already a challenge, on Sept. 1, there will be 774 bills going into effect after being passed by the recent Texas legislative session.

Proper attire is important

A well-dressed person can go a long way in life. A naked person can’t go nearly as far…especially in snow. That’s because the right garment selection can (1) impress others, (2) display your sense of style and taste, (3) make others think you know lots more than you do.

Engaged Citizenship: The Responsibility of All

The American Association of Colleges and Universities defines inclusion as “the active, intentional, and ongoing engagement with diversity in the curriculum, in the co-curriculum, and in communities (intellectual, social, cultural, geographical) with which individuals might connect in ways that...

Pet Talk

Cute faces, fluffy bodies, and calm attitudes are among the reasons alpacas have gained popularity as fun and unique pets. “Many people choose to have alpacas as an alternative livestock animal,” explained Dr.

Library Lines ...

The arrival of September brings many opportunities to gather for various reasons here at Rhoads Memorial Library. While we will be closed initially on Saturday, Sept. 2, in observance of Labor Day Weekend, we will re-open at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 5, ready to rock ‘n roll, so to speak.

Love and forgiveness

There are some, who claim to be Christians, who believe you must forgive anyone for anything they do to you, whether they repent or not. However, we must not cheapen forgiveness. That would be the same as saying that because Jesus died for the sins of the world, everyone’s sins are forgiven.

Paxton trial to begin

With suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton’s trial beginning next week, more than 100 witnesses in the proceedings must appear in person to the Texas Senate. Lt. Gov.

As it happened

So, Ruth went out to gather grain behind the harvesters. And as it happened, she found herself working in a field that belonged to Boaz, the relative of her fatherin- law, Elimelech.

Buying new home out of reach for many

According to new data, buying a home requires a such large slice of income in 2023, it has become the most unaffordable housing market since 1984.

Families now have say in ending life support

Beginning this Friday, House Bill 3162 will in- crease how much notice hospitals have to give patients’ families from 10 days to 25 days.