UPS offers buyouts to delivery drivers

The United Parcel Service (UPS) announced last week it is offering buyouts to fulltime U.S. delivery drivers as part of the company’s efforts to reduce costs.This past April, UPS announced it would be cutting about 20,000 jobs this year as part of a plan to lower costs and improve efficiency.

Legislature to revisit emergency alert systems

In the aftermath of the deadly floods in the Hill Country of Texas, legislators may be forced to reflect on their failure to pass House Bill 13which addressed emergency alert systems.

Students face new college loan restrictions

The passage of Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” by both the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives is expected to significantly impact college loan applications, making it more difficult to obtain federal loans beginning in July 2025 or 2026, depending on the specific provision.

Abbott declares flflood disaster

Governor Gregg Abbott issued a major disaster declaration following the devastating floods that occurred in the predawn hours on Friday in the Hill Country region. President Donald Trump also signed a disaster declaration and put FEMA boots on the ground at the site.

Shooter killed after firing on ICE agents

A shooter was killed after exchanging gunfire with U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents at the U.S. Border Patrol McAllen Station in Texas.According to an FBI statement, the McAllen Police Department received a call reporting shots heard in the area of the U.S.

State FFA Convention

Nazareth FFA Chapter attended the Texas State FFA Convention in Fort Worth where they attended workshops, heard JB Mauney discuss mental strength vs.

Trade negotiations extended to Aug. 1

Secretary Scott Bessent announced the deadline had been extended as the U.S. continues to work out trade deals. The tariffs were set to revert to the April 2 levels established by the Trump administration if new trade deal agreements were not reached by Aug. 1.

Editor’s Message

County Commissioners play a vital role in the administration of Texas counties.The commissioners court is comprised of four commissioners and the county judge. Each commissioner represents a specific precinct and the voters within the county.

Quinn Minute - The Truth

Do you believe everyone should tell the truth? Well, I believe everyone else should...but occasionally I need to lie.I lie mostly for domestic tranquility. For instance, here are three questions from a spouse that could require an untruthful response: 1.

DHS, ICE limit Congress access to detention facilities

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is placing new limitations on lawmakers seeking to visit detention facilities despite member of Congress having the legal right to make unannounced visits to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facilities.