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Suelzer to head Texas

Suelzer to head Texas

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Suelzer to head Texas Military Department

News Staff
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Gov. Greg Abbott has replaced Maj. Gen. Tracy Norris as leader of the Texas Military Department following heavy criticism of her handling of the border mission that led to deplorable living conditions for troops. In a news release, Abbott said Norris’ term expired in February and Maj.
Congress passes postal reform legislation

Congress passes postal reform legislation

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Congress passes postal reform legislation

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Wednesday, March 16, 2022
The Postal Service Reform Act of 2022, HR 3076, cleared the U.S. Senate, sending legislation to President Joe Biden that would give the U.S. Postal Service relief from a 16-yearold requirement to prefund decades into the future.
State gains jobs, unemployment

State gains jobs, unemployment

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State gains jobs, unemployment rate loses ground in January

News Staff
Wednesday, March 16, 2022
In January, Texas added 29,000 total nonagricultural jobs, making gains in 20 of the last 21 months, though the unemployment rate increased slightly from the December figure of 4.2% to a January figure of 4.8%.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

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Pet Talk

News Staff
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
While getting a manicure or pedicure is often seen as a luxury for people, proper nail care is a necessity for dogs and cats. Regular nail maintenance in companion animals is important for a multitude of reasons, including your pet’s overall health.
Rhoads Memorial Library March Display of the Month is provided by Sherry Adkins of Lubbock. She is a member of the Ogallala Quilters Society as the Ogallala Quilt Festival approaches on April 1-2.

Rhoads Memorial Library March Display of the Month is provided by Sherry Adkins of Lubbock. She is a member of the Ogallala Quilters Society as the Ogallala Quilt Festival approaches on April 1-2.

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Library Lines ...

Gaye Reily
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Here at Rhoads Memorial Library, Display of the Month for March has been provided by Sherry Adkins of Lubbock.

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Learning to read

Rix Quinn
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Do you remember the books you read in first grade? I sure do. And I fondly recall spelling tests, recess, flavored milk, and a girl name Lynne. I still drink flavored milk, but my wife tells me a recess with Lynne today is unacceptable.

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Run and Never Look Back

Dudley Anderson
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
But Jesus said to him, “No one, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.” Luke 9:62 “I was winning the race,” said Rosemarie as she bragged about being an ace athlete at school. “It was the 200m. I was in the third lane and was making good ground.

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Love Your Enemies

Ken Barnes
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
“You have heard the law that says, ‘Love your neighbor’ and hate your enemy. But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you! (Matthew 5:43-44 NLT) Arguably, the most difficult prayer to pray is one for your enemies.
Tax day stress begins to plague Americans

Tax day stress begins to plague Americans

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Tax day stress begins to plague Americans

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022
With Tax Day looming and 44 million Americans expecting to pay this year’s taxes late due to the COVID-19 pandemic, WalletHub released its 2022 Taxpayer Survey, as well as its yearly report on the ‘States with the Highest & Lowest Tax Rates’ (1=Lowest; 25=Avg.) in order to help people better...
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