Editor’s Message

So, the primary election in Texas is done and most people aren’t surprised at the results, as voters keep electing the same politicians over and over.

Eligible taxpayers may use free IRS Direct File

The IRS announced today that eligible Texas taxpayers can now use IRS Direct File, a new service that provides taxpayers with the choice to electronically file their federal tax return directly with the IRS for free.Direct File is a mobilefriendly, interview-based service that will work as well on...

Quinn Minute - Wild animals as pets

Many towns now prohibit citizens from housing jungle animals.What, exactly, is a “wild pet?” That depends on your town, and what its council considers more dangerous than a roving bachelors’ party.For instance, some communities term boa constrictors “wild.”

Editor’s Message

It has already begun – if you vote for anyone other than someone in the two big political parties (the duopoly), it is a wasted vote.That just isn’t true.

HHSC warns about scammers targeting Lone Star Cards

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is receiving an increasing number of complaints about a phone scam targeting clients who use Lone Star Cards and receive benefits from SNAP and TANF.“There are millions of Texans who need our benefits, and we don’t want them taken advantage of,” said...

Quinn Minute - Finding a career

I’m jealous of people who find their life’s work early. For some, the discovery starts in elementary school.Ray was a very likeable, outgoing guy. He got along well with everybody, including the teachers.The rest of us tried to stay under a teacher’s radar, praying they would not call on us.

Thoughts from a Principled Conservative Outpost

As recorded by the American Enterprise Institute, true conservativism like that found in the Panhandle of Texas, is closely akin to classical liberalism. And, as espoused by John Locke in his Goal Setting Theory, is how healthy people live.

Empowering Women: CCH urges awareness of heart health

Heart disease doesn’t discriminate, affecting both men and women. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not just a man’s problem.

Keep It Legal

It’s tax season. You’re probably getting your tax documents from your employer and your investments. You’re compiling them so that you can either send them to your accountant or use one of those online filing services.

Editor’s Message

A quote that stays with me all the time and has been used, though with varied wording, “Evil thrives where good men do nothing.” The original quote is thought to be from John Stuart Mill, 1867. Numerous leaders have used it throughout history.