Next Palace movie, ‘Dog,’ delivers thought-provoking look at military service

As a part of the film committee for Spur’s Palace Theater, we try to watch every movie recommended for the local picture show before it plays in our hometown.

Font your way through life

The keyboard font Times New Roman is used for business and professional writing. When a sixth grader does a PowerPoint presentation, he or she wants to go big. Rockwell Extra Bold was a favorite of many of my ambitious 12-year-olds.

Texas comptroller distributes $1.2 Billion in monthly sales tax revenue to local governments

AUSTIN— Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced this week he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose taxing districts $1.2 billion in local sales tax allocations for May, 11.8 percent more than in May 2021.

Emmanuel Church of God in Christ to host 41st Annual Plainview Juneteenth Celebration June 17

The Emmanuel Church of God in Christ will host the 41st Annual Plainview Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 17, 2022.

TUMBLEWEED SMITH

As the creator and producer of “The Sound of Texas,” one of the longest running syndicated radio programs in Texas, Tumbleweed seeks fascinating people who embody the spirit of the Lone Star State and brings them into the homes and hearts of thousands. 100 Things to do in Amarillo Eric Miller...

Mein kampf to fix door latches

The worst planned obsolescence happens behind closed doors. Better said, inside them. Doors stuck closed. I’m describing the failure of our old farm truck door latch cables. Maybe yours too. Truck runs fine. The 7-plusliter diesel engine is legendary. The odometer is nearing 200,000.

Senior year reimagined

Upon finishing one’s junior year of high school, students would benefit from a life skills curriculum.

TEA directed to make schools safer

AUSTIN—Gov. Greg Abbott has directed the Texas Education Agency to ensure school facilities are made safer in the wake of the killing of 19 children and two teachers at Robb Elementary in Uvalde.

The Voice That Filled The Stadium

As the creator and producer of “The Sound of Texas,” one of the longest running syndicated radio programs in Texas, Tumbleweed seeks fascinating people who embody the spirit of the Lone Star State and brings them into the homes and hearts of thousands.

Look in the mirror for answers

Years ago, when I came up with the name for my blog posts, you may recall from previous writing that “check your mirrors” was an oft-repeated phrase I uttered when teaching drivers’ education to 15-year-olds. It is a crucial skill, especially when teenagers are behind the wheel.