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TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH

TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH

TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH

News Staff
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Body TUMBLEWEEDAs 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 StarStateandbringsthemintothehomesandheartsofthousands.
The prescription

The prescription

The prescription

News Staff
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Body My brother-in-law Tim has a gift for using puns and gets a kick out of finding those eyeroll-inducing phrases on social media posts. He texted this one the other day: “The Spaniards harvested these crystals and sent them by ship back to Europe.
More than 1,500 bills filed as session approaches

More than 1,500 bills filed as session approaches

More than 1,500 bills filed as session approaches

News Staff
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Body AUSTIN – Texas lawmakers last week filed more than 1,500 bills ahead of the next legislative session, which begins Jan. 14. The Houston Chronicle reported the proposed measures cover a range of topics ranging from border security to abortion access, education and other issues.
SMITH

SMITH

SMITH

News Staff
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Body TUMBLEWEEDAs 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 StarStateandbringsthemintothehomesandheartsofthousands.
So what’s in your garbage?

So what’s in your garbage?

So what’s in your garbage?

Hanaba Munn Welch
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Body Some people throw away good stuff. It’s how they live clutter-free, I guess. I wouldn’t know. When I find good stuff our across-the-alley neighbors have discarded in our common garbage bin, I extract it.My latest finds?
The one that got away

The one that got away

The one that got away

News Staff
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Body Last week, I made a sound financial decision. Finally.My history with money is worthy of a Shakespearian play, both tragic and comedic. Never have I lived high on the hog, and stewardship in terms of sharing and caring has been paramount.
Insurance hikes make affordable housing tougher

Insurance hikes make affordable housing tougher

Insurance hikes make affordable housing tougher

News Staff
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Body AUSTIN A growing number of Texas homeowners are forgoing buying homeowners insurance as premiums skyrocket, according to a recent report from the Texas comptroller.