TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH

TUMBLEWEED 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 StarStateandbringsthemintothehomesandheartsofthousands.

Recycle and refresh in the new year

I’mgonnarecycle a few things this new year. I’ll reuse my car, now withover210,000milesonit. My clothes and shoes still fit, so there’s little need to add to the wardrobe as I have no grand openings, awards shows, or premieres to attend. Same friends. Same job responsibilities.

Taking thankful stock at the end of the year

By the time you read this, the publisher and editor of these newspapers will be bound for the East Coast to spend the holidays with family and friends.

Property tax cuts go into effect

AUSTIN— A total of $18 billion in property tax cuts were approved by more than 80% of voters in the November general election and should be reflected in property tax bills that are due by Jan. 31.

Check Your Mirrors

The Christmas Red Zone A Sunday of NFL football means that the phrase “red zone” is within earshot when in and out of the living room. Once a team reaches the opponent’s 20-yard-line, it is within twenty yards of the endzone. Scoring opportunities are within grasp.

Christmas is on display in Eldorado

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 StarStateandbringsthemintothehomesandheartsofthousands.

Cowgirl judge: ‘herstory,’ not history

“I think the women hoped that she would be a voice for women’s rights, that she would be a voice against discrimination against women and other protected groups. I think women expected that she would be supportive of women’s groups and issues.

None of your beeswax

It’s that brain-straining gift-giving time of year when we realize how much we don’t know about our own family members. You’ve got two choices—actually three.

Rosalynn

SUE JANE SULLIVAN [ dripping with sarcasm] “ Of course, Jimmy, I want you to forget the fact that you graduated in the top percentile of the United States Naval Academy and are well on your way to an illustrious naval career so that we can go home and farm.

Abbott: Battle continues over vouchers

AUSTIN— As time runs out next week on the fourth special session, Gov. Greg Abbott said he will continue to fight for school choice, despite the Texas House once again decisively rejecting it when 21 Republicans largely from rural districts joined Democrats in stripping it from a $7.6 billion...