Now I know

Body No matter how big our hearts are when it comes to loving all our babies, the truth is that a parent’s initial birth experience is unparalleled. What happens with the firstborn— particularly from pregnancy to delivery—is its own sacred once-in-a-lifetime moment.

State again shows large job gain

Body AUSTIN—Texas added 82,500 nonfarm jobs in June, the largest gain this year. The state again set new employment highs, as total nonfarm employment reached. 13.43 million, according to the Texas Workforce Commission.

A new play for horse lovers and others

Body 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.

Pseudo-empowerment: look for shortcuts

Body Empower is a buzzword. It’s an easy word for politicians to toss around. Has a good sound. Hearing it makes me want to be in control of something. But most of us struggle just to manage our own ordinary lives. Right? What’s left is to at least feel empowered.

All we are is dust in the wind according to my life’s journey and the song lyrics from Kansas

Body A couple of weeks ago an agreement was reached with my former (and only) school employer to return to coach high school UIL Speech and UIL Social Studies.

Wildfire danger continues to rise

Body AUSTIN—As we cross the halfway point of July, wildfire danger continues to increase across the state. On Friday, Texas A&M Forest Service firefighters responded to 15 new wildfires that burned 651 acres.

The Big Spur in Spur

Body 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.

King County summer 4-H activities: movies, crafts

Body King County 4-H will be hosting movie days at the King County Courthouse July 13, 20, 27 and August 3 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Come enjoy popcorn and a movie. There is no fee. King County 4-H will be having craft camp this summer as well.

PADUCAH VOLLEYBALL CAMP

Body PADUCAH VOLLEYBALL CAMP Paducah sophomore Talon Blount and seniors Aidan Piper and TaSharra Richardson attended Texas Tech Volleyball camp last week to refine their skills. | COURTESY PHOTO

STATE CONVENTION BOUND

Body STATE CONVENTION BOUND The 94th Texas FFA State Convention is scheduled for July 11-15, 2022 in Fort Worth. The Valley FFA will be well represented by this group headed to Ft. Worth. | COURTESY PHOTO