Lauren Melear

Lauren Melear

Lauren Melear leads the West Texas Bureau of Texas Scorecard. When not working, Lauren enjoys spending time with her husband and their dog, as well as cooking, working out, traveling to the hill country, and cheering on the fightin' Texas Aggies.
Byron Schirmbeck: Leading for Liberty
Byron Schirmbeck: Leading for Liberty
July 7, 2019
From his hometown to the state capitol, one Baytown resident demonstrates the payoff of perseverance and the power of the grassroots.
Seliger Sides with Democrats, Opposes “Chick-fil-A” Bill
Seliger Sides with Democrats, Opposes “Chick-fil-A” Bill
May 17, 2019
West Texas Republican Kel Seliger broke from his party to cast the only “no” vote against the high-profile religious liberty bill.
What to Expect on Ector County’s Ballot
What to Expect on Ector County’s Ballot
May 2, 2019
Ector County’s hospital district and Odessa College feature a slate of trustee candidates on the May 4 ballot.
Melanie Graft: Reaching Beyond our Comfort Zone
Melanie Graft: Reaching Beyond our Comfort Zone
April 27, 2019
"The hardest part is getting started," says Granbury resident Melanie Graft. "But it is going to take getting out of our comfort zones and becoming...
Vice President Mike Pence Visits West Texas
Vice President Mike Pence Visits West Texas
April 18, 2019
Vice President Mike Pence reinforces the administration’s support of American Energy during a visit to Midland.
Patrick Signals He’s Had Enough of Seliger Stalling Property Tax Vote
Patrick Signals He’s Had Enough of Seliger Stalling Property Tax Vote
April 12, 2019
The West Texas senator has an extensive record of siding with local politicians over citizens.
Lubbock Taxpayers Have Advocates in New County Commissioners
Lubbock Taxpayers Have Advocates in New County Commissioners
March 5, 2019
Bucking the status quo, two newly elected Lubbock county commissioners testified in support of property tax reform at the Capitol.
Odessa City Council to Oppose Property Tax Reform
Odessa City Council to Oppose Property Tax Reform
February 26, 2019
Odessa City Councilmembers plan to vote Tuesday night on a resolution declaring their opposition to voters having a say on their property tax rates.
Texas Tribune Co-Sponsors Film Critical of Oil and Gas Industry
Texas Tribune Co-Sponsors Film Critical of Oil and Gas Industry
February 21, 2019
Permian Basin residents get a glimpse of the new oil and gas documentary “Blowout,” which outlines allegations of “egregious” health effects of the...
New Initiative Aims to Make Midland a “World-Class Destination”
New Initiative Aims to Make Midland a “World-Class Destination”
February 13, 2019
Midland taxing entities and stakeholders have formed a new initiative to ensure Midland remains a “world-class destination for business and talent.”
Midland County Axes Promotions Account
Midland County Axes Promotions Account
February 12, 2019
Midland’s newly elected county judge follows through on his campaign promise of fiscal responsibility.
Property Tax Reform Bill Empowers People over Politicians
Property Tax Reform Bill Empowers People over Politicians
February 8, 2019
The recently filed property tax reform bills in the Texas legislature improve the state’s tax system to better serve the everyday Texan.