NEWS

Abbott Names New Secretary of State
Ruth Ruggero Hughs has been appointed as Texas secretary of state to replace David Whitley.

Commentary: Saginaw Adds New Debt Without Asking Voters
Last Tuesday’s tax note decision marks a significant turning point in our city’s fiscally conservative history.
Commentary: What Should Taxpayers Know About Property Taxes?
As your local governments are setting your property tax rates, here’s what you need to know.

Houston Democrat Retiring from Texas House
Jessica Farrar is retiring from the Texas Legislature after holding her Houston-area House seat for more than 25 years.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick Healthy After Heart-Health Scare
Patrick was reportedly released from the hospital and will return to work later this week.

Midland School Board to Vote on $569M Bond
The district will consider a November bond election today at their August 19 meeting. If passed, it would result in a property tax rate increase.

Commentary: Have Fun Storming the Castle, Boys!
It’s time to tell the truth about property taxes.

Mark Reid: Collin County Standout
In conservative Collin County, Mark Reid stands out as a top grassroots leader.

Former Martin, Hebron golfers compete in US Women’s Amateur
Golfers from Martin and Hebron high schools – both now at TCU – were among the competitors at the 2019 U.S. Women’s Amateur.

Cedar Hill alumna makes preseason All-Big 12
An alumnae of Cedar Hill High School has earned preseason honors in the Big 12 Conference for soccer.

Sachse, Celina alums get preseason All-Big 12 honors
Alums from Sachse and Celina high schools are among four Longhorn soccer players named to the Preseason All-Big 12 Conference Team.

Plano East alum on football watch list
Anthony Hines, a former Plano East football star entering his second season at Texas A&M, is on the Polynesian College Football Player of the Year Award watch list, TAMU’s website reported.