NEWS
The Open Seat Map
Witnessing six new retirement announcements since the end of October, the open seat contingent has significantly changed during the last month.
Rinaldi Silenced by Cook’s “Competitiveness” Committee
Chairman Byron Cook makes it clear that competing views aren’t welcome in his “competitiveness” committee hearing.
Texas Senator: “No Doubt” Lewisville Mayor Has Conflict of Interest
Lewisville’s mayor is also Denton County’s chief appraiser. State Sen. Paul Bettencourt says he will file legislation to ban this conflict of interest.
Fairview Voters Turn Out To Defeat Bond
A whopping 25 percent of Fairview voters turned out to defeat a $25 million bond.
Will The Alamo Be Remembered Or Reimagined?
George P. Bush must do more to ensure Texans that nothing will diminish the shrine to those who died at the Alamo.
Pearland To Hold Meeting On Potential Land Grab
Pearland is seeking to annex 2,500 acres of land, but residents are pushing back.
Abbott Endorses Dokupil in Campaign Against Sarah Davis
“Well, at least she’s better than a Democrat,” her supporters claim. But even that isn’t true.
Culture of Taxpayer-Funded Political Influence
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Celina Land Grab Moving Forward Despite Residents’ Protests
One municipal land grab in Collin County has been stopped, but the city of Celina’s is still going on.
Court Temporarily Stops Mesquite Land Grab
A temporary restraining order issued by a Kaufman County district judge puts Mesquite’s forced annexation plans on hold until November 20.
Trial for Montgomery County Officials Delayed
Oral arguments for Doyal and Riley will begin January 25. Paxton is seeking to participate.
Texas’ “Rabble Army” Wins Taxpayer Victories
Grassroots activists are a potent force when they organize, educate, and turn out their fellow citizens.