Capital Highlights

Hispanic Texans likely largest demographic group The U.S. Census Bureau released its latest estimate, which indicates Hispanic residents in Texas make up more of the state’s population than white residents.

Biden's Sneaky Censors

'Tech platforms are notoriously opaque,' the White House complained last week, saying Americans deserve to know more about how online forums decide 'when and how to remove content from their sites.

The Idle American

I, as well as most others who string words together, will never be confused with Robert Frost, the poetry genius from whose pen flowed marvelous words about his beloved New England. One of his best—published in the Atlantic Monthly in 1915— was “The Road Not Taken.

Forced Electric Cars Harm Our Planet

from The Colorado Springs Gazette California has outlawed new gasoline cars beginning in 2035. This is the latest in the far-left's war on minorities, the poor and the environment. 'California to Ban the Sale of New Gasoline Cars: The decision ...

Capital Highlights

Poll: Most Texas teachers consider quitting More than three-fourths of Texas teachers say they have seriously considered quitting the profession largely because of a perceived lack of respect and support, according to a new survey by the Charles Butt Foundation.

Biden's Transfer of Wealth to the Wealthier

by Terence P. Jeffrey President Joe Biden acted as if he was being compassionate to people suffering economic hardships when he announced his plan for forgiving billions of dollars in student loans.

The Idle American

Residents in the East Texas thicket where my Uncle Mort hangs out almost never leave, so welcoming a new family is quite a topic of conversation.

Going Hungry

by John Stossel Starvation. Poverty. People struggling to buy medicine and fuel. Disaster happened after one government fell under the influence of the world's environmental extremists. Many 'experts' say pure nature is best.

Texas Press Association

by Gary Borders TxDOT announces $85 billion transportation plan The Texas Department of Transportation has adopted a 10-year statewide roadway construction plan with a record $85 billion price tag, officials announced last week.

Letter to the Editor

✍ Dear Editor, How much did it rain and where? One of the concerns raised at the last Extension ag conference in Perryton was a lack of solid information about rainfall after storms.