CHARLOTTE’S WEB: Hometown Proud
From community reports Imagine that you are sitting in a room with thirty strangers, and they are cheering for the Kansas City Chiefs. You are new to the …
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Crosby ISD Rings in 2025 with Financial Achievements, Expansion Plans, and Celebration
Superintendent for the Day, 6th grader Stratton Manuel, visits a construction site with Superintendent, Mrs. Paula Patterson and Crosby ISD Director of Operations Chuck Murray. Photo courtesy Crosby …
GREETINGS FROM GUANGZHOU
By Kristan Hoffman & Family Ni hao! That means “hello,” from southeast China! On August 1, our little family of four relocated from Ohio all the way across …
A Studio of My Own
Hello, I’m Mei Hoffman, whom you might know as the co-owner of this newspaper. Did you also know that I am a painter? At the beginning of this …
KIDS KORNER: The New Generation
By Iris Butler A note from Kristan Hoffman, daughter of publisher Gilbert Hoffman: 30 years ago, before the digital age had fully taken hold, and this newspaper was …
The Great Hot Dog Chili Taste-Off
It’s the time of year when Chili tastes especially good. A warm, tangy bowl heats the body and warms the soul. Appropriately, the local Highlands Rotary Club holds …
“Valentine Gift”
My husband, Peter, does not believe in Valentine’s Day. I mean, he knows it is a thing. It’s just a thing he prefers to ignore. “Stupid!” That is …
Handy Andy
The Holidays are a time to enjoy family time, and give thanks for your blessings. I will be doing both this year as I spend time with one …
Sen. Carol Alvarado on Gun Safety Reform
Austin, TX — The Texas Senate Democratic Caucus sent the following letter to Governor Abbott: Dear Governor Abbott: The members of the Texas Senate Democratic Caucus urge you …
Cornyn Statement on Russian Invasion of Ukraine
AUSTIN – U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: “America stands with Ukraine, and we will do everything we …