Texas Republican Asks Abbott for Special Session on Governor's Emergency Powers
State Rep. Brian Harrison wants lawmakers back before Democrat Gina Hinojosa takes office to limit the governor's emergency authority.
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State Rep. Brian Harrison wants lawmakers back before Democrat Gina Hinojosa takes office to limit the governor's emergency authority.
The Reagan Rattlers came back from a halftime deficit to win their season finale against the Clark Cougars.
Democrats will control the governor's office and Texas House in January, but Republicans still hold the state Senate.
The 25-member band earned top ratings at its regional contest and finished 10th at the Class 2A Area competition, its directors and a senior member said.
Freshman kicker Bradie Fortner's field goals and a strong second-half running game helped Quitman defeat Lone Oak.
Alba-Golden is the only Wood County volleyball team to advance past the bi-district round, while Mineola, Quitman, Hawkins and Yantis lost in the opening round.
Apple's in-house team reported $2.79 million for the quarter after amending its original filing, and seven outside firms reported $630,000.
Several Wood County communities will hold parades, school programs and ceremonies in November to honor veterans.
The Mineola Senior Citizen Activity Center has posted its schedule of November classes, games and meetings.
The Wood County Monitor is featuring Hugo L. Cintron, a retired Army sergeant first class who served 20 years.
The first-year club for third graders meets after school on Mondays and is asking for art supplies.
About 10 antique tractors from several Texas clubs made a slow-paced trip along East Texas back roads on Oct. 30.