Texas may receive federal reimbursement for its $11.1 billion Operation Lone Star initiative following House passage of a bill now awaiting Senate approval.
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Despite repeated claims of historic tax relief, Texas property tax levies have surged over 1,300% since 1998, revealing a system that offsets exemptions with rising appraisals and complex funding rules.
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Johnnie D. Hutchins of Eagle Lake, Texas, gave his life in WWII saving his ship and crewmates. He was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for heroism.
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Dan Owen Jr. of Simonton, Texas, passed away on May 4, 2025, at the age of 83. A U.S. Marine, banking executive, and dedicated community volunteer, Dan will be honored in a memorial service on May 9 at Simonton Community Church.
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Texasโ Teacher Incentive Allotment boosts pay for top educators, but many say the program excludes too many teachers and schools.
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