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Bipartisan legislation supports institutions fundamental to hometown communities

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New legislation to support local newsrooms and local advertisers has been introduced in the 118th Congress. The Community News & Small Business Support Act was introduced by Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) and Congresswoman Suzan DelBene (WA-1), both members of the Ways and Means Committee.

2023 Community Calendar

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Community Services and Organizations

Patrick issues gag order ahead of trial

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AUSTIN— Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick last week issued a sweeping gag order ahead of the impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton, the Houston Chronicle reported, saying “out-of-court statements” by both sides threaten to jeopardize the trial.

Community Services and Organizations

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Community Services and Organizations

Public and Civic Meetings Coming Up

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Local Events

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Kent commissioners debate incentives for employee wellness participation

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In the regular meeting of the Kent County commissioners court, minutes of the court’s June 26 session were read and approved, noting items as follow.

Dickens Commissioners hear fire departments’ annual reports

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In the regular monthly meeting of the Dickens County Commissioners Court on July 10 first responders Will Humphreys, Dickens VFD; Mac Gardner, McAdoo VFD; Debi Gardner, Dickens County EMS; and Wes Abbott, Spur VFD presented annual reports for their departments.

Tax-relief plan headed to governor

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Proponents are calling it the “biggest property tax cut in Texas history.” Both chambers of the Texas Legislature passed an $18 billion package during the second special session, the Austin American-Statesman reported.

Patton Springs may try again on bond issue

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In a called meeting Monday, June 30, at 9 a.m. in the school administrative offices, Patton Springs ISD Superintendent Bryan White reported on the July and August regular and special board meeting dates, as well as a timeline for the November 7, 2023 Bond/General Election.