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PUC outlines consumer protection rules

PUC outlines consumer protection rules

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PUC outlines consumer protection rules

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Wednesday, July 24, 2024
AUSTIN— As the dog days of August approach and electric bills soar, the Public Utility Commission is reminding consumers of rules in place to protect them from having their power disconnected due to financial difficulties, especially during extreme heat.“Ensuring the power stays on for all Texans,...

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UPCOMING

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Wednesday, July 24, 2024
LOCKNEY 4TH ANNUAL ‘SHARK IN THE PARK’ Free family fun event is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 2, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Community Center, with a Foam Party from 6 60 7 p.m.LOCKNEY OLD FASHION SATURDAY Mark your calendars for Saturday, Aug. 24, from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., with car show, cookoff,...
In search of the Mother Road

In search of the Mother Road

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In search of the Mother Road

News Staff
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
ROUTE 66 RAMBLE, PART 1It’s rare that local newspaper editors— especially ones like us, who have an active stake in hometown publications that go to press once a week year round—get to take an extended vacation.
SOUTHERN SPREAD The pimento cheese sandwiches you loved growing up with, can be even better with this recipe. | ANGELINA LARUE PHOTO

SOUTHERN SPREAD The pimento cheese sandwiches you loved growing up with, can be even better with this recipe. | ANGELINA LARUE PHOTO

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Southern Pimento Cheese Spread

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Wednesday, July 10, 2024
CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COMANGELINA L aRUE Summer is synonymous with barbecuing, but I love the “extras” that go with it.
Listening, hearing, faking it

Listening, hearing, faking it

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Listening, hearing, faking it

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Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Oh, to be a good listener.There’s more to it than just keeping your mouth shut. When you can’t hear, that’s an extra complication. Actually, impaired hearing can be a plus. I’ll explain that later unless I forget.Listen.That was the advice my mother gave me before I started the first grade.
Proposed fed rule would protect workers from extreme heat

Proposed fed rule would protect workers from extreme heat

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Proposed fed rule would protect workers from extreme heat

News Staff
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
AUSTIN— A year after a new state law ended mandatory water breaks in Texas, a proposed federal rule would protect millions of workers from the risks caused by extreme heat, The Texas Tribune reported.The rule would require employers to create plans to prevent heat injuries and illnesses and ensure...

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TxDOT asking for feedback on record $104 billion 10-year plan

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Wednesday, July 10, 2024
TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION CHILDRES DISTRICTCHILDRESS— To help keep a thriving Texas economy moving, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is drafting a record-breaking 10year transportation plan, and the public is invited to weigh in on potential projects in communities across the...
Artificial intelligence by any other name

Artificial intelligence by any other name

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Artificial intelligence by any other name

Hanaba Munn Welch
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
AI in French is IA.The French language police are holding the line and not just adopting the English language term. Good for them.If the whole word spoke English, menus would suffer — maybe not at Whataburger but at other fine dining establishments. You know I’m right.How do the French say IA?
MIGRATORY BIRD HABITAT - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will present the “Stop and Stay Awhile: Building Habitat to Benefit Migratory Birds” webinar on July 11 from noon to 1 p.m. | Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife

MIGRATORY BIRD HABITAT - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will present the “Stop and Stay Awhile: Building Habitat to Benefit Migratory Birds” webinar on July 11 from noon to 1 p.m. | Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife

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Migratory bird habitat webinar scheduled for July 11

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Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will present the “Stop and Stay Awhile: Building Habitat to Benefit Migratory Birds” webinar on July 11 from noon to 1 p.m.The webinar is part of the ongoing Texas A&M Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management, RWFM, Stewardship Series.Cost is...
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