Howard County Judge Mark Barr was standing in his kitchen the morning of President's Day preparing to head out the door when he felt and heard something akin to a truck plowing into his house. "As I touched the doorknob I thought, … [Read more...] about Explosion Rocks Big Spring Refinery
Feature Story
Education Key Component of Effective Leadership
Just a few hours before the official opening of the V.G. Young conference in February, seven county officials plus support staff gathered around a conference table to address key issues surrounding education. Among other significant concerns … [Read more...] about Education Key Component of Effective Leadership
Lee County to Host
As part of the Lee County Fair's annual Armed Forces Day Venue, Lee County will display the American Veterans Traveling Tribute Thursday, May 15, through Monday, May 19, at the GHS Buffalo Stadium on Highway 77 North in the county seat of Giddings. "I am very excited that Giddings will be honored with the chance to host the American Veterans Traveling Tribute, commonly … [Read more...] about Lee County to Host
Retirement
Ken Lynch of Triple Blade & Steel announces the retirement of his uncle and representative, Harlan Wharton. Harlan has been with Triple Blade & Steel for 10 years and has represented our company with class and distinction. His retirement was vividly noticed at the recent V.G. Young Conference by the many county commissioners who expressed their sadness that he will not be … [Read more...] about Retirement
Proactive Programs Tackle Air Quality
The hot topics at the recent meeting of the Texas Clean Air Working Group were two programs we call TERP and LIRAP. It is the goal of the committee to encourage Texans all across the state to become familiar with these important programs and to take advantage of them. TERP stands for the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan, a grants program or a funding mechanism to help … [Read more...] about Proactive Programs Tackle Air Quality