AUSTIN — Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick released statements following a deadly shooting on Dec. 29 at West Freeway Church of Christ in White Settlement, a city of 16,000 people on the west side of Fort Worth. Two church members were killed in the shooting, which occurred during Sunday services. A possible motive for the shooting is under investigation.
Pippa, 5 ½ years old – White and Black – Female. Pippa is one of our longest stay kitties, which blows our minds because she’s awesome!
AUSTIN — After the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit declared the individual mandate in “Obamacare” unconstitutional on Dec. 18, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton expressed his agreement. “The Fifth Circuit’s holding is clear: the federal government cannot order private citizens to purchase subpar insurance products that they don’t want,” Paxton said. “The individual mandate is the centerpiece of Obamacare and I am glad the Fifth Circuit recognized that it is unlawful."
AUSTIN — Texans applying for federal funds for housing repairs and reimbursements relating to Hurricane Harvey damages face an important deadline.
The Texas General Land Office on Dec. 16 encouraged applicants for the Homeowner Assistance Program and Homeowner Reimbursement Program to submit applications before Dec. 31.
Who says winter's not gardening season? Sure, you might not be able to plant fall mums right in the middle of December, but the way I see it, greenery and flowers are even more necessary around the holidays, adding color, life, and cheer to your home on even the chilliest of days. Their value is often underestimated (especially when compared to more obvious holiday elements like Christmas cookies), but make no mistake: Plants are a huge, important part of holiday décor.
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Dripping Springs, Texas 78620
Phone: (512) 858-4163
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