Patrick: 'Our first priority is to send money back to the taxpayers of Texas'
By John Kelly | Jul 22, 2022
Following news that the state of Texas is anticipating one of the largest budget surpluses in its history, state leaders are calling for the use of those funds to provide financial relief to taxpayers, including a reduction in property taxes.
WWII merchant mariner on Congressional Award: 'The supplies we delivered helped win the war'
By John Kelly | Jun 23, 2022
One of the less told tales of World War II is the story of the U.S. Merchant Marines, the civilian sailors who suffered between 9,000 to 12,000 fatalities, a higher loss rate than the U.S. Marines.
Polaris is conducting a survey of human trafficking survivors: 'The end result will be the largest data set available'
By John Kelly | May 11, 2022
The Polaris National Survivor Survey went live on May 9.
'Unprecendented actions': With federal restrictions expiring, Abbott takes aggressive immigration stance
By John Kelly | Apr 11, 2022
Governor Greg Abbott said recently that the state of Texas would be pursing a more aggressive stance opposing the influx of migrants that the state has seen at its southern border with Mexico.
'Laws restricting abortions work:' Huffines touts decrease in Texas abortions, even as they grow in bordering states
By John Kelly | Feb 17, 2022
A new report finds that abortions in Texas dropped by 60% during the first month after the so-called "heartbeat bill" was passed.
'Voter fraud is rampant:' Huffines rips Abbott's record on voting issues
By John Kelly | Feb 17, 2022
In the wake of a judge overturning the results of a Brownsville ISD School Board election, Texas gubernatorial candidate Don Huffines is criticizing Gov. Greg Abbott for his position on elections.
'This invasion must be stopped:' Huffines criticizes Abbott for not cracking down on drug smugglers
By John Kelly | Feb 17, 2022
Rio Grande Valley Sector Border Patrol recently issued a press release declaring that smuggling organizations are utilizing social media to attract drivers, some as young as just 13 years old.
'Failed leaders like Greg Abbott': Gubernatorial candidate Huffines sharply criticizes Gov. Abbott
By John Kelly | Feb 14, 2022
Border patrol vehicles chasing individuals trying to come into the United States illegally have caused vehicles to roll over, causing injuries to the migrants.
'Left again without power in the dead of winter': Huffines criticizes Abbott for handling of winter storms
By John Kelly | Feb 7, 2022
It is expected that electricity prices in Texas will increase in the face of winter storms
'Greg Abbott isn't surprised': Controversy swirls around education and gender issues ahead of Texas primary
By John Kelly | Jan 31, 2022
A nonprofit called American Principles Project partnered with over 150 conservative Texas figures to support a letter to Governor Gregg Abbott on January 19.
'I am proud': Texas gubernatorial candidate Huffines supports March for Life event
By John Kelly | Jan 19, 2022
A March for Life event took place in north Texas with the vocal support of Texas gubernatorial candidate Don Huffines.
Gubernatorial candidate Huffines on border security: 'Stop relying on empty promises'
By John Kelly | Jan 19, 2022
In the wake of recent arrests of violent criminals at the Texas border, gubernatorial candidate Don Huffines criticized Gov. Greg Abbott for what he perceives as a lack of action on border security issues.
U-Haul Growth Index ranks Texas No. 1 for 2021
By John Kelly | Jan 7, 2022
Texas is the top state in the nation for growth, according to U-Haul's Growth Index.
TLOW: Buyers are not looking at properties if wind turbines are in view
By John Kelly | Jul 2, 2021
Jack County plans to allow French company Électricité de France (EDF) to construct wind farms, although Texas land rights organization TLOW reports that, based on independent studies, the property values decrease by 25% to 40% or more in areas within view of wind or solar farms.
