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What goes on at Kaffee Klatch, stays at Koffee Klatch

What goes on at Kaffee Klatch, stays at Koffee Klatch

GOD first...Heavenly Father, Your Son suffered in the wilderness and on the cross in a way that we can't imagine. He walked everywhere he went, healing and preaching. He couldn't drive hundreds of miles or take an airplane flight to foreign countries... He walked. We walk to get exercise and complain when it gets too hard to walk one step farther. Lord, help us to set examples for others to follow. Help us to give strength, faith, and love to those around us even when we are suffering. We ask in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. 02/12/2025 11:05 AM

Voucher bill passes Senate, arrives in House

Voucher bill passes Senate, arrives in House

A bill to implement school vouchers in Texas sailed through the Senate largely on party lines last week and now awaits consideration in the House, the Austin American-Statesman reported. House Speaker Dustin Burrows, R-Lubbock, said he believes there are enough votes in that chamber to pass the legislation, which was defeated a half-dozen times in 2023 by a coalition of Democratic and rural Republican members. 02/12/2025 11:05 AM

Artificial intelligence has some explaining to do

Artificial intelligence has some explaining to do

God first....Heavenly Father, today I feel alone, yet I am not lonely. There is peace in solitude while I pray in quietness to lead my thoughts to restful healing. Help me use this time alone to find myself and reach deep inside my heart and mind to find peace. Calm the spirit within me as I reach out for Your Amazing Grace and pray in the name of our dear Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. 02/05/2025 05:26 AM

Patrick releases top 25 legislative priorities

Patrick releases top 25 legislative priorities

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has released his top 25 legislative priorities as the legislative session gets underway, The Texas Tribune reported. They include banning all forms of consumable THC, the psychoactive ingredient in CBD products; increasing the school homestead exemption from $100,000 to $140,000; a Texas version of a government oversight department to improve governmental efficiency; and measures to shore up the state’s electric grid and water supply. 02/05/2025 05:26 AM

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Artificial intelligence has some explaining to do

Artificial intelligence has some explaining to do

God first....Heavenly Father, today I feel alone, yet I am not lonely. There is peace in solitude while I pray in quietness to lead my thoughts to restful healing. Help me use this time alone to find myself and reach deep inside my heart and mind to find peace. Calm the spirit within me as I reach out for Your Amazing Grace and pray in the name of our dear Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. 01/28/2025 12:40 PM

$1 billion for vouchers, $5 billion for teachers?

$1 billion for vouchers, $5 billion for teachers?

Legislative budget writers are proposing nearly $5 billion to increase teacher pay and $1 billion to implement a school voucher program in the next biennium, the Austin American-Statesman reported. The voucher program, also referred to as school choice, would provide public money for private schooling, a key priority for Gov. 01/28/2025 12:40 PM

Standard Printing

Standard Printing

Dear Cuero Citizens, I have truly had some wonderful customers over the years. It has been a pleasure and an honor for me to serve all my customers in Cuero, my hometown. They have been incredibly supportive, and I’ve appreciated many loyal customers, including severalofmyclassmateswhohave walked through the door over the years. 01/28/2025 12:40 PM

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Hegar releases biennial revenue forecast

The Texas Legislature begins its work creating a state budget for the next two years with slightly less revenue available than it had during the previous biennium. Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar projects lawmakers will have $194.6 billion available during the 202627 budget cycle, down 1.1%. 01/22/2025 08:55 PM

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Oil field traffic taking toll on Nordheim pipelines

GOD first...Heavenly Father, help us in our times of weakness. Give us strength to sustain us on our voyage in helping others in need. 01/22/2025 08:55 PM

Stay away from TV and go to Nordheim Stock Show

Stay away from TV and go to Nordheim Stock Show

Heavenly Father, we ask that the spirit within us will sustain us as our body betrays us with the sin of each waking day. Guide Your Holy Spirit to be our path in which we are to follow to enrich others as well as ourselves with deeds of kindness and good will. We ask in the name of our dear Savior, Jesus. Amen. 01/15/2025 06:10 AM

Agencies, universities seek $24.6 billion in new funding

Agencies, universities seek $24.6 billion in new funding

The Texas Senate’s chief budget writer said state agencies and higher education institutions have requested nearly $25 billion in funding as the legislative session gets underway. State Sen. Joan Huffman, R-Houston, told The Dallas Morning News that the requests for new money reflect the growing functions and purposes of state agencies that serve the public. 01/15/2025 06:10 AM

Little League thanks sponsors

Little League thanks sponsors

Dear Editor, On behalf of the Cuero Little League, I would like to thank the many coaches, parents, volunteers, and board members who provided support through time, talents, and/or monetary donations to benefit our 350+ players! 01/15/2025 06:10 AM

Matthys not filing for City Council

Matthys not filing for City Council

Matthys not filing for City Council Dear Editor, My name is Bill Matthys, and it has been my privilege to serve as your Council Member at Large for the past 17 years. I am enormously grateful to the voters of the city of Cuero for electing me to eight consecutive terms since my appointment to the city Council in 2008. 01/15/2025 06:10 AM

Legislative session begins on January 14

Legislative session begins on January 14

The 89th Texas legislative session begins on Jan. 14 with a still-unresolved race for speaker of the Texas House of Representatives. 01/08/2025 01:18 PM

Celebrating community and hope at Christmas in the Park

Celebrating community and hope at Christmas in the Park

Dear Editor, This past Saturday, I had the privilege of volunteering with the Cuero ISD Education Foundation at the annual Christmas in the Park event. Amidst the twinkling lights and festive decorations, I was reminded of the true spirit of Christmas—hope. It was heartwarming to see people from all walks of life, including those traveling from different states, coming together to enjoy the beautiful illuminations. As I engaged with attendees, I witnessed the profound impact this event has on our community. There were people facing tough battles, such as cancer and recovery from abuse, as well as those simply searching for a bit of joy during the holiday season. Seeing their faces light up with the Christmas spirit gave me a deep sense of warmth and a renewed sense of duty. It was a powerful reminder that even small acts of kindness, like volunteering at such events, can bring immense joy and comfort to many. I am incredibly grateful to live in a community that supports this honorable display year after year. I’m also thankful to be part of an organization like the Cuero ISD Education Foundation, which dedicates its time to spreading joy through smiles, greetings, and even a peppermint stick for those passing through to enjoy the scenery. A heartfelt thank you to Christmas in the Park for bringing this magical experience to life each year, and to the Cuero ISD Education Foundation for their unwavering commitment to our community. It is moments like these that make me proud to call Cuero my home. This is truly the place you want to be. 01/08/2025 01:18 PM

Thank you God for lightning as well as rain

Thank you God for lightning as well as rain

GOD first...Heavenly Father, we are hopeful in finding ways in helping those around us. Use our talents and our resources, through Your Amazing Grace, in helping the many who are without hope and faith. Give us strength, guidance, and patience as we try to show others the power and might of Thy mercy. We pray in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

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