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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

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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

Wastewater leaks from oil wells pose danger

Wastewater leaks from oil wells pose danger

The water that comes up as a byproduct of oil and gas fracking is becoming a bigger headache for the state’s energy operators and those who regulate them, the Houston Chronicle reported. Most of the “produced” water is injected into disposal wells that carry it into geologic formations for containment. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Here’s your Thank You note! And roadwork delay ok when it’s for rain

Here’s your Thank You note! And roadwork delay ok when it’s for rain

GOD first...Heavenly Father, You lavish us with generous blessings but still we question our direction in life and our relationships with others. We ask for help and support to guide our spiritual journey as we travel these days in helping those around us as we ask in the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. 12/26/2024 03:33 PM

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Regulators say almost all county's groundwater contaminated

Nearly every county in Texas has at least one case of groundwater contamination, according to an annual report outlined in The Texas Tribune. The latest report compiles 2,870 open cases of groundwater contamination, some of which go back decades, according to the Texas Groundwater Protection Committee. 12/26/2024 03:33 PM

LetterstotheEditor

LetterstotheEditor

Dear Editor, On Thursday, December 12, 2024, at the Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum, the Tri-City Empowerment Council sponsored a Christmas Celebration in honor of the Foster/Adopt Families TARE. This celebration was to recognize foster parents and adopt families for all of the selfless support that they give the children in their homes. It was also to spread hope and love to the foster children. The evening began with tours of the museum and continued with joy and festive live music played by the Wildcat Christmas Ensemble and a beautiful skit by Debbie Scott and Rogers Wardy that told the meaning of Christmas. Our night in Cuero ended with a ride through Cuero's Lighted Park with hot chocolate. 12/26/2024 03:33 PM

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor, On behalf of the Yorktown Western Days Association, I would like to take a few minutes to thank St Paul Lutheran Church members, Holy Cross Catholic Church members, and all the other local individuals who generously donated towards our Cowboy Claus campaign for this year. Each year we serve children ages 0-15 who are less fortunate with numerous toys, gifts, and other items they are in need of to make sure everyone has a magical Christmas. Without your donations and continued support we would not be able to provide this event. 12/18/2024 06:57 PM

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