Many of you may (or may not) have noticed I left the paper in October. I left because I was at a crossroads of sorts and wasn’t sure which path to take. While the path I took initially is still proving to be an option for me, something drew me back to reporting. Maybe it is my nosey nature or my inquisitiveness or the fact I found something I love doing.

Dear Editor: On behalf, of the Yorktown Athletic Booster Club and the YISD coaches and players, we would like to thank the following supporters for their donations for the new sled: Austin Hose Brad and Whitney Metting Harlan and Sharon Metting Jason Thomas Rockin B The Koopmann Family Again, thank you for all your generosity and continued support! The Yorktown Athletic Booster Club and YISD Coaches and players Yorktown, Texas .

Dear Editor, I am writing on behalf of the Victoria Fine Arts Association (VFAA) to express our deepest gratitude for the invaluable support extended towards our signature fundraising event, 'A Morning in La La Land' Jazz Brunch on November 12 at the Victoria Country Club.The generous support from sponsors, ticket holders, those that purchased tables and our hard working board of directors played an instrumental role in making this event a resounding success, and for that, we are truly thankful. The symphony of jazz melodies that graced the Victoria Country Club, including local favorites, the Dave & Catt Duo and Grammy-nominated artist, Cyrille Aimée, was an unforgettable experience for all attendees.

The Texas Legislature, conceived as a part-time body to meet every other year for 140 days, is now in its record fifth session (counting the regular session). When the impeachment trial of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is included, legislators have been in Austin pretty much the entire year, as the Texas Tribune noted. While legislators are paid just $7,200 a year in salary, per diem payments – meant to cover their expenses while in Austin – have mounted. If the fourth special session goes a full 30 days, taxpayers will have spent $4.8 million keeping lawmakers in Austin.

GOD first...Heavenly Father, on days when everything seems to go wrong and we lose sight of the things that really matter in our daily lives, help us to remember to take a moment to stop what we are doing, take a deep breath, and pray. Help us to reach deep into our faith, strength, and spirit when we need to reach out to You. Joy is knowing that You are always with us and knowing we are safely in the arms of Your Amazing Grace. We pray in the name of our dear Savior, Jesus. Amen. Pray for those who are in need of strength and comfort while in pain, distress, or sorrow.

As the clock ran down on the Legislature’s third special session, Texas House and Senate leaders exchanged barbs over Gov. Greg Abbott’s school choice bill and border security proposals, the Austin American-Statesman reported.

Dear Editor: The members of the Lindenau Rifle Club (Dance Hall), would like to thank the community for your support for our Stew and Gun Raffle fundraisers. The Lindenau Rifle Club members appreciate each and every person.

GOD first...Heavenly Father, All of us, in our crossroads of life, struggle with traumas and setbacks in life and are finding that we are not alone and life is not a solo act. Help us to humble ourselves and surrender to Your love for us and in us. Lift us into the newness of life. Open our eyes and hearts to the pain around us and open our hearts to those who are poor in spirit as well as we ourselves humble ourselves in knowing to trust in Your Almighty and Amazing Grace in everything we do. In the name of our dear Savior, Jesus, we pray for ourselves and those around us. Amen.

Dear Editor, I am writing on behalf of the Cuero Turkeyfest Board of Directors to express our heartfelt appreciation for an unforgettable and triumphant 51st Annual Cuero Turkeyfest Celebration that took place from Oct. 13-15 this year.

Gov. Gregg Abbott and the Texas House are at loggerheads over which will come first – vouchers for parents to pay for private school tuition, or funneling more money to public schools, The Dallas Morning News reported.