Opinion

Federal judge appears skeptical of new border law

Pitch made for new power plants

A standoff at an Eagle Pass park continues as the Department of Homeland Security has sent a second letter to Gov. Greg Abbott demanding access to the Rio Grande park that is now under state control.

The window to file an application to be a Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees candidate for the May 4 election is Jan. 17 Feb. 16. Three seats are up for re-election in 2024 - those currently held by Dr. Mary Jane Hetrick, Shannon O’Connor and Dr. Stefani Reinold. DSISD trustees do not represent 'places,' but rather are atlarge representatives. An application form can be downloaded online at dsisdtx.us. Applications must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 16: In person to: Center for Learning & Leadership at 300 Sportsplex Drive, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 By mail to: DSISD, Attn: Supt. Office, PO Box 479, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 By email to: katrina. [email protected] An informational School Board Candidate Academy will be held Thursday, Feb. 8 at 5 p.m. in the Center for Learning & Leadership. Superintendent Dr. Holly Morris-Kuentz will share information about the role and responsibilities of board members and answer questions. Attending the meeting does not commit an individual to running for a trustee seat; it is informational in nature. Candidates for a school board of trustees in Texas must meet the following qualifications: Be a United States Citizen Be 18 years of age or older Not be mentally incapacitated (as defined in policy) Have not been convicted of a felony (as defined in policy) Be a resident of Texas continuously for 12 months immediately preceding the filing deadline Be a resident of the district continuously for 6 months immediately preceding the filing deadline Be a registered voter from the territory of the office sought For more information, visit dsisdtx.us.

DOJ report on response to Uvalde shooting scathing

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