FRONT-PORCH GOSPEL: This life story begins in 1973 (kind of) part 80

“We enjoyed our family so much,” Mama continued.” We went to church together, and while Zeke wasn’t interested in preaching or anything, he studied and knew his Bible with the best of them. He made sure his boys were at church, too.

OUT TO PASTOR: The journey of 1,000 miles begins with an apple fritter

Life has many paths, and I have discovered that traveling any of them takes a lot of energy.Unlike The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage, my energy comes from those wonderful apple fritters. I can’t remember the first time I had one, but I vividly remember the last time.

COMICALLY INCORRECT by A.F. Branco (April 17, 2025)

OPINION: Why Trump’s tax bill will make – or break – America’s small businesses

Americans who want a booming economy had more reason to be optimistic last week.First, President Trump paused his announced tariffs, giving him room to negotiate with other countries – including our allies – about lowering their many unfair trade barriers.

DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE: Nothing better than a bunch of socialists and fascists acting like they understand our Republic – but do we?

I’m thinking about making my column short this week.Short and sweet because I’m heading to the Amazon this afternoon and going “Zen.”Of course, coupling the words “short and sweet” with the topics of politics haven’t been America’s modus operandi for many years.

NOTABLE QUOTABLES (April 17, 2025)

NOW THAT’S FUNNY“Filed my taxes ON TIME because I wouldn’t want all those dead people to wait around for their social security checks. It’s all about doing your part!”  – Jimmy Failla“Can I check a box to direct my taxes to pay for migrant deportation flights?” – Rep.

PUBLIC NOTICE: FERRIS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT BOND ELECTION

NOTICE OF ELECTION FOR PUBLICATION(AVISO DE ELECCIÓN PARA PUBLICACIÓN) To the registered voters of Ferris Independent School District, Texas: Notice is hereby given that the polling places below will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

PUBLIC NOTICE: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF GLENN HEIGHTS PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT PD-27A

Publish in The Ellis County Press on Thursday, April 10, 2025. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF GLENN HEIGHTS1938 SOUTH HAMPTON ROAD, BLDG.

PUBLIC NOTICE: NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF GLENN HEIGHTS PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT PD-31

Publish in The Ellis County Press on Thursday, April 10, 2025. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING CITY OF GLENN HEIGHTS1938 SOUTH HAMPTON ROAD, BLDG.

LEGAL NOTICE: NOTICE TO CREDITORS FOR THE ESTATE OF GENEVIEVE POAGE HOLMES, DECEASED

Publish in The Ellis County Press on Thursday, April 10, 2025. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of GENEVIEVE POAGE HOLMES, Deceased, were issued on March 31, 2025, in Cause No.