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DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE: But I do not want to eat bugs, and I do not want to be fined for using my cell phone
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Who was it that said something akin to “Lie, lie and lie until the lies become believable?” That would be Joseph Goebbels, who was the chief propagandist for the Nazi Party.Just wanted to remind everyone of that little piece of information.
Wed, 01/03/2024 - 12:32
OPINION: California is off the rails
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Having a happy New Year this year won’t be easy in California.The state is a fiscal, social and economic train wreck that just keeps on wrecking.As we roll into 2024, we’ve learned we’re looking at a projected budget deficit of $68 billion.
Wed, 01/03/2024 - 12:24
NOTABLE QUOTABLES (January 4, 2024)
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THE BIG LIE“All good. Take a look. Start reporting it the right way.” – President Joe Biden regarding the economic outlook“Wages for workers are up. Black wealth is … up a record 60% since the pandemic.” – Joe Biden WHAT ARE YOU SMOKING?
Wed, 01/03/2024 - 12:19
At the heart of the ranch is a gated compound featuring a 23,000-square-foot stone mansion, built in 2000 by Tommy and Cory Ford and overlooking a lake.
5,400-acre South Creek Ranch for sale
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FERRIS – The 5,400-acre ranch, former home of Dallas executive W. Ray Wallace, CEO of Trinity Industries, who died in 2016 is for sale. One phase of homes has already been constructed and sold in the Woodstone development.
Wed, 12/27/2023 - 13:52
Members of the city of Ferris’ executive leadership team are shown at the community’s Starbucks’ recent soft opening.
Starbucks opens in Ferris
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Ferris – Starbucks opened to the public on Dec. 18, following a successful soft opening.Located at Fifth Street and Interstate 45, it marks a significant milestone in the city’s economic development and quality of life initiatives.
Wed, 12/27/2023 - 13:50
Wilmer Mayor Sheila Petta
Wilmer Mayor Sheila Petta featured in The Dallas Dispatch
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WILMER – When she was asked to run for Wilmer City Council, Sheila Petta had no interest. She had other matters demanding her time.That was several years ago.
Wed, 12/27/2023 - 13:48
COMICALLY INCORRECT by A.F. Branco (December 28, 2023)
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Wed, 12/27/2023 - 13:10
OPINION: Banning Trump from the ballot doesn’t defend democracy. It subverts it
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Democrats are cheering the decision of Colorado’s Supreme Court to ban former President Donald Trump from the Republican presidential primary ballot.By a 4-3 vote, Colorado judges banned Trump on the grounds that he was disqualified by reason of having engaged in an “insurrection.
Wed, 12/27/2023 - 13:09
(L) Officer Nicklaus VanDerkar, (R) Officer Elijah Samuels
Midlothian police officers recognized for saving life
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MIDLOTHIAN – The Midlothian Police Department recognized two of its officers last week for taking the department’s motto of “Service Above Self” to heart.
Wed, 12/27/2023 - 13:06
DEMOCRATS AND REPUBLICANS: Removing presidential candidates on either side of the aisle takes away America’s freedoms
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Want to know how we are going to end up not having those 2024 elections?People keep predicting it. First off – stop predicting negative stuff. Everyone needs to remember we create the mindset we surround ourselves with and we do not need negative right now.
Wed, 12/27/2023 - 13:03
