Gov. Abbott and Lt. Gov. Patrick say they want to raise teacher pay, but, if finally enacted, SB 2, the voucher bill passed by the… Login to continue reading Login…
The program is delivering more meals than current funding covers the cost of. /Please consider donating to Meals on Wheels Plus, Inc. Donations can be… Login to continue reading Login…
The proposal sets a few possible points of contention between the House and Senate, including how much money should families get through the program. By Jaden… Login to continue reading Login…
The National Weather Service has issued a severe freeze warning that starts at 6 p.m. tomorrow and goes until noon Thursday. Temps could drop into… Login to continue reading Login…
This past week two Runnels County 4-H’ers earned scholarships competing in the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo. Kealynn Hoelscher, Winters 4-H, earned a $10,000… Login to continue reading Login…
Senate Bill 2 now heads to the House, where top officials say they have the support to create education savings accounts. Texas families could use… Login to continue reading Login…
By Caroline Toliver, Superintendent, Ballinger Independent School District Here are a few of my thoughts on vouchers…… Vouchers — by whatever name — divert state… Login to continue reading Login…
Congressman Jodey Arrington (TX-R-19) is Chair of the House Budget Committee and is proposing budget cuts that include the option for elimination of Social Services Block Grant ((SBG) funding. While I certainly understand the need to reduce spending and realize that significant changes may be necessary, I would like to bring to your attention the vital Meals on Wheels services provided by SSBG funds for the frail elderly and adults with disabilities.
BALLINGER - Vouchers for $10,000 for private schools in Texas' Senate Bill 2 have become the hot topic with schools and school board members decrying their potential negative impact on public schools.
The program assisted 72 people in Runnels County. MASON, TEXAS –Imagine being saddled with medical debt, caused by an illness or accident you or a… Login to continue reading Login…