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DO THE MATH ON THE SCHOOL BOND MEASURE

I want to thank everyone who came out in support of our students and teachers to vote for the bond proposals that will solve the issues of overcrowding at the high school. Prop A only passed by a few hundred votes so every vote mattered. Prop B failed by a few hundred votes which is short-sighted.

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How far back can you trace your family history?

I know some people who are really into that and have spent a lot of time on genealogical research. And they actually enjoy it!

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Dear Editor,

As we get closer to the November 2 election, we wanted to personally provide you with the facts your family needs to make an informed vote on the $49.89 million Azle ISD bond referendum. As stewards of your tax dollars, we are required by the law to provide you with the facts – and correct misinformation – so you can make an informed vote.

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Dear Editor:

Considering that half of the paper every week is dedicated to sports activities at Azle High School, it is clear that Azle News has a lot invested in ensuring that any bond proposed by Azle ISD passes. If that were not the case, I doubt that the number of letters published regarding the bond would be so lopsided. By my count, you have published 7 FOR and 2 AGAINST.

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Dear Editor,

When you’ve lived here as long as I have, you’ve seen lots of changes throughout the years. As a 1974 graduate of Azle High School, I had the opportunity to learn at AHS when it was practically new.

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Dear Editor,

The 2021 Texas Legislative Session was a success on many fronts! The Heartbeat Bill is reducing the number of abortions in Texas, and the Trigger Bill will eliminate all abortions in Texas if Roe v. Wade is repealed. A State Budget was passed that is below all Constitutional limits while funding more than $3 billion in help on the Texas border which is of course challenging for our State because border security is a federal responsibility. The budget also provides for Phase 2 of School Finance Reform which includes a 5.6% increase in State funding which may reduce property tax burden. The Legislature provided post-pandemic recovery protections to Texas workers and businesses. The Texas Legislature passed reinforced protection for our religious freedoms, and we have an opportunity to vote on a Constitutional Amendment on the November ballot that includes a ban on local officials closing houses of worship. Access to health care services was expanded with clearer pricing guidelines. CONSTITUTIONAL CARRY was passed while making Texas a 2 nd Amendment Sanctuary State! Election Integrity was passed that makes it easier for Tex-ans to vote and harder for folks to cheat!

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Our Texas, What a State!

Just a note for you who are Coastal Bermudagrass raisers, either for hay production or for grazing purposes. We all know that the end of the Coastal growing season is almost here, but what are the specifics besides it being Fall for this to happen?

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How many cookies would you take?

I live near the lake and was told recently of a couple who tried to get their boat out of the water at the marina but could not get access to the dock to unload their passengers. Another boater had tied their vessel on the dock and then decided to go and watch the nearby beach volleyball. This act basically made the dock unusable for others. The people waited patiently for the offending boat owner to return. Finally, someone on shore tracked down the person who had monopolized the use of the dock. When the offender returned to the dock they jumped in their boat and yelled to the people who he had inconvenienced, “shove it up your #$#@$”, before speeding off.

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Focusing on Essentials

I dreamed I was sitting at a table with a small group, listening as one after another led with, “The problem with the world today is . . .” Each had a strong viewpoint, and the arguments were not without merit, but no solutions were presented. It was nothing more than a complaint fest. My dream quickly advanced 30 years into the future. I was seated with the same group, now much older. As I listened, the exact comments were repeated, “The problem with the world today is . . .” Still, no solutions were proffered. I woke up disturbed by my dream and chose to get out of bed even though it was much earlier than my normal start time.