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State’s wind projects at a standstill
Commentary
State’s wind projects at a standstill
By Gary Borders 
May 27, 2026
TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS Dozens of Texas wind projects have been halted because the Department of Defense has not approved the federal permits required for them to move forward, the Austin American-Statesman reported. Data from the American Clean Power Association indicate th...
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Opinion: For the future of Texas, pause data centers
By Sid Miller Texas Agriculture Commissioner 
May 27, 2026
Texas has always been a state that builds things. We farm, ranch, and produce the food, fuel, and fiber that power America. We champion growth, private enterprise, and innovation. The Lone Star State remains a global beacon of what freedom and opportunity can achieve. But Texans also demand smart, c...
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Memorial Day stories of sacrifice and courage
Tom Purcell Syndicated Columnist 
May 27, 2026
As we head into Memorial Day weekend, it’s a great time to read “Chicken Soup for the Veteran’s Soul.” One powerful story tells about Mike, shot down in 1967 and captured by the Vietnamese. He grew up poor in Alabama — he didn’t wear shoes until he was 13. Mike made a needle out of a piece of bamboo...
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
On SB 10 
May 27, 2026
Proponents of Texas law, Senate Bill 10, which requires public schools to post the Ten Commandments, assert its purpose is to “remind Texas students o...
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Lessons learned from the 2026 Primary Election
May 20, 2026
Now that the 2026 Gillespie County Primary elections are over, it is a good time to once again reflect upon the results and lessons learned: Early on,...
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Fifty years living in the USA
May 20, 2026
I immigrated to the United States from England on May 21, 1976, just two months before the bicentennial celebrations. On May 21, this year, I’m celebr...
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Changes in routine, mood or personality: Simple stress or something more?
By Kacee Kirschvink Capital Farm Credit 
May 20, 2026
Every Monday morning, Bob would gather with other local farmers at the coffee shop. Wearing overalls, work boots and baseball caps, they would file in...
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Long ago memories
By Alton Moellering 
May 20, 2026
Ihappened to find a Fredericksburg Standard newspaper dated November 21, 1962. Included are grocery item prices at Nebgen Supermarket. The store is no...
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Welcome to the new Super
May 20, 2026
To the Editor, I would like to take a moment to recognize and thank everyone who helped make the first Incubator Program at Fredericksburg High School...
A House Divided: The discordant legacy of our American Republic
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EDITORIAL
A House Divided: The discordant legacy of our American Republic
James T. Schultz 
May 13, 2026
“My son, my son, if you only knew with what little wisdom the world is ruled.” Axel Oxenstierna (1648) Many argue that today’s political divisions are...
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