To the editor: At Walmart a while back, without recognizing him at the time, I visited with Governor Perry (if you’re reading this Gov, I’m the little old lady who asked about Angel Flights). I found him kind, helpful, and utterly charming.

To the editor: Who are the domestic threats and who is a threat to democracy? Last week was “Celebrate Freedom Week”, (Sept. 16-20, 2024) established in 1956 by President Eisenhower, “to highlight the values and ideals on which the United States was founded as well as the sacrifices that were made for freedom in the founding of the country.” According to the Texas EducationAgency, students in grades 3-12 are “required to recite the preamble of the U.S.

To the editor: Ms. Rodibaugh, your opinions and those of conservative web sites are not necessarily facts.

A group of women urged to reveal past jobs they disliked were surprisingly candid, and overall positive about the careers they had chosen. All these ladies were over 70, their backgrounds, locations, types of bosses they had and had been, and levels of education were varied, diverse, and interesting.

It’s that time of year again. We put on war paint, ensure our uniforms are pressed & polished, and we fuel up for the battles ahead. That’s right, it’s football season. We become raving fanatics for our teams. We talk trash and spend gobs of money on tickets, food, spirit wear, and more. What’s funny is we do not have any influence over the outcome of the game. We spend a lot of time, money, and energy to encourage (or sometimes discourage) our favorite team and players. Have you considered how much effort you put into this whole thing?

Kathi and I got a new Black Lab puppy. Name’s Zack.

C Eligible Texans planning to vote in the November general election have until Oct. 7 to register, Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson reminds folks.

T EXAS History The month long courtmartial at Fort Sam Houston ended on the evening of Sep. 30, 1954.

To the editor: My heritage to Fayette County goes back a long way even to Karl Bauer in Round Top. Although I have never lived in Fayette County, I still have a strong feeling for it.

To the editor: No matter our background, origin, or political party, most of us Fayette County residents believe that violence has no place in our political process and that weapons of war have no place in our communities. We all deserve to live our lives safely, move through our communities, and engage in our elections — whether running for office or through a school hallway.