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Imagine that you’re 67 years old and you wake up with a severe toothache. You can’t sleep. You know you might need a root canal or something even more invasive, but you just can’t afford it. You don’t have dental insurance and while you have Medicare, it doesn’t pay for most dental services.

Building Texas’ workforce of the future isn’t as simple as hanging out a “we’re hiring” shingle. And that’s why we’re hopeful that the state’s latest workforce development strategy is treated with the sense of urgency that it deserves.

World Series 2023 had the lowest television ratings in history. There’s no need to belabor the whys and wherefores. Instead of listening to the ceaseless chatter of announcer John Smoltz, fans would be better off acquainting themselves with the game’s rich history.

Gary Center Director Angela Rackley-Meadows shares with local veterans an appreciation of their sacrifices in the cause of freedom. In addition to the many veterans who work at the center, many students have prior military experience and are now learning new skills. A special thanks to Lori Ocegueda (Army) and the center’s Human Resources staff for the planning and the setup of the event. Special thanks to Gary Job Corps veterans including Carlos Aguilar (Army), Albert Alvarez (National Guard), Guy Ben Moshe (Israel Defense Force), Lydia Benton (Army), David Black (Army), Russell Brown (Army), Adam Cantu (Marines), Allen Delacey (Navy), Eugene Edokpa( Nigerian Armed Forces), James Espinoza (Navy), Viviana George (Air Force), Reggie Gilliam (Army), Randolph Goodman (Navy), Jimmy Gomez (Army), Gabriel Gonzalez (Army), Carlos Guerrero (Navy), Jerrod Haegele (Army), Glenn Horvath (Navy), Richard Jaime (Army National Guard), Clifford Jones (Army), Elbert Miller (Army), Scott Milner (Navy), Shawn Mitton (Marine Corps), Ramy Moussa (Egyptian Armed Forces), Lori Ocegueda (Army), Jose Olivo (Army), Booker Presley (Army), Carlos Reyes (Army), Frank Rodriguez (Navy), Noe Salazar( Marine Corps), Craig Scallan (Army), Henry Singleton (Army), Raymond Spencer (Air Force), Paul Touchstone( Navy), Chris Tristan (Navy), Eugene Walton (Army), Terrance Robinson (Army), Richard Morales (Army) and Tawanna Mikkola (Army). Photos by Gary Job Corps

Students learn about Indigenous Cultures

It’s as consistent as death and taxes that Texas State Volleyball is headed to racking up one more championship.

Following a tough loss to Coastal Carolina last Saturday, the Bobcats were back on the field looking to regroup as Texas State will face off with rival Arkansas State.

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Dear Abby

Texas State University recognized seven scholarship recipients at the football game against Georgia Southern, in promotion of the annual Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Houston Awards Dinner on Nov. 15. This year, the foundation will be honoring Bill Hobson, former Senior Vice President at UBS Wealth Management & current farmer/ rancher with the Semper Fidelis Award. This year’s Military Guest of Honor is Lieutenant General Martin R. Steele USMC (Ret.).

Rebecca Minnick has announced her candidacy for Commissioner, Hays County Precinct 3. Minnick is currently serving her third term as Place One Council Member for the city of Wimberley.

HONORING OUR VETERANS