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A proposed amendment to the Texas Constitution that would have denied bail to alleged repeat offenders of certain violent crimes failed in the House. The amendment on Tuesday fell just three votes shy of the 100-vote super majority needed to pass proposed amendments to the constitution. In other news, Grapevine police and Texas Game Wardens have arrested a woman suspected of driving a jet ski involved in a fatal crash on Grapevine Lake over the weekend. Daikerlyn Alejandra Gonzalez was identified as the suspect in the death of 18-year old Ava Moore; amid an outbreak of measles cases in Texas, Collin County officials on Tuesday warned the public of exposures at four different locations in McKinney last week. In a news release, Collin County Health Care Services said there was a measles exposure between May 19 and May 22 at the following locations:  *24 Hour Fitness, 1601 N. Hardin Blvd. *Moviehouse & Eatery, 8450 State Highway 121 *Cubana Grille, 4051 S. Custer Road, Ste. 1160 *Market Street, 6100 Eldorado Parkway  They said the timing of the exposures vary, ranging from 3:30 p.m. and 11 p.m. Anyone who has been to these four locations during those times should monitor for symptoms through June 12; a nd the Dallas Stars' backs are officially against the wall. The Stars dropped their third straight game in their Western Conference finals series against the Edmonton Oilers, falling 4-1 at Rogers Place Tuesday night. The Stars now trail 3-1 in the series. Game 5 will be in Dallas Thursday night and the Stars will need to win three straight to advance to the Stanley Cup Final. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Plus another North Texas city just hit a major milestone, the Dallas city council has voted to remove parking minimums on a new development, Texas could get reimbursed more than 11 billion dollars for sending state troopers and the National Guard to the border during the Biden Administration, and MORE!

In this episode we continue our series on Texas counties where we'll learn the history, features and offerings of each of Texas' 254 counties. In this edition we learn about Richard's home county of Collin. Enjoy! Stock media provided by Artmuns / Pond5

In this enlightening and candid episode of the Celina Radio Podcast, host Ron Lyons sits down with newly elected Collin County Tax Assessor-Collector Scott Grigg—a man with a Ford truck full of patriotism and a sharp eye for numbers.If you've ever had questions about your property appraisal, tax protests, or the inner workings of the DMV-style chaos, Scott brings clarity, wit, and wisdom to it all. Discover how $2.4 billion was collected in his first quarter alone, why attitude and organization matter when protesting your property values, and what really happens behind those closed doors at the Appraisal Review Board.  Plus, learn the difference between appraisal notices and property tax bills, get pro tips for winning a protest, and hear how Scott's faith, integrity, and community focus have shaped his leadership—even when the campaign trail got tough. Whether you're a seasoned homeowner, a first-time buyer, or just someone who dreads getting mail from the county, this episode is full of practical insights, laugh-out-loud moments, and a refreshing perspective on public service done right.  Tune in now at CelinaRadio.com or search Celina Radio Podcast on your favorite platform.

Lt. Col Allen West criticizes EPIC City development as state leaders intensify scrutiny over transparency concerns and potential foreign influence in Collin County.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A middle school student in Collin County has tested positive for measles, health officials confirmed Wednesday, the first reported case in a child in the Dallas-Fort Worth area this year amid an outbreak of cases in Texas. The student attends Willow Springs Middle School in Lucas, part of the Lovejoy Independent School District, according to Collin County Health Care Services. In other news, the North Texas Food Bank announced Wednesday that Annam Manthiram has joined its executive leadership team as its new chief external affairs officer; “softness” in demand from domestic leisure travelers stung Southwest Airlines during the first quarter as the Dallas-based carrier pushed ahead with turnaround plans that include fees for checked bags and premium seating in the coming months. On Wednesday, Southwest Airlines reported a $149 million net loss between January and March on $6.4 billion in revenue; and Dallas' Planning and Development Department will change how it calculates commercial remodeling permit fees after losing $8.6 million because of a staff error. The Dallas City Council approved the change without discussion during Wednesday's meeting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas:Early voting starts today in the May 3 election - see your local county website for a sample ballot to study beforehand, and get your questions about voting answered at GoVoteTexas.org....Two Republican bills on their way through the Legislature this week, similar to the federal SAVE Act, will make voter registration harder for lower-income Texans and those who have changed their names: https://www.texastribune.org/2025/04/01/texas-proof-of-citizenship-voting-senate-bill-16/Texas lawmakers are considering legislation that would exempt transactions on the new Texas Securities Exchange from taxes - great news for majority owner and notorious right-wing billionaire Kelcy Warren: https://www.dmagazine.com/business-economy/2025/04/kelcy-warren-revealed-as-majority-owner-of-texas-stock-exchange/Ken Paxton appears to have violated Texas ethics laws by including images of Collin County law enforcement officers in his first ads from his primary challenge to Senator John Cornyn: https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/campaigns/congressional/3384518/ken-paxton-texas-ethics-laws-senate-campaign-launch/Brady House Rep. Wes Virdell deletes a tweet - too slowly, however - in which he disparages his own consitutents as they complain about his votes on public schools last week: https://www.chron.com/politics/article/texas-school-vouchers-virdell-20286629.phpOur condolences and best wishes to Denton County Commissioner Bobbie Mitchell, who was badly injured in a stabbing attack that her husband Fred did not survive on Monday morning: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/news/lewisville-stabbing-bobbie-mitchell-grandson-arrested/Progress Texas is proud to join several of our esteemed advocacy allies in supporting the Barbara Jordan Voting Rights Act: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://progresstexas.org/release-voting-rights-advocates-cheer-barbara-jordan-texas-voting-rights-act⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We're proud to welcome Mayor Ron Nirenberg as our guest for a live podcast taping in San Antonio on May 6! Please join us for a fun fundraising gathering of progressives at our Party For Progress - tickets are here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://act.progresstexas.org/a/sanantonio_mixer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The merch to match your progressive values awaits at our web store! Goodies at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://store.progresstexas.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.We're loving the troll-free environment at BlueSky! Follow us there at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://bsky.app/profile/progresstexas.bsky.social⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Thanks for listening! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://progresstexas.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

It's time to PROTEST your Property Taxes - you have until May 15th to make this happen! The questions we are asking:Is there any reason to not protest my taxes?Will it hurt me later?How much am I really saving?Does it affect my appraisal?Would you move to a different county for a different rate? and would it be worth it?!Who has the lowest and highest tax rates?In the second half of the show, it's a show down! COLLIN COUNTY versus DALLAS COUNTY! Is Collin County over hyped? Why would someone choose one over the other?! Todd, Ian and Courtney live in different counties and we're breaking down the PROS and CONS!If you are wanting to BUY or SELL this SUMMER your timeline starts now! Todd breaks down the calendar for you!Call or TEXT us with your questions for the show -214-310-0008!If you are looking for Todd's Book - LIVE FREE - The Art of the The Two Year Flip - grab it here: https://a.co/d/0ELTDeiGrab our BACKYARD ZONES Guide - Making the Most of Life in Your Back Yard! https://www.dallashomerealty.com/backyard-zones/

Plus, Collin County health officials report a person with measles could have exposed residents on April 11-12, and the parent of a student killed in the Sandy Hook mass shooting says education is just as important as security.

Karmelo Anthony, the 17-year-old accused of fatally stabbing another student at a high school track meet in Frisco earlier this month, was released from jail Monday after his bond was significantly lowered. Anthony was released from the Collin County jail about 4:20 p.m. and put on house arrest with an ankle monitor. In other news, Sen. John Cornyn has asked the Department of Justice to investigate planned Muslim-centric neighborhoods outside of Dallas over concerns that those involved could discriminate against Jewish and Christian Texans; more than five years after the redesign of a depressed roadway on Interstate 30 that separates downtown Dallas and the Cedars was proposed by the Texas Department of Transportation, project costs have nearly tripled, growing to almost $890 million; and the Dallas Wings selected UConn star Paige Bueckers with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2025 WNBA draft on Monday night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The teenager accused of fatally stabbing another student in Frisco earlier this month is set to appear in court Monday to learn whether his $1 million bond would be reduced.Karmelo Anthony, 17, has been in Collin County jail on a murder charge for more than a week. In other news, between December 2024 and March 2025, the average price per dozen jumped from $4.15 to $6.23, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Officials link these price increases to bird flu; the Agricultural industry relies on immigrant labor, but with President Donald Trump's immigration policies — including his promise of mass deportations — it could cause widespread pain and it creates an uncertain future. More than 27% of Texas farmworkers are immigrants; and U.S. consumer sentiment tumbled to the second-weakest reading on record while short- and long-term inflation expectations soared to multidecade highs on growing tariff concerns. The preliminary April sentiment index slid 6.2 points to 50.8, according to the University of Michigan, below economists' forecasts. Aside from a 50 reading in June 2022, that was the lowest in surveys dating back to the 1970s. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The boys talk home gardens and rifle calibers before diving into the current news of the day. Highlights include: Tariff Talk An eloquent history lesson from Trump Possible AOC/Bernie ticket in 2028 Playing God (plans to de-extinct dire wolves and wooly mammoths) Tragedy in Collin County, TX Barack and Big Mike marital strife Obama's failed [...]

Plus, Texas defeated TCU in the Elite Eight on Monday night to advance to the Final Four, and Garland police and the FBI are investigating after a suitcase filled with explosives was found in a wooded area.

Austin Police Chief Lisa Davis discusses new data like staffing numbers & crime data, a librarian in Georgetown High School has been threatened with termination for refusing to pull over 150 books from the school's library and Collin County residents spoke out against the proposed East Plano Islamic Center development.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a marathon public meeting earlier in the week, Las Vegas Sands Corp., the casino giant behind a proposed “destination resort” near the former Texas Stadium site, asked Irving City Council members on Thursday afternoon to strip the casino gambling portion from the proposed zoning amendment. In other news, a 400-acre campground facility in Collin County will close this summer after nearly 20 years of providing recreation and outdoor education to North Texans; Tesla is recalling roughly all Cybertrucks in the United States to fix an exterior panel that could detach while driving, the latest in a series of call-backs for the pickup. The recall covers just over 46,000 vehicles built from November 2023 through Feb. 27 of this year; reaction from folks combing through the release of tens of thousands of pages about President John F. Kennedy's assassination was that it resembled past document dumps. Much of the information contained in the pages was already public and there was no obvious smoking gun. nd Erykah Badu's fans won't have to wait until the next lifetime for new music. In a recent Billboard interview, the Dallas-born R&B legend shared that she is working on a new studio album. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is using his executive power to rip the lid off the deep state's most egregious fraud, waste, and abuse—starting with USAID. But what about Congress? Reps. Keith Self and August Pfluger join The Kevin Roberts Show to reveal how they're working to codify Trump's reforms, gut the bureaucracy, and put America back on the path to military strength and fiscal sanity. From cutting trillions in waste to dismantling Biden's radical policies, this episode breaks down the real fight for America's future.About Rep. Pfluger: Serving his third term in the U.S. House of Representatives, Congressman August Pfluger represents 20 counties in Texas' 11th Congressional District, including Brownwood, Killeen, Llano, Midland, Odessa, and San Angelo. August grew up in San Angelo, where he lives with his wife Camille and three daughters. August graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy before serving in the military for twenty years as a decorated fighter pilot and squadron commander, including two deployments to Syria and Northern Iraq. August also served on the United States National Security Council (NSC) during President Trump's first presidency and still serves as a colonel in the U.S. Air Force Reserves. In Congress, August is the first Member to represent Midland and Odessa on the House Energy and Commerce Committee. He also serves as Chairman of the Republican Study Committee – the largest caucus of conservatives on Capitol Hill – and as Chairman of the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence. Additionally, August co-founded the MACH 1 Caucus and the Texas Ag Task Force. He is a conservative Republican, a proud husband and father, and a devoted follower of Jesus Christ.About Rep. Self: Keith Self was born in a military hospital during his father's service in the United States Army and was raised in Texas.  After graduation from High School in Amarillo, he accepted an appointment to The United States Military Academy at West Point, where he began a 25-year career of service to our country.Keith's Army tours included Airborne Infantry Platoon Leader, Airborne Infantry Company Commander, Special Forces Detachment Commander and Special Forces Company Commander.  His service took him to Europe, the Middle East, and the Pentagon, where he worked on the most sensitive military programs.  He deployed to Grenada, Bosnia, Afghanistan, and Iraqi Freedom. During his career, Keith received the Master Parachutist Badge, Ranger Tab, Special Forces Tab, and Joint Staff Badge.  He retired with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.Upon retiring from the Army, Keith was elected County Judge in Collin County, TX, in 2006.  He served three consecutive terms before retiring in 2018.Keith and his wife Tracy have been happily married since his graduation from West Point.  They reside in McKinney, TX and are active members in their church and local community.

It's Monday, March 3rd, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus 40 Uyghur Muslim men deported from Thailand to China A group of 40 Uyghur Muslim men detained in Thailand for more than a decade were deported to China in the early hours of February 27th, reports Christian Solidarity Worldwide. Romadon Panjor, a Thai Member of Parliament, reported witnessing two sets of vehicles with covered windows transporting detainees from the International Detention Centre in Suan Phlu, Bangkok. The 40 men were among a group of approximately 300 Uyghurs who were detained by Thai authorities on March 13, 2014 after crossing the border into Thailand in an attempt to escape persecution in China. Family Research Council has documented that China is detaining 1.8-3 million Uyghur Muslims in Internment Camps. Mexico extradites dozens of cartel leaders to US Mexico has begun the process of extraditing dozens of high-level cartel leaders and members to the United States, including Rafael Caro Quintero, a former leader of the Guadalajara cartel involved in the kidnapping and murder of Drug Enforcement Administration agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena in 1985, reports FoxNews. The founders of Los Zetas, Miguel and Omar Morales, also known as Z-40 and Z-42, will be extradited to the U.S. as well. The extraditions were done at the request of the U.S. government as President Donald Trump's tariff deadline looms. One of the president's demands is for Mexico to crack down on dangerous cartels and fentanyl production and distribution. Psalm 37:28 says, “For the LORD loves justice; he will not forsake his faithful ones.” Pope Francis's health declining Pope Francis' health took a sudden decline today after he had an attack of “bronchospasm” resulting in his inhalation of vomit from the attack, reports LifeSiteNews.com. Trump and Vance confront Zelenskyy in Oval Office President Donald Trump berated Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for being “disrespectful” Friday in an extraordinary Oval Office meeting, then abruptly called off the signing of a minerals deal that Trump said would have moved Ukraine closer to ending its war with Russia, reports the Associated Press. Here's the key moment as Zelensky is explaining how Russian President Vladimir Putin did not keep his word. ZELENSKYY:  “[Putin] killed our people, and he didn't exchange prisoners. We signed the exchange of prisoners, but he didn't do it. What kind of diplomacy, J.D., you are speaking about? What do you mean?” VANCE: “I'm talking about the kind of diplomacy that's going to end the destruction of your country.” ZELENSKYY: (inaudible) “Yes, but …” VANCE: “Mr. President, Mr. President, with respect. I think it's disrespectful for you to come to the Oval Office and try to try to litigate this in front of the American media. Right now, you guys are going around and forcing conscripts to the front lines because you have manpower problems. You should be thanking the president for trying to bring an end to this conflict.” ZELENSKYY: “Have you ever been to Ukraine that you say what problems we have?” VANCE: “I have been to...” ZELENSKYY: “You have come once.” VANCE: “I have actually, I've actually watched and seen the stories, and I know what happens is you bring people. You bring them on a propaganda tour, Mr. President. Do you disagree that you've had problems bringing people in your military?” ZELENSKY: “We have problems.” VANCE: “And do you think.” ZELENSKYY: “I will answer.” VANCE: “that it's respectful to come to the Oval Office of the United States of America and attack the administration that is trying to prevent the destruction of your country?” ZELENSKY: “A lot of questions. Let's start from the beginning.” VANCE: “Sure.” ZELENSKYY: “First of all, during the war, everybody has problems, even you. But you have nice ocean and don't feel now, but you will feel it in the future.” TRUMP: “You don't know that. Don't tell us what we're gonna feel. We're trying to solve a problem. Don't tell us what we're gonna feel.” ZELENSKYY: “I'm not telling you. I'm answering all his questions.” TRUMP: “because you're no position to dictate that exactly.” TRUMP: “You're in no position to dictate what we're going to feel. We're going to feel very good.” ZELENSKYY: “You will feel influenced.” TRUMP: “We're going to feel very good and very strong.” ZELENSKYY: “You will feel influenced.” TRUMP: “You're right now not in a very good position. You don't have the cards right now. With us, you start having cards.” ZELENSKY: “I'm not playing cards. I'm very serious, Mr. President.” TRUMP: “You're playing cards. You're gambling with the lives of millions of people. You're gambling with World War Three!” Social Security announces significant workforce reductions The Social Security Administration is set to lay off a large number of employees, with workers being offered incentives of up to $25,000 for voluntary separation, reports The Epoch Times. Heart disease could be prevented with this one simple test After abortion, heart disease is the second leading cause of mortality. But that doesn't mean people are powerless against the condition — there are some steps they can take to help reduce the risk. In addition to adopting healthier lifestyle habits, getting a specific screening — the coronary artery calcium or CAC score — can help detect early signs of heart disease, reports Fox News. The CAC score is a specialized Computed Tomography or CT scan that measures calcium buildup in the walls of the heart's arteries, according to board-certified cardiologist Dr. Robert Segal, founder of Manhattan Cardiology. He said, "This calcium points to the accumulation of plaque that can cause heart disease." The higher the score, the more calcium in the arteries, thus a greater likelihood of a heart attack, stroke or other cardiac issue.  In 1 Corinthians 6:19, the Apostle Paul asks, “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own.”  New abortion battle opening up over state shield laws And finally, the national abortion battle is moving to a new front, and it's one that stretches across state lines, reports The Epoch Times. A telemedicine abortion provider in New York has thrust the state's abortion shield law into the spotlight, setting the stage for an unprecedented state-against-state clash on one of the nation's most divisive issues. Abortionist Maggie Carpenter of New Paltz, New York, was fined in Texas and charged in Louisiana for providing abortion kill pills to patients in the two states, where the procedure is all but banned. Judge Bryan Gantt of Collin County, Texas, ordered Carpenter to pay $100,000 in penalties, plus attorney's fees, for prescribing the abortion kill pill to a woman near Dallas in violation of Texas law. He also barred the doctor from prescribing abortion medication to future Texas patients. The February 13th ruling was made just two days after Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry signed a warrant for Carpenter's arrest and extradition to his state to stand trial for allegedly prescribing abortion kill pills to a pregnant minor. Close And that's The Worldview on this Monday, March 3rd, in the year of our Lord 2025. Subscribe by Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller urged state officials to ban the decadeslong practice of adding fluoride to public water, echoing similar calls from the Trump administration. In other news, a Collin County eye surgeon Dr. Matt Rostami is making a run to become McKinney's next mayor, joining realtor Bill Cox, former Republican state Rep. Scott Sanford and estate attorney Taylor Willingham; the Dallas Police Department said Wednesday a recommendation to hire 325 cops by the end of this fiscal year was unrealistic. They are instead advocating for the benchmark to be set at 300. Interim Police Chief Michael Igo and his leadership staff said the department may hire 280 to 300 cops this year; and Dallas sanitation officials say residents should expect delayed sanitation pickups through Friday due to frigid temperatures and icy road conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Due to the weather forecast for the remainder of the week, ERCOT, the electrical grid operator for most of Texas, issued a weather watch for Wednesday through Friday ahead of what may be the coldest temperatures of the year. In other news, Dallas-based Southwest Airlines is cutting 15% of its corporate staff, the company announced Monday. The layoffs amount to about 1,750 people; Southwest employs a total of more than 72,000 full-time or full-time equivalent workers; the jury trial for a civil lawsuit against Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones is now scheduled for Aug. 11. Last week, attorneys for both Jones and the plaintiff appeared in front of Dallas County District Court Judge Aiesha Redmond. By the end of the hearing, Redmond ruled the trial — which was scheduled for March 3 — would be delayed; and two of Collin County's largest cities will decide the future of hundreds of millions of dollars for publicly funded projects, including a slate of bond measures that would be the largest in Plano's history. In Frisco, pay for elected officials could rise substantially. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this special episode of Welcome to the Top, we sit down with Kara Shrum from the Children's Advocacy Center of Collin County (CACCC) to discuss their vital mission of providing safety, healing, and justice for children and families affected by abuse.Kara shares the impactful work CACCC does, from housing comprehensive services under one roof to empowering the community through education and advocacy. We also talk about how partnerships, like the 30-year collaboration with Collin County Area REALTORS® (CCAR), have amplified the Center's ability to bring hope and healing to thousands of families.Tune in to learn how you can support CACCC, and don't miss the details about their upcoming gala on March 29—an event celebrating the power of partnerships and the resilience of our community.

This Pink Cloud S6E2 - In this compelling episode, hosts Kelly Reverb and Chad LeMans sit down with Mr. John Roach, a distinguished Collin County judge and the visionary founder of the North Texas Veterans Court. Join us as we explore Mr. Roach's journey from veteran to advocate, discussing how his personal experiences inspired him to address the unique challenges faced by veterans in the legal system. Discover the transformative impact of the North Texas Veterans Court and how it is helping those who have served our country find justice and support. Tune in for an insightful conversation that highlights the importance of service, compassion, and community. CHECK OUT!!! - Shelia Williamson's book (Two Calls) and speaking inquires ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.twocalls.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - t shirts available at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.djkellyreverb.com/shop⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ #VeteranRecovery #SoberVeterans #AddictionRecoveryForVeterans #VeteransHealing #VeteransMentalHealth #SupportOurVeterans #VeteranSupport #RecoveryForHeroes #CombatAddiction #VeteranWellness #HealingFromWar #SoberSupportForVeterans #VeteransInRecovery #HopeForVeterans #WarriorRecovery

Season 3, Episode 6: Meals on Wheels of Collin County is creating ripple effects in Melissa, Texas (not to mention the other 26 cities across the county.) On this episode of The Front Porch, we sat down with two Meals on Wheels rock stars - Queen Ellison and Shannon Revels. Both of these amazing women have a heart for giving back, especially giving back to the elderly across the county. Think you know about Meals on Wheels? I bet you learn a few powerful things about the organization just listening to this episode, including the fact the local agency distributes 2,200 meals a day!  #thefrontporch Meals on Wheels - Collin County: WebsiteWant to Volunteer? Get InvolvedNeed Assistance? Get Help City of Melissa: WebsiteMusic: https://www.purple-planet.com

The election is tomorrow. Ann and EJ analyze early voting data while also discussing important topics such as transportation and housing.SHORT STORY #1: Election Day in Tarrant County: What to know, what to watch for and when we'll get results- Early voting up, mail ballots down compared to 2020 in Tarrant County votingSHORT STORY #2:  The State of Fort Worth's Public Transit- Lack of accountability plagues fatal Fort Worth 2021 pileupSHORT STORY #3: How 11 Texas cities made housing unaffordable — and what's being done to fix it- Rent expenses take up more than half of total income for 23% of Dallas households- Fort Worth staff request $2.7B to fund roads, parks and more in 2026 bond program- Mayor Mattie Parker's State of the City AddressBIG STORY: EARLY ELECTION RESULTS AND SENTIMENT FOR ELECTION DAY- Texas Early Vote is DONE (Chris Tackett)- Early Voting In Texas Hits 8.8 Million: The Battle For Election Day Begins- Iowa Poll- Kamala Harris 1B SurgeWINS AND LOSSES:Ann:

Kellie has a noticeable lisp and she's sharing the reason why exclusively with her podcast family.  Kellie and Allen voted early, and for the first time ever, so did Emma Kelly!  In listener email, Kellie gets chastised for sharing bad information….a teacher actually uses something she learned on the podcast with her class…and one listener turns the tables on Kellie with his own clap back. Then Allen brings it home for Jerome with a fresh new Kellie Claps Back, and Kellie's not denying she said it.  Kellie and Allen are honored to be the grand marshals for the Children's Advocacy Center of Collin County's Teddy Bear Ride. If you'd like to participate or donate, get all the details here: https://www.caccollincounty.org/tbr/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Areas around Austin, San Antonio and North Texas set records for the first day of early voting this week. But the story was different in El Paso.A Democrat won a state House seat in Collin County last election cycle – but Republicans think they can flip it back.What it means that decriminalizing small amounts of […] The post Marijuana is on the ballot in two more Texas cities appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

It's our missions focus month here at Christ Fellowship, so we'll be talking to some of our community partners. Today, meet Dana Riley from Samaritan Inn. Homelessness is a big issue in our area, and the people in need may not be who you think. Find out about all the great work that's happening at Collin County's only homeless shelter and learn how you can help.

This episode is part of our series, "Campaigning for Christians", covering the ins and outs of political campaigns, and how Christians can get involved. In this episode, Bunni is joined by a dear friend of the ministry, and courageous voice in the U.S. House, Congressman. Keith Self (TX-03). Prior to serving in Congress, Congressman Self served and retired from U.S. Army with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel, and then served as County Judge in Collin County, TX. In this conversation, Congressman Self shares his motivations for running for office at the county and federal levels, and how he and his wife Tracy navigate the drama that is politics. Support Christians Engaged's efforts to educate and empower Christians nationwide: https://christiansengaged.org/donate⁠⁠ Conversations with Christians Engaged | Hosted by Bunni PoundsListen, watch, and subscribe: https://christiansengaged.org/conversations-show Christians Engaged exists to awaken, educate, and empower believers in Jesus Christ to:▪️ PRAY for our nation and elected officials regularly▪️ VOTE in every local, state, and national election to impact our culture▪️ ENGAGE our hearts in civic education or involvement for the well-being of our local communities and our nation Learn more: ⁠⁠https://christiansengaged.org/⁠⁠Support our efforts: ⁠⁠https://christiansengaged.org/donate⁠⁠Take the PLEDGE to PRAY, VOTE, & ENGAGE: ⁠⁠https://christiansengaged.org/pledge⁠

Also, Thursday evening's scheduled execution of an Anderson County man over Shaken Baby Syndrome is on hold, and a deadly shooting in Lewisville happened in the middle of the day.

On this somewhat feisty episode of ZacCast, Patrick and Chad discuss the built-in assumptions behind our development patterns, compare development in DFW and Houston, talk traffic planning, and talk about the problems with the electricity rate-making process in Texas. Stay tuned for a semi-lighting round at the end.03:58 - Do we have some built-in assumptions about how cities grow?21:39 - DFW vs Houston: development showdown26:55 - Pre-approved development plans, yea or nay?28:59 - RE: thoroughfare planning34:40 - Electric rate-making woes58:53 - Lightning round begins!58:59 - Calling your shot on interest rate cuts60:01 - Will the #1 ranked Texas Longhorns go undefeated?LinksOne of Collin County's largest undeveloped tracts sold for massive mixed-use project (Dallas Morning-News)Plano firm buys land for 2,200 homes in fast-growing northern D-FW (Dallas Morning-News)Definition of Tizzy (Google)

If you're considering a backup generator in Denton County or Collin County, My Home Electrician explains premium vs budget options, and why you're better off going for a brand like Generac or Honeywell. Go to https://myhomeelectrician.com/services/backup-generator-installation for more information. My Home Electrician, LLC City: Pilot Point Address: 434 Edward Rd Pilot Point, TX Website: https://myhomeelectrician.com/ Phone: +1 469 901 4868 Email: office@myhomeelectrician.com

Texas is hardly a battleground state? The vast majority of races on November's Texas ballots are highly predictable, offer little to no competition and won't change the state's political dynamic; In other news, the Dallas-Fort Worth area led the country in the growth of the Asian American population from 2022 to 2023, and Collin County anchored that increase. Those who work closely with Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in the region celebrate the increase but say there's more work to be done to address the needs of the growing population, including language access and political participation; acourt hearing is set for Thursday to decide whether the State Fair of Texas can legally enforce a new policy that would prevent most people from bringing guns to the event, which kicks off next week; and the buzzy restaurants on Knox Street stole the show in Dallas over the past year, but take Knox east a few blocks and it leads to Henderson Avenue — a street that was once even hotter than its westside neighbor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

50 - What's the Most Important Issue in Policing? In this conversation, Chief Steve Dye discusses the challenges and importance of supporting and improving the wellness of police officers. He emphasizes the need for strong leadership, the impact of media portrayal on recruitment and retention, and the importance of self-responsibility and compliance in interactions with law enforcement. Chief Dye also highlights the role of community support in shaping the perception and effectiveness of police departments. The conversation explores the evolution of views on mental health and wellness in law enforcement over the years. It highlights the importance of addressing mental health and seeking help, even though it was once seen as a sign of weakness. The implementation of comprehensive wellness programs, including emotional, physical, spiritual, and financial support, is discussed. The role of leadership in modeling desired behaviors and creating a supportive environment is emphasized. The conversation also touches on the importance of relationships outside of law enforcement and provides advice for chiefs on implementing wellness initiatives within their departments. KEY TAKEAWAYS Strong leadership is crucial in supporting and protecting police officers. Media portrayal of law enforcement can impact recruitment and retention. Self-responsibility and compliance are important in interactions with police officers. Community support plays a significant role in shaping the perception and effectiveness of police departments. Views on mental health and wellness in law enforcement have evolved over the years, with a shift towards recognizing the importance of addressing mental health and seeking help. Comprehensive wellness programs that encompass emotional, physical, spiritual, and financial support are crucial for the well-being of law enforcement officers. Leadership plays a vital role in creating a supportive environment and modeling desired behaviors for officers. Building relationships outside of law enforcement is important for officers' well-being and provides a fresh perspective on life. Chiefs can implement wellness initiatives by prioritizing care for their officers, forming chaplaincy programs and peer support groups, and establishing relationships with third-party counseling services. Benchmarking the impact of wellness initiatives, such as reduced workers' comp claims and increased productivity, can help make a case for investing in wellness programs.   ABOUT OUR GUEST Steve Dye currently serves as the Chief of Police for the Allen Police Department, which is a community of 111,000 residents located in Collin County, Texas. Steve recently retired as the City Manager for the City of Grand Prairie where his responsibilities included oversight of the city's operations and its 1,900 employees. Steve is a lifelong Texan who received his Bachelor of Science degree from Sam Houston State University and his Master's from Tarleton State University. He began his police career in 1984 as the Honor Graduate of Houston Police Department Class #122 and also served with the Arlington and Garland Police Departments in various assignments including Patrol, SWAT, Narcotics, Mounted Patrol, and in the Traffic Unit as a Motorcycle Officer. Steve was an Assistant Chief in Garland and Chief in Colleyville before being selected as the Chief of Police for the Grand Prairie, Texas Police Department in July of 2011. Steve is a graduate of the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) Senior Management Institute for Police, LEMIT Command Staff Leadership Series, and the FBI's Leadership in Counterterrorism program. He previously served on the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Community Policing and Terrorism Committees, as well as Co-Chair of the Special Olympics Texas Law Enforcement Torch Run Committee. Steve founded the UNIDOS, MotorCops for Kids, and GPPD Police Youth Boxing community programs and is a published author on community policing, leadership, and innovative crime control measures. The police departments he has led have twice been awarded the IACP Community Policing Award. Steve is committed to employee wellness and the formation of stakeholder partnerships to help improve and maintain a high quality of life in Allen. Steve has been married for 33 years and he and he and his wife have two children.   ABOUT OUR HOST Conrad Weaver is an Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker, Podcast Host, Speaker, Producer, and Director with a passion for telling stories that matter. Conrad has been telling stories through documentary films for more than ten years and his films and work have taken him from the slums of Guatemala and orphanages in Ukraine, to the halls of Congress on Capitol Hill, and everywhere in between. Whenever Conrad takes on a film project he dives deep into the culture to get to know the story and become an expert on the subject. His films have won many prestigious awards including a Regional EMMY Award. Whether it's through his films or his podcast, Conrad's goal is to inspire others to live a life of meaning and purpose. You can often find Conrad putting miles on his bicycle or spending time with his wife, Jodi. CONNECT WITH CONRAD LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/conjostudios/   +++++ FIRST RESPONDER WELLNESS PODCAST Web site:  https://ptsd911movie.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ptsd911movie/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ptsd911movie/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClQ8jxjxYqHgFQixBK4Bl0Q Purchase the PTSD911 film for your public safety agency or organization: https://ptsd911movie.com/toolkit/ The First Responder Wellness Podcast is a production of ConjoStudios, LLC Copyright ©2024 ConjoStudios, LLC All rights reserved.    

Multiple agencies are investigating the death of a person whose body was found Thursday at a construction site in Princeton. A construction crew alerted police after finding a body while working in an area south of County Road 398, between County Road 394 and South Beauchamp Boulevard, according to a Princeton police news release. In other news, the Dallas Cowboys and Dak Prescott reached an agreement to make the quarterback the highest-paid player in NFL history. The Cowboys won their season opener against the Cleveland Browns 33-17 Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Carol Horton is the Founder and CEO of Lily Grace Homes, the CEO of The Ten13 Company, and on the board of directors of Habitat for Humanity of Collin County. At Lily Grace Homes, she is striving to bring a balance to beautiful design and functional living.   She brings over 15 years of experience in the residential construction industry, a strategic mindset, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. With a proven track record of achieving exceptional results in challenging markets and turnaround scenarios, she is recognized as an industry expert in residential real estate. She has spoken at the 2023 International Builders Show in Las Vegas on Automation and AI for homebuilders. Prior to founding Lily Grace Homes, she served as Chief Marketing Officer at Kindred Homes, where she successfully led a digital transformation initiative, transforming operational and sales processes. Her expertise in organizational restructuring and operational efficiencies yielded decreased overhead costs and improved overall departmental performance. She was accountable for marketing, sales, and client satisfaction. In this role, she had direct responsibility for Kindred's revenue, which exceeded $180 million, annually. She is an expert in creating comprehensive marketing strategies to increase market growth, helping Kindred Homes generate over $32 million in sales in its first year.     What You'll Learn ●      How to balance relationships and business. ●      Putting business first vs family first. ●      How to set boundaries between personal and business relationships. ●      How Carol paves the way for women leaders. ●      How to bridge the generational gap.   Timestamps ·       [04:38] Carol's background. ·       [08:48] What motivates Carol? ·       [10:26] Mixing personal and business. ·       [16:01] Best for the business vs the family. ·       [20:36] Setting boundaries between personal and business relationships. ·       [28:02] Paving the way for women leaders. ·       [35:43] When you're being treated differently. ·       [37:52] Learning to be a better leader. ·       [41:00] Bridging the generational gap.   Memorable Quotes ·       “The business as a whole, the entity, is family.” – Carol Horton [17:56] ·       “Family actually has to be held to a higher standard.” – Carol Horton [19:33] ·       “The single greatest thing you could do as an employer is help your employees, in their personal life, grow.” – Carol Horton [45:17]   Websites fambizforum.com. www.chrisyonker.com. Carol Horton. lilygracehomes.com.

Plus, a Collin County case is forcing courts to take a look at how autism impacts criminal cases in Texas, and a man drowned after celebrating his baptism in Lake Waxahachie over the weekend.

I sat  down with Chris Lamm, the owner of NTX Electric in Wylie, Texas. Chris shares his journey from starting in commercial construction to becoming a job site superintendent, and ultimately owning his own company. Chris emphasizes that it doesn't take much more effort to excel in the skilled trades. He's a firm believer in the principle of “8 hours work for 8 hours pay,” but he also highlights that a little extra effort can significantly boost your growth as a tradesman. Hard Work Pays Off Chris talks about the importance of staying updated with new tools and technologies in the skilled trades. He believes that those who continuously learn and adapt are the ones who advance and get the raises on job sites. Despite facing a challenging $80,000 lawsuit over outstanding payments from a major $200,000 job, Chris remains optimistic. He has spent over $12,000 in legal fees but is determined to overcome this hurdle and continue growing his business. Opportunities in the Trades With one million unfilled trades jobs in the USA and $1.7 trillion in student loan debt, Chris highlights the immense opportunities in the skilled trades. You can earn nearly $60,000 right after high school by pursuing a career in this field. NTX Electric offers a range of services, including new construction, residential, commercial, and remodels. They also specialize in landscape and tree lighting, serving the Collin County area in Dallas-Fort Worth. If you're interested in applying to NTX Electric, visit: [NTX Electric Careers](https://ntxelectric.com). Sponsored by Leak-Pro This episode is proudly sponsored by **Leak-Pro**. Leak-Pro offers cutting-edge solutions for leak detection and repair. Visit [Leak-Pro](https://leak-pro.com) for more information. --- Tune in to gain insights from Chris Lamm and learn how you can elevate your career in the skilled trades with dedication and the right mindset! _________________________________________________________________________________ Tradesmen built America. This is the "Blue Collar Channel"... Where you can listen to the top tradespeople around the world. Everything you need to learn about getting into the trades, becoming the best tradesman, starting your own business, and using networking and social media... To GROW in the trades!!!!

It will be sunny and hot again today with a high of 98. Clear skies and warm tonight with a low of 80. Heat Index values will be between 105 and 112. Not much change is expected in our forecast for the next several days. High temperatures will range from 100 to 103 through the weekend and much of next week; A judge in Collin County district court on Wednesday dismissed a sexual assault lawsuit against Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott.; Dallas officials could ban horse-drawn carriages, making the city among the largest in the country to outlaw the equine-powered rides; officials of the private company operating Fair Park won't pay the salaries of nonprofit employees tasked with raising funds for improvements after the nonprofit's board suddenly reinstated its CEO; and how much do Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders make per game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a Text Message.Jason Otts is the Founder and Lead Agent for Ottsome Realty Team, the #1 Real Estate Team, in the #1 Real Estate office in Collin County, at Keller Williams Allen.  Jason has been involved in many capacities in the Real Estate Industry, including structuring and building the Sales and Marketing Team for one of the largest property management companies in the US, OneProp Leasing and Property Management. Jason owns and operates two successful short term rentals, and teaches classes to investors looking to add STR's to their portfolio. Committed to creating an OTTSOME Experience for all of his clients, Jason has grown the team to 5 licensed agents, and an admin staff, working all of the North Texas area.  Jason, along with his wife Neysa, have four children, Ally, Carter, Livy, and Penelope, and currently reside in Wylie, TX.   For fun, Jason plays pickleball, and has won GOLD in several tournaments. Husband, Father, Leader, Partner, Mentor, Coach, and Investor are all titles that Jason wears proudly! If you would like to connect with Jason you can visit him at www.ottsome.com or Facebook.

Sarah Anne Walker was a top selling real estate agent for DR Horton Homes in Collin County, Texas. She was bubbly and energetic and tackled work the way she did everything; with an upbeat and positive attitude. But on July 8, 2006 her life ended when a predator stabbed her over 30 times. Thanks to eye witnesses and DNA, her killer would be caught and held accountable. We're Now On Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/CousinsOnCrime Check out our NEW merch store! https://cousinsoncrime-shop.fourthwall.com/? Instagram: @CousinsonCrimePodcast Email: CousinsonCrime@gmail.com Theme Music by AleXZavesa Sources: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/texas-executes-kosoul-chanthakoummane-for-slaying-of-dallas-real-estate-agent-sarah-walker/ https://www.myplainview.com/news/article/Man-arrested-in-killing-of-real-estate-agent-8646710.php https://youtu.be/Lz6Yu6pnnBU?si=H05e7kw4MlLXgDoJ https://tcadp.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/Joe-Walker-Profile-Voices-of-Texas.pdf https://www.pomc.org/murder-wall/sarah-anne-walker-40-years-old/ https://www.the-sun.com/news/6005407/who-is-kosoul-chanthakoummane/

Both the governor and legislature of Texas have hoped to drive more business to Texas, but previously, businesses have expressed concerns over the potential for difficulties in navigating courts across Texas's 254 counties. Now, a centralized system of business courts will open September 1, 2024, to serve businesses in the most populous areas of the state. Judge Emily Miskel and Marcy Hogan Greer talk with Rocky Dhir in detail about how these courts will operate and what businesses and attorneys should expect. Judge Emily Miskel has served as judge of the 470th district court of Collin County, Texas, since the court was created in 2015. Marcy Hogan Greer is the managing partner of Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP, a nationally recognized appellate boutique firm.

Both the governor and legislature of Texas have hoped to drive more business to Texas, but previously, businesses have expressed concerns over the potential for difficulties in navigating courts across Texas's 254 counties. Now, a centralized system of business courts will open September 1, 2024, to serve businesses in the most populous areas of the state. Judge Emily Miskel and Marcy Hogan Greer talk with Rocky Dhir in detail about how these courts will operate and what businesses and attorneys should expect. Judge Emily Miskel has served as judge of the 470th district court of Collin County, Texas, since the court was created in 2015. Marcy Hogan Greer is the managing partner of Alexander Dubose & Jefferson LLP, a nationally recognized appellate boutique firm.

Plus, bars and restaurants across North Texas have reaped the financial benefits of deep playoff runs by the Mavericks and Stars, and the northbound HOV lane will close on Central Expressway in Collin County.

In this episode of Money Tales, our guest is Derrick Miles. Like many of us, Derrick has experienced the highs and the lows during his pursuit of happiness and purpose. Starting from humble beginnings, Derrick's mom always encouraged him to dream big. He believed that becoming a CEO and making a lot of money would bring him happiness, and while he achieved that dream and made millions, Derrick felt like he was living paycheck-to-paycheck. He couldn't figure out why he wasn't happy. In a brave move to find himself, Derrick decided to try his hand at entrepreneurship, hoping to create a legacy for himself and his family. Things didn't go smoothly. Just when life seemed darkest, his friends stepped in to support him. Their help and encouragement pulled Derrick out of his lowest point and gave him the strength to keep going. Derrick is founder and CEO of CourMed®. In addition, Derrick is Chairman and Founder of TMB Equity Partners (executive team are former healthcare executives with 15+ years of experience); a boutique firm focused on investing/developing innovative healthcare solutions that achieve a liquidity event within five years. He is also a multiple patented inventor. Derrick received both an MSHA (#1 program in the country) and MBA from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He also holds a BA in Medical Technology (minor in Chemistry) from Bethune-Cookman University. Derrick received a certificate in Lean Healthcare from the University of Michigan and is enrolled at Stanford University working toward a professional certificate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Derrick is married with two sons; his family lives in Collin County, TX and Dade County, FL.

Plus, the union that represents American Airlines flight attendants rejected the latest contract offer, and a Collin County man was sentenced to decades in prison for arson.

Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas: Lt. Governor Dan Patrick told a Christian talk show this weekend that he thinks Christian theology should provide the basis of government in Texas: https://www.dallasnews.com/news/politics/2024/05/13/lt-gov-dan-patrick-says-christianity-is-needed-more-than-ever-in-texas-politics/ Houston-area U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls is under investigation by the U.S. House Ethics Committee for apparantly paying himself rent from his campaign funds: https://www.khou.com/article/news/politics/national-politics/rep-troy-nehls-ethics-campaign-funds/285-f04829af-59d1-4635-80b2-5b0a9160f409 An 18-year UT Austin instructor has been arrested and fired over his participation in pro-Palestinian protests on that campus last month: https://www.texastribune.org/2024/05/10/texas-ut-lecturer-arrested-fired-palestinian-demonstration/ ...Another protest followed Saturday night's commencement exercise at UT: https://www.statesman.com/story/news/education/graduation/2024/05/12/university-of-texas-graduation-ceremony-followed-by-pro-palestine-protest-calling-for-ut-divestment/73611801007/ Steven Monacelli exposes a scheme by a Collin County school district to establish its own voucher program: https://x.com/stevanzetti/status/1788021731434623001?t=9V-Y0Wfp-8B3NyBMwGXpkg&s=03 ...The elaborate details: https://christackett.substack.com/p/the-complex-voucher-scheme The tiny Panhandle town of Clarendon's City Council has unanimously rejected a proposed abortion travel ban: https://www.texastribune.org/2024/05/10/texas-panhandle-abortion-travel/ For the second year running, Texas leads Forbes' ranking of the worst states in the U.S. for mental health care: https://www.forbes.com/advisor/health-insurance/worst-states-for-mental-health-care/ A public forum will be held on May 20 by the Texas Medical Board on proposed exceptions to Texas' near-total ban on abortion: https://x.com/hannahnorton89/status/1785054901661216800?s=12&t=Bt_w1MN2AlTfFkWGHJiOJg Progress Texas could use your help in funding our trip to June's Texas Democratic Convention in El Paso - thanks in advance! https://progresstexas.org/donate It will soon be time to vote in the May 28 primary runoffs! https://www.texastribune.org/2024/04/26/texas-voting-2024-runoff-elections/ Progress Texas invites progressive candidates to share their views with us - which we'll then share with our statewide audience - via our Certified Progressive questionnaire: https://progresstexas.org/blog/progress-texas-certified-progressives-2024-progressive-values-questionnaire Instagram users: be sure to enable political content on that platform, which has begun opting users out: https://x.com/ProgressTX/status/1771276124498100667?s=20 Thanks for listening! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work this election year at https://progresstexas.org/.

An 11-story Dallas-owned office tower that housed some city permitting department workers but closed last week due to building concerns had fire code violations during at least three city inspections in February and April, records show. Texas teachers who are trained through intensive residency programs will soon get extra recognition; the lawsuit accusing Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott of sexual assault was dismissed Friday at the plaintiff's request but will be refiled in Collin County; Police in Plano seized some 4,100 tampered gift cards this month in a far-reaching crime ring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jake Schumann and Micah Cano have been best friend since kindergarten. I've known Micah for a couple years as he manages the gym I go to. We often share trail camera images and talk about the big bucks we hope to run into. However, when he showed my a photo of a giant Collin County [...]

In this Real Estate News Brief for the week ending December 2nd, 2023... what the Fed thinks of the latest inflation report, how much home you can buy with a conforming loan in 2024, and where you'll find a hot housing market and mushrooming population growth...   ...I'm excited to share this next story with you about a Texas market that is expanding rapidly. It's an area north of Dallas, in Collin County, which is attracting businesses and new residents at a very fast pace. According to the Texas Demographic Center, the county's population is expected to double by the year 2060.   Why are people and businesses flocking to this area? One - Texas is a business-friendly state, and two - there is no state income tax. The good news there. As Collin County Commissioner Susan Fletcher says: “With an average of 100 people per day, these new residents don't just bring their cars, they also bring additional need for services and facilities impacting all areas of county government.”   This headline confirms what our RealWealth team has already discovered – that this area is a market that's growing with people who will need homes. We have already put our chips into that basket, with a rental fund in the North of Dallas area. My Dallas-area partner is overseeing the purchase and renovation of those homes. It's a way to get the benefits of owning rental property without the job of being a landlord. You do need to be an accredited investor to participate, and the fund is closing soon. You can find out more at growdevelopments.com.   You can read about that story and the others by following links in the show notes at newsforinvestors.com. While you are there, sign up for a free RealWealth membership. You'll have access to hundreds of webinars, articles, and real estate professionals that can answer your investing questions. And please remember to subscribe to this podcast, and leave a review!   Thanks for listening! -Kathy Fettke   Links:   1 - https://www.marketwatch.com/story/powell-says-premature-to-speculate-on-when-interest-rates-will-be-cut-6bef7a3e?mod=home-page   2 - https://www.marketwatch.com/story/inflation-slows-again-the-feds-preferred-price-tracker-showed-24b53bf3?mod=economy-politics   3 - https://www.cnbc.com/2023/11/29/us-gdp-grew-at-a-5point2percent-rate-in-the-third-quarter-even-stronger-than-first-indicated.html   4 - https://www.marketwatch.com/story/feds-beige-book-finds-economy-has-slowed-and-inflation-too-2a488392?mod=federal-reserve   5 - https://www.marketwatch.com/story/jobless-claims-tick-higher-continuing-claims-highest-in-two-years-704183e3?mod=economy-politics   6 - https://www.marketwatch.com/story/new-home-sales-drop-in-october-to-much-lower-level-than-expected-3c8934eb?mod=mw_latestnews   7 - https://www.marketwatch.com/story/u-s-home-prices-climb-for-seven-month-in-a-row-to-a-record-high-case-shiller-says-0c0d79b4   8 - https://www.marketwatch.com/story/construction-spending-climbs-again-fueled-by-government-spending-and-public-works-db3e8cc3?mod=economy-politics   9 - https://www.freddiemac.com/pmms   10 - https://www.fhfa.gov/Media/PublicAffairs/Pages/FHFA-Announces-Conforming-Loan-Limit-Values-for-2024.aspx   11 - https://therealdeal.com/texas/2023/11/20/collin-county-population-could-double-by-2060/   12 - https://www.reuters.com/graphics/USA-ECONOMY/FED/lgpdwawwzvo/

Glenn lays out the situation with Liberty Safe and the late-night update that proves your voice matters. North Dallas and Collin County failed to bring the death penalty to a man accused of killing 22 elderly seniors for their jewelry. South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem joins to discuss the political persecution of Trump as Trump is set to hold his first rally in South Dakota since he was in office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Glenn dives into the definition of sedition and how the political Left has jacked that word to prosecute political rivals, subverting the Constitution in the process. Trump's RICO case is nothing but a thought crime. Glenn lays out the situation with Liberty Safe and the late-night update that proves your voice matters. TheBlaze senior editor Daniel Horowitz joins to discuss how North Dallas and Collin County failed to bring the death penalty to a man accused of killing 22 elderly seniors for their jewelry. South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem joins to discuss the political persecution of Trump as Trump is set to hold his first rally in South Dakota since he was in office. Glenn and Stu blast New York City Mayor Eric Adams for attacking Texas for busing illegal immigrants to the sanctuary city.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices