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The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The Austin insider crowd has pulled out all stops to ensure it, the power crowd, chooses Texas' next Comptroller of Public Accounts instead of voters. But don't worry, these extreme and legally questionable measures can still be overridden by voters in the Primary Election. It may all be legal, may, but it stinks and it worries me that Hancock doesn't smell that bit. Abbott Backs Kelly Hancock as He Steps Into Comptroller Office Veteran state Sen. Kelly Hancock to lead comptroller's office after Glenn Hegar departs for A&M The Texan interview: Kelly Hancock on His Bid for Texas Comptroller When you cut corners for personal gain (to obtain an office,) it's a reliable sign that you'll cut corners in that office to obtain personal gain or benefit friends.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.More Texas employment records set.RIP: Lubbock's Beneva Boren.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Incoming transmission from The Magic Story Podcast! Harless and Natalie introduce you to the Edge: Magic's far-out, science-fantasy setting. Here, you'll meet ages-old faiths, do battle with cosmic entities, and search for a long-lost cat. To make sure we don't get lost in our journey through the Weft, Worldbuilding Game Designer Laurel Pratt will be our guide through the Sothera system and its mysteries. Fire up your spacecrafts and enter a brand-new horizon of Magic. Read the Story: MTGStory.com Preorder Now: Edge of Eternities 

Join us on Silver and Black Today for an action-packed episode diving into the latest Las Vegas Raiders news! In Segment 1, we break down the buzz around Geno Smith, hailed as a "massive upgrade" at quarterback by an NFL executive. Discover how his reunion with Pete Carroll and fit with stars like Brock Bowers could lead to 7-8 wins in the AFC West. In Segment 2, we tackle free agent rumors, including Justin Simmons as a potential fix for the Raiders' secondary, and react to the Jermaine Pratt signing—why some fans are wrong to hate it! Plus, we answer your calls on defensive needs and predict the Raiders' 2025 outlook. Will they hit 10 wins? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The man arrested over threats at the Texas Capitol last Saturday says he feels “set up.” The lack of charges and the way it wall was handled make you wonder if he is right. He is correct in asserting that the entire matter needs investigation.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.The “felony” charges brought against Ken Paxton have now been dismissed. Pratt on Texas listeners have been the most informed, correctly, on this matter from the moment it broke.We visit with star of the stage, Glenn Polk about his upcoming farewell performance as Peter the Rock at the Ragtown Gospel Theater.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Texas loses one at the U.S. Supreme Court and it's a bad decision as the dissent points out. And, Texas wins one indirectly with the victory for Tennessee. SCOTUS Tosses Texas' Legal Challenge to NRC's Spent Nuclear Fuel Storage License Supreme Court Blocks Texas Lawsuit Over Nuclear Waste Site US Supreme Court Sides With Federal Agency in Nuclear Waste Storage Case Court upholds Tennessee's ban on certain medical treatments for transgender minors – a great win for morality and sanity! Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Texas sins 12th Gold Shovel Award for outstanding job creation and capital investment from Area Development magazine.Is Abbott playing cute with the law and his own opinion as Attorney General in the appointment of a replacement for Comptroller Hegar? It sure looks like it. Abbott's Push For Interim Comptroller May Contradict His Own AG Opinion Texas Comptroller Likely Pick Would Avoid Unlawful Appointment Sen. Hancock now expected to resign from the Texas Senate to work at Office of the Comptroller before taking the reins Other campaign news:  Fort Bend County Judge KP George joins GOP as he faces felony charges – another Woodfill project that is likely bad Webb County Judge Tijerina creates committee to explore running for TX28 to challenge Rep. Cuellar. Dallas County GOP Censures 2 House Reps and Speaker Burrows Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Jeff Pratt - "The Importance of Repentance" | This message was from our 10:00 Service on June 15, 2025. To dive deeper into today's sermon, check out our "Beyond the Sermon" episode released every Wednesday.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Choosing an attitude of victimhood, especially seeing everything through the lens of race, leaves a person as, or more, poisoned than one who is a nasty racist bigot. A Bexar County-Court-At-Law judge is claiming that the only reason another Democrat is planning to run against her in next year's Democratic Primary, is due to her being black. It's as nasty to impute racism into someone else with no evidence for such as it is to be racist.And then there is this other bit showing today's Texas Democratic Party is a friend and promoter of perversion and communism: Texas Democrats Elect Socialist, “Pan-sexual” Vice-Chairman for Finance.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Threats at the Texas Capitol on Saturday are said, by Governor Abbott, to have come from an armed man who was on Capitol grounds. KXAN reports on who sources say is the now arrested man.Lubbock County budget talks show the same old thing: County Judge Curtis Parrish wants more raises for himself and other officials than do commissioners and, Sheriff Rowe wants tons more money and personnel. However, something missed is this: Why doesn't UMC pick up the tab for the deputies? It has massive cash reserves and huge earnings. (Congrats to the AJ for actually having a meaningful news story – it happens rarely these days.)Election integrity stories that blend together: Key Election Security Efforts Met Resistance in the Texas House Attorney General Ken Paxton Opens Investigations into 33 Noncitizens for Illegally Voting in the 2024 Election MyPillow's Mike Lindell found liable for defamation, ordered to pay $2.3 million FBI gives Congress intel on alleged Chinese plot to create fake mail-in ballots in 2020 – “…in fact, another agency, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, had intercepted nearly 20,000 fake licenses around the time the intelligence came in a possible corroboration of the report, officials said.” Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Nerd News Star Wars Marvel DC  SRY FOR THE DEALY IN EPISODES, OUR LAST WEEK IN GEEK COULDNT BE RELEASED DUE TO TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES Intro & Heist 7:50 Steve Rogers has the Iron Man Suit, Tony Stark has Captain America's super serum. What happens? 11:30 Team Tom vs Tom Chris (Spiderman Venom & Loki VS Captain America Star Lord & Thor) Holland, Hardy, Hiddleston VS Evans, Pratt, Hemsworth 15:15 48 Hours to survive order 66. Where do you go, how do you survive? 18:35 The Death Star and realistic Human Resources 22:20 Action Movies & Classic Video Games Socials:  @whysosidiouspod   Twitter  -  Instagram  -  TikTok  -  YouTube  Subscribe, Like, or Comment to interact & request topics! This video is not affiliated with or endorsed by Marvel. All characters and images are the property of Marvel Comics and are used under fair use for commentary/review purposes.This video is not affiliated with or endorsed by DC. All characters and images are the property of DC Comics and are used under fair use for commentary/review purposes.Send us your questions/comments!Support the show

Dave and Alex welcome Philip Redrick on the show and we talk and his running journey, coaching at the JuCo level and how he continues to develop his program and himself personally!

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: In Harris County speech, Governor Abbott hints at a possible special session call to attack taxpayer-funded lobbying as, once again, even a watered down bill didn't get out of the Texas House.And, the Republican Party of Texas is planning to push forward with a “closed” primary which would require advance registration in order to vote. Officials concede the matter will likely end up in court.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Two stories on the upcoming U.S. Senate race in Texas: Will a Colin Allred, Beto O'Rourke Senate primary showdown energize or hurt Democrats? – a strong primary helps a party. US Senate battle: Will Rep. Wesley Hunt shift Texas GOP primary race? – I think a lot of voters will like Hunt but when it comes time to vote, they'll vote for a proven track record conservative. Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

This week on Comfort Zone... Ever had dreams of booze? We unpack those, delve into Tom Hardy's intriguing MySpace past, and ask the burning question: Is Chris Pratt... a Pratt?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: After lifetimes of supporting strong centralized federal power, the confused and angry take to the streets to now tell us they oppose strong centralized federal power.Under Biden and Obama, they were all for a president ignoring immigration law and importing millions into the country without due process and now, they are all against enforcing the laws passed by Congress when it relates to immigration. On this issue, the Austin American-Statesman has a piece that a reasonable person could take as encouraging rioting – or at least planning for such to be a part of one's “protest” actions.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Aaron Reitz resigns from top Trump DOJ post to run for Texas Attorney General in the Republican Primary.TX23's Rep. Tony Gonzales draws GOP challenge from Cotulla rancher.The Bernie Sanders leftist clown show is coming to Fort Worth soon.Local sales tax numbers released. Look up your city here.Abilene officials cut voters out of the process, vote to raise property taxes with CO bond debt issue. Note how, once again, the story is written to focus on the cyber attack and mention the tax increase way down in the text.Oil and gas drilling rig count falls.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

  O parte a votanților polonezului Rafał Trzaskowski care a pierdut cursa pentru prezidențiale vorbesc despre „alegeri falsificate.” Presa poloneză scrie că mai multe comisii electorale au greșit raportările, dar un analist în statistică spune că aceste greșeli nu ar putea schimba rezultatul votului. Între timp, premierul Donald Tusk este tot mai criticat că nu oferă soluții de viitor după ce coaliția sa a pierdut alegerile. Donald Tusk s-a adresat parlamentarilor miercuri, 11 iunie, pentru a solicita un vot de încredere. În mai puțin de o oră, a vorbit pe larg despre munca deja realizată de guvernul său și, într-o măsură mai mică, despre planurile sale de viitor. În esență, am aflat următoarele: „Continuăm ca înainte, pentru că a fost bine”, scrie pentru wiadomosci.gazeta.pl, Marta Nowak, gazda podcastului „Ce va fi?” „Va exista o remaniere guvernamentală,” menționează jurnalista citându-l pe Donald Tusk. „Alegerile s-au transformat într-un plebiscit privind popularitatea guvernului – un plebiscit care a fost pierdut. În mai, 44% dintre polonezi aveau o opinie negativă despre guvernul Tusk, în timp ce doar 32% l-au susținut,” menționează autoarea. Cel mai frapant lucru este altul, mai citim în articol. Prim-ministrul a promis o remaniere majoră – atât a personalului, cât și a structurilor – fără a oferi cel mai mic detaliu: vor fi create noi ministere? Care vor fi desființate sau unite? Care miniștri își vor pierde portofoliile? Cine îi va înlocui? Toate acestea rămân zvonuri și speculații. Autoarea ne spune „Și ce lipsea…” din discursul premierului. Donald Tusk promisese informații „clare” despre situația politică post-prezidențială; nici parlamentarii, nici poporul nu le-au primit, conchide jurnalista. De menționat că Donald Tusk a  obținut votul de încredere al parlamentului. Analist statistică: greșelile la raportarea voturilor în Polonia nu ar schimba rezultatul https://wiadomosci.wp.pl/pomylki-w-liczeniu-glosow-oto-wyliczenie-kto-zyskal-nawrocki-czy-trzaskowski-7165854592170656a Controversele legate de „alegerile falsificate”, așa cum le numesc alegătorii lui Rafał Trzaskowski, se agravează, relatează wiadomosci.wp.pl.  Amploarea erorilor comise în timpul numărării voturilor a fost verificată. Potrivit analistului de date statistice Jakub Kubajek, dintre cele douăsprezece comisii electorale care ar fi raportat greșit rezultatele celui de-al doilea tur al alegerilor prezidențiale, șapte au greșit în favoarea lui Karol Nawrocki și șase în favoarea lui Rafał Trzaskowski. După ce a calculat cifrele favorizate de erorile comisiei, Kubajek a subliniat că amploarea erorilor nu ar fi afectat rezultatul final al alegerilor. O astfel de eroare a avut loc, printre altele, la Comisia 95 din Cracovia, unde voturile pentru Nawrocki și Trzaskowski au fost inversate. Bulgaria este foarte aproape de ridicarea obligativității vizelor pentru Statele Unite Iată un subiect din vesti.bg care îl citează pe ministrul de interne, Daniel Mitov. Oficialul bulgar a mers în vizită în Statele Unite. „Facem din acest lucru o prioritate absolută, iar guvernul nostru este mândru să vadă progrese semnificative”, a declarat Mitov după o întâlnire cu subsecretarul Departamentului pentru Securitate Internă, Christopher Pratt. O nouă întâlnire tripartită între Statele Unite, Comisia Europeană și Bulgaria va începe în această săptămână, în cadrul căreia vor fi discutate aspecte tehnice ale planului de lucru. În decembrie, se așteaptă ca administrația Trump să ofere o evaluare a progreselor realizate până în prezent. „Am invitat reprezentanți ai Departamentului pentru Securitate Internă să efectueze o misiune în țara noastră”, a anunțat Mitov. „Pe lângă problema vizelor, secretarul adjunct Pratt și cu mine am discutat și probleme de securitate la două dintre cele mai aglomerate frontiere din lume - frontiera bulgaro-turcă și frontiera SUA-Mexic,” a mai declarat ministrul bulgar.   Strategia Comisiei Europene pentru regiunile frontaliere din Statele Baltice Letonia și alte țări de frontieră din Europa de Est speră la un sprijin special din partea Comisiei Europene nu doar pentru întărirea securității granițelor, dar și pentru implementarea de programe pentru dezvoltarea regională, citim în www.lsm.lv. Comisia Europeană (CE) a elaborat o strategie pentru regiunile de frontieră estică. Aceasta va fi prezentată miniștrilor statelor membre la o reuniune din Polonia, la sfârșitul lunii iunie. În această săptămână, vicepreședintele executiv al Comisiei, Rafael Fito, vizitează regiunea de frontieră estică a Letoniei. Acesta discută cu autoritățile letone despre  un fond destinat infrastructurii, securității și atragerii întreprinderilor. Acesta ar putea fi înființat încă din noua perioadă de planificare, care va începe în 2028.     Au participat la Revista Presei Europa Plus: Marcin  BROZEK, Polonia Filip WALICKI,  Polonia Rostislava RUSEVA, Bulgaria Aļina KAMINSKA, Letonia

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Noted space historian Robert Zimmerman of behindtheblack.com(he really did write the Encyclopedia of Space) joins us to talk about about the private sector race to build space stations and much more.But first, Zimmerman has very critical words for Texas Senator Ted Cruz and the NASA budget. I am a big supporter of Cruz but Zimmerman is correct on this one.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Raiders' 2025 Expectations: 10 Wins? Offensive Firepower? + Germaine Pratt Signing Breakdown! 0:00 - Intro & sunburn woes 0:47 - Raiders countdown to opening day 1:59 - NFL offseason: the most dangerous time for players? 3:22 - Why NFL teams can't fully protect players 5:37 - Who's most/least likely to get in trouble on the Raiders? 7:29 - Raiders burger challenge + spicy food & aging 11:23 - Question of the Day: Realistic expectations for Raiders 2025 12:58 - Soto's 10-win prediction explained 15:46 - RJ's focus: Offensive identity and cohesion 20:56 - Building for this year vs. long-term rebuild 21:56 - Raiders offensive roster breakdown 23:18 - The Dont'e Thornton factor 25:06 - Jack Bech's physicality at WR 26:49 - Why the Raiders offense could be elite — even if rookies bust 28:06 - Key OTA observations that matter 31:12 - Veteran leadership and team buy-in 31:44 - Germaine Pratt signing breakdown 33:00 - Why the LB room now makes sense 34:53 - Pratt's fit in a Pete Carroll defense 37:13 - One-year linebacker experiment explained 41:12 - How should the Raiders spend their remaining cap space? 43:39 - Should the Raiders wait for late DB cuts? 46:48 - Raiders vs. Bengals roster philosophy 50:06 - Shaquill Griffin visit discussion 50:13 - Fun segment: Strip club Yelp idea 52:06 - Mark Davis movie hype 53:03 - Soto's drinking rules this season 56:58 - Why this Raiders season feels different 58:24 - Ashton Jeanty's fantasy stock

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Dadio, Hodgie, and John give the legendary linebacker a proper sendoff. Hodgie is afraid of Rodgers in black and gold. And no one is on the side of Bengals' management in these contract negotiations. Support the show: https://patreon.com/dhsports

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Demonstrating that even Texas Democrat leaders must hope for the spectacle of rioting, San Antonio's leftist mayor is furious at Governor Abbott's preemptive call-out of the Texas National Guard for planned pro-criminal illegal alien protests.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Several campaign stories including: Rep. Mitch Little Considering AG Run Will Hancock Replace Hegar — and Trigger a Senate Race? Annise Parker to run for Lina Hidalgo's Harris County judge seat Bexar County Judge Ron Rangel considers campaign run for DA Good riddance: Texas says goodbye to temporary paper license plates in July.Woman wins 5-year battle for compensation after SWAT damaged her Texas home. Well, not yet. McKinney will likely appeal yet again.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: There is a push from the Trump camp for Texas to consider mid-decade redistricting to aid in picking up more Republican seats in Congress. The rumor that such might be considered has been around for a while but now there has been a meeting of Texas Republican members of Congress to discuss such. At present there is not much enthusiasm for such and it comes with big risks. At present, under current conditions, I don't expect much to come of it but, if Governor Abbott were to get aboard, he'd be the one to set it in motion with a Special Session call which would need to be in July, or the very earliest days of August fit time constraints.The New York Times broke the story: White House Pushes Texas to Redistrict, Hoping to Blunt Democratic Gains Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.City of Abilene officials looking to make home ownership that much more out of reach with another property tax increase. Has anyone actually run the numbers to demonstrate a total net savings, over principal and interest costs, from the proposed “energy improvements?” Most often these things do not produce a net savings.So much of the reporting on arrests by ICE is cleverly misleading propaganda. This Houston Chronicle story is an example: ICE agents arrest 3 people at southwest Houston immigration court. I explain why it is misleading to most as well as why the objections are silly.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

With Jermaine Pratt and Jaire Alexander recently released by their respective teams, The Rooster breaks down how each could potentially fit into the Commanders' defensive scheme and what their additions might mean for the team's future. Later in the hour, we hear sound from Shemar Stewart and Joe Burrow, as questions swirl around the Bengals' front office and their slow handling of key contract negotiations, decisions that could heavily impact Cincinnati's long-term success.

Off the Bench Is Going on Haitus. We will return for the Football Season and be back better than ever!   On June 9, 2025, the Cincinnati Reds triumphed over the Cleveland Guardians with a 7-4 victory at Progressive Field, securing the Ohio Cup for the first time since 2014. The Reds, led by manager Terry Francona, unleashed an offensive barrage, amassing 16 hits. Jake Fraley shone with three hits, including a home run, while TJ Friedl also went yard, boosting the team's morale. Wade Miley delivered a solid pitching performance, and Pagan sealed the win with a strong close. This victory marked the Reds' fourth straight win, improving their record to 34-33 and pushing them above .500 for the first time since May 19. The Ohio Cup, a symbol of Buckeye State bragging rights, was clinched after the Reds dominated the season series, including a sweep of the Guardians earlier in May. Fans celebrated the return of the trophy to Cincinnati, with social media buzzing about the team's momentum. Friedl humorously noted the cup could hold “two and a half 12-ounce Coors Lights,” adding a lighthearted touch to the achievement. This win signals the Reds' growing confidence as they aim to close the 6.5-game gap behind the NL Central-leading Cubs. On June 9, 2025, the Cincinnati Bengals released linebacker Germaine Pratt, a team captain and their 2024 leading tackler with 143 tackles. The move, reported by NFL Network's Tom Pelissero, saves $5.6-$5.9 million in 2025 cap space but incurs $2.3 million in dead money. Pratt, a 2019 third-round pick, requested a trade in February after defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo's departure, signaling discontent with the new scheme under Al Golden. His release, following a career-high season with two interceptions and two forced fumbles, weakens a defense already criticized for allowing 30+ points against top offenses in 2024. The Bengals aim to replace Pratt with younger talent, including second-round pick Demetrius Knight Jr. and fourth-rounder Barrett Carter, alongside free agent Oren Burks. However, transitioning to rookies risks inexperience at a critical position, potentially exacerbating defensive struggles. Fans on X expressed dismay, fearing a further decline in defensive performance, while some see Pratt landing with Anarumo's Indianapolis Colts. The Bengals' shift to youth and speed, as noted by director Duke Tobin, prioritizes long-term flexibility but may hinder immediate competitiveness in a tough AFC North.

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In the show's final hour, the guys break down 2 local standouts in the NFL who got released today, and if Dan Morgan should look at signing both CB Jaire Alexander and Germain Pratt, or are we just wishing upon a star?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Non-assimilating immigrants, illegal and legal, are showing the American people who they are and why it is dangerous to life and property, as well as society and our country, to not have strict, effective border enforcement.The rally this weekend in San Antonio shows two things: One, who is organizing these rally/riots. And two, how LULAC has fallen and needs to drop the “C” from the end of its acronym. The group seems to have abandoned the last word in its name: Citizen. Trump moves fast to save LA from a 1992 repeat Progressive states that care not for laws or the border are the ones tearing us apart Related: Texas Marine vet fighting for life after being shot, paralyzed by illegal migrant. Note how the Leftist San Antonio and Bexar County machine did little to nothing about the illegal alien despite multiple encounters with law enforcement and violating bail and probation.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Gina Ortiz Jones wins San Antonio mayor race. Another Leftist Democrat emerges from the Bexar Co. political machine ticking the woke boxes of homosexual, minority, woman, and likely many others.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Tammy Lewis and Ashtyn Pratz, the duo who stunned the arena and left AT&T Stadium with $64,000 as the 2025 WRWC Team Roping Champions.At just 16 years old, Ashton roped like she was born for the big stage—calm, confident, and completely unfazed by the pressure. This wasn't her first WRWC buckle, but it was her first time on the heading side. After switching ends and navigating a tough season, she found her stride with Tammy—and together, they put down a run that brought the crowd to its feet.Tammy Lewis is no stranger to the winner's circle. A veteran in the women's rodeo world, she's been roping since before opportunities like this even existed. From winning breakaway and heeling titles in the early 2000s to jackpotting across the country, Tammy's story is built on grit, consistency, and a love for the game. This time, it all came together in a one-header for $60K—and she made it count.We talked about the pressure in the box, the tough steers in the short round, and the roar of the crowd that shook AT&T Stadium. And yes, we covered the fun stuff too—like Ashton's dream of becoming a tuna fishing captain and Tammy's world-class skill of changing a flat tire in under five minutes. (Seriously.)This conversation is for every woman who's juggled dreams with real life, who's had to reinvent herself mid-season, or who's just waiting for her moment in the spotlight. Because whether you're 16 or 60, pro or challenger, there's a place for you in the winner's circle.Pull up a seat, listen in, and get inspired by Tammy and Ashton—because they didn't just win a check, they proved that opportunity meets preparation in the most unforgettable ways.In The LOOP Podcast hosted by Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, is inspired by the western culture and breakaway roping lifestyle. This podcast highlights the raw, real, truth behind the box of the breakaway roping industry. Bringing you behind the scenes stories of what real life looks like everyday from; breakaway ropers, cowgirls, cowboys, producers, leaders, trailblazers, and the like, all sharing stories of the western culture and lifestyle that they live daily. In The LOOP Podcast & Fabrizio Marketing LLC are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. Get In The LOOP Podcast with Jordan Jo Get the Newsletter at | www.inthelooprodeo.com/ Like us on Facebook | www.facebook.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjo Tag us on Instagram | www.instagram.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjo Follow us on TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanjo.hollabaugh Watch more on our Youtube Channel Watch on Youtube @ JordanJoHollabaugh ...

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: One of the key issues that Rep. Ken King and the BurrowCrat House leadership made sure did not get record votes was one overwhelming supported by Democrat and Republican voters in Texas: Banning taxpayer funded lobbying. Cutting Out the Middleman: The Effort to Ban Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying in Texas House Leadership Blocking Ban on Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying, Says Texas Lawmaker Taxpayer Funded Lobbying: Failing Texas Children Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Oil and gas drilling rig count falls.Prompted by this story (New $10.5M Houston Police Department Training Center Will Not Require Taxpayer Funding,) and this, I talk about the fallen morality and integrity of so-called civic and business leaders who, instead of doing it themselves, often force their “vision” of a city, its downtown, and many other things onto the shoulders of taxpayers whom, in many cases, simply cannot afford to pay for things no matter how wonderful.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Trump Administration sues Texas and wins over Texas' unfair and “unconstitutional” in-state tuition for illegal aliens program. It all happened fast yesterday evening. I have opposed this program from the beginning and it has been terribly frustrating that the House has continually stopped the repeal of the program. Catch up on it all: Judge Blocks [Illegal] Migrants From Getting Texas In-State Tuition Texas court sides with DOJ, prohibits in-state tuition for undocumented immigrants Charlie Geren's in-state Tuition for Illegals OVERTURNED Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Special guest Eddie Dixon joins me in-studio to discuss recent and current projects including the mounted Quanah Parker piece now at the famed Briscoe Western Art Museum in San Antonio (click this link for a brief bio of Dixon and a photo of the installed piece.)Here are photos of the clay model from Eddie's studio before it was cast. Thanks to “great” photographer Jody Smyers for the light painted photo. Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Former Mayor Lightfoot takes to the Hideout stage and find her inner Bernie Sanders. Hey, every ex-mayor has one. Okay, not Rahm. Or Daley. But still. Ben riffs. Gregory Pratt annotates Lightfoot's comments on such subjects as Gavin Newsom, Mayor Rahm, Lincoln Yards, the 2020 summer of disorder and the best way to deal with Trump. Also what did the mayor say to Greg when they ran into each other on the street. Greg is a reporter for the Tribune and the author of the City Is Up For Grabs, a book about Lightfoot's four years as mayor. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Report shows that despite all the rhetoric from Governor Abbott and other state leaders, Texas itself is not participating with ICE under 287(g) agreements. This despite a bill that was just passed, SB 8, that sort-of (with no teeth) makes the state's sheriffs participate. What a flim-flam on all of us. Read the story, even DPS testified again the the bill.“According to Texas DPS data, more than 443,000 criminal noncitizens have been booked in Texas jails, The Center Square reported. Yet DPS and TDCJ have signed no MOAs with ICE.By contrast, Democratic-led Arizona's Department of Corrections and Massachusetts Department of Corrections are participating in the JEM.”Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Gun rights, Second Amendment bills that passed the Legislature.Texans will no longer be able to use food stamps (SNAP) to buy candy, soda. And, no “lab-grown meat” in Texas.Governor Abbott signs the bail reform measures that passed – not enough did including the most important related measures in SJR 87.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Taylor County Republican Party Chairman Ryan Goodwin joins us to explain why the TCRP has begun a Rule 44 censure process against HD71 State Representative Stan Lambert of Abilene. A formal meeting the public may attend is set for Monday, 9 June 2025 at 7 p.m. at  the MCM Elegante hotel.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.State sales tax collections come in strong for May.Nolte: Sen. John Cornyn's Reelection Poll Numbers Worsen. More hints from voters that Cornyn should retire.Key items, not previously covered, out of the 89th Legislature: Texas to expand voting on weekends for next presidential election – Two bad things here. We don't need more early voting and election workers need the break before the Tuesday Election Day. Also, holding Early Vote results until Election Day vote is counted is ridiculous. Conflict of Interest? House Republicans Urge Abbott to Veto Appraisal Board Bill. – This is a terrible Democrat bill that Stan Lambert and others voted for. It is a terrible conflict of interest. Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

What You'll Learn:In this episode, hosts Shayne Daughenbaugh, Andy Olrich, and guest Steve Spear discuss the evolution of industry, emphasizing the importance of cultural shifts driven by Lean thinking. They interview Steve Spears, a senior lecturer at MIT Sloan, who highlights the role of innovation in organizational transformation.About the Guest:Steve Spear is a senior lecturer at MIT Sloan, founder of the software firm See to Solve, and author of Wiring the Winning Organization (with Gene Kim) and The High-Velocity Edge. His work, featured in Harvard Business Review, MIT Sloan Management Review, and The New York Times, focuses on solving complex organizational challenges through innovation, systems thinking, and technology.Spear's ideas have shaped product design at Pratt & Whitney, accelerated pharma development cycles, and optimized operations at firms like Intel, Alcoa, and DTE Energy. He has advised the U.S. Army's Rapid Equipping Force and the Navy's Chief of Naval Research, aiding in tech deployment and operational innovation.Links:Click Here For Steve Spear's LinkedInClick Here For "See to Solve" Website

Jeff Pratt - "The Pursuit of Happiness" | This message was from our 10:00 Service on June 1, 2025. To dive deeper into today's sermon, check out our "Beyond the Sermon" episode released every Wednesday.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Today endeth the 89th Texas Legislature as the 140 days have come to an end. Three big bills that were thought to be likely to pass did not. One of them puts election integrity in Texas in peril and is a handout to the “community organizers” of the Left; another is a big surprise to the public school folks as the effort to end the STAAR test failed at the last moment, and; the third is that a much needed judicial pay raise bill failed all because the old problem of legislators having linked their substantial pensions (yeah, I know you thought they didn't really get paid) to that of the state's judges.But, they did manage to spend a bunch of money and provide a meaningful property tax relief package (it could have been much larger.)Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Bad news: U.S. Supreme Court declines to hear GOP activist's lawsuit challenging Texas Ethics Commission's lobbying fine.Attorney General Ken Paxton Secures Major Victory Against Border NGO Allegedly Harboring Illegal Aliens. The ruling from the Texas Supreme Court is very interesting, read it here.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: More coverage from the final days of the 89th Texas Legislature which must end on Tuesday, 2 June.Election integrity still in jeopardy; a bill passes stripping school districts of asserting Sovereign Immunity in sexual abuse cases, and; much more including: Gun Rights Advocates Achieve Big Legislative Victories Legislation on school funding, water, land ownership advances  SB 4 & SB 23 Head to Gov's Desk, Part of $10 Billion in Property Tax Cuts & Relief Concrete Plants, Microchip Manufacturers Fight in Closing Days of Legislative Session New rules over state employees' ability to work at home are on their way to becoming law Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Governor Abbott names student regents for state universities.Oil and gas rig count.Border and illegal immigration news including: 600-foot protective buffer zone established around Anson's Bluebonnet Detention Facility Supreme Court Lets Trump Strip 500,000 Migrants Of Legal Status Illegal Aliens, Texans Arrested in 29 Count Drug Trafficking Indictment Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Bills that have passed; bills still in play, and; bills that were killed or failed – another update in these closing days of the 89th Texas Legislature.Also, you'll hear from Senator Bettencourt and Lieutenant Governor Patrick on the successful property tax relief package that has passed. We are very fortunate that the House decided to largely go along with the Senate's focus on increasing the Homestead Exemption. You can watch the full press conference from this afternoon here.Other items covered: Paxton Urges Texas House to Pass Legislation to Ensure the Prosecution of Voter Fraud and Uphold Election Integrity TPPF Urges Members to Oppose House Bill 2512 Gov. Abbott Signs $16B Housing Fix, HB 21 to End Abusive Housing Finance Tax Deals Sen.Bettencourt's SB 38 to End Texas' Squatters Crisis Heads to Gov's Desk to Become Law! Texas to expand how schools discipline students HB 4 Passes Senate 23-8 to Restore A-F Ratings, Replace Outdated STAAR, & Halt Lawfare ‘Orphan' oil wells targeted in new law headed to Gov. Abbott's desk State Lawmakers Approve Judicial Pay Raise, New Transparency and Accountability Standards $1.5B investment in Texas' film program headed to Gov. Greg Abbott's desk – Investment!? Give away to the movie industry. Local Gun “Buyback” Ban Heads to Abbott's Desk Texas House Kills Bill That Could Have Saved 19,000 Babies a Year– more on this travesty in this story:  Abortion pill crackdown, trans ‘bathroom bill' die in Texas House Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Houston Ends Traffic Stop Quotas in Unanimous VoteListen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

The Light Gate Welcomes GUEST: Researcher, author, astral traveler Gerard M. Pratt Date: May 26, 2025 Time: 5-7 pm pacific / 8-10 pm eastern Episode 109 Discussion: The out-of-body experiences and research of Gerard M. Pratt Tonight, The Light Gate is honored to welcome researcher, author, and astral traveler Gerard Pratt. Gerard's journey began in Liverpool, England, but in 1980 moved with his family to West Afrida. After completing school in 1988, at age 16, he enlisted in the British Army. In 1990, he was deployed to Northern Ireland, learning much about conflict and resilience. He enjoyed a distinguished 25-year career in the British Army Reserves, specializing in military railway operations and infrastructure support. Gerard's true passion is exploring astral projection and out-of-body experiences. He believes that transcending the astral plane connects him with intelligent ethereal entities and spirits, providing insights into the mysteries beyond the veil. His fascination with the paranormal began in childhood, marked by vivid apocalyptic visions and the unforgettable memory of witnessing a silver, metallic, disc-shaped craft soaring over his Liverpool home. Determined to uncover the truth behind unidentified anomalous phenomena, Gerard is deeply invested in Human-Initiated Contact Experiences or close encounters of the fifth kind (CE5s.) He is actively involved in his local CE-5 group and embraces opportunities to connect with like-minded individuals at spiritual events and conferences. Gerard activity enhances his clairvoyance at a local psychic development circle, engages in group meditation and passionately pursues the development of his psi abilities. Throughout this journey, he has had the privilege of attending physical mediumship seances, where he has witnessed extraordinary phenomena such as the levitation of objects, apportation, and the remarkable materialization of spirits into solid matter. He lives with his wife and two children in Liverpool. He is a frequent guest on paranormal podcasts, and he is the author of the upcoming book, “The Astral Traveler: Guardians of Light & Shadow.” LINKS: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gerard.pratt.16 Website: https://gerardpratt.com

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: A big deadline for the Texas House passed this morning and as usual, many good bills died because leadership waited until the very end of the session to get to work hearing and voting on bills. I review key items that failed and passed including: Texas bill allowing colleges to pay athletes OK'd in Senate Automatic Denial of Bail for Certain Violent Crimes Narrowly Fails in Texas House –  absences give Dems a big win that will cost lives Bill that holds local governments accountable to follow state law allowed to time-out in the House “The People's Veto” Approved by Texas Legislature Texas lawmakers say state documents must list biological sex (the only kind of “sex” there is!) Senate Passes Women's Bill of Rights “Anti-Red Flag Act” advances in House Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Dallas Fed report on the Texas Service Sector and retail sales.Space historian Robert Zimmerman of BehindtheBlack.com joins us to explain what went right and wrong in yesterday evening's SpaceX Starship & Superheavy launch test from Starbase, Texas.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

In this episode, we sit down with Erich Pratt, Executive Vice President of Gun Owners of America, for a powerful discussion on the state of the Second Amendment, firearm policy, and the ongoing fight to protect gun rights across the country. Erich brings years of experience in advocacy, legislation, and grassroots mobilization to the conversation—offering expert insights into the challenges gun owners face in 2025.We cover everything from federal and state-level firearm legislation to the cultural and political battles surrounding the right to bear arms. Erich shares GOA's mission, strategies, and what listeners can do to defend their rights and push back against overreach.Whether you're a seasoned firearms advocate or just beginning to explore your Second Amendment rights, this episode delivers vital information and clear takeaways you won't want to miss.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: It's the final days of the 89th Texas Legislature. Here are some of the late breaking items covered today: Texas Poised to Enforce Age Verification on Apple, Google App Stores House Approves Legislation to Protect Students From Sexual Content – or how the Leftist media characterizes it: Texas Legislature poised to implement sweeping restrictions on school libraries. $2.5 Billion Water Infrastructure Deal, Additional 20-Year Annual $1 Billion Struck Texas Legislature moves to observe daylight saving time year-round – federal law would have to change first Tort reform: New limits for personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits may become a reality in Texas. ERCOT would get a ‘kill switch' for large consumers under bill passed in House Democrats kill bill to stop bum encampments in Texas cities Dems run down the clock to defeat Texas ‘SAVE' act and Lege's most-restrictive abortion bill. – two important bills and who controls “the clock?” House leadership does. Leftist press pretends that “transgender” folk have special “rights” that Republicans are “targeting.“ Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Texas manufacturing production steady – Dallas Fed report.Texas Lottery scandal now includes guilty pleas in federal investigation. But lawmakers didn't have the guts to shut it all down.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Welcome back from what we hope was a wonderful Memorial Day Holiday Weekend.  We're grateful to be back in the studio. We kick things off today with a look at the Consumer Confidence Report...and there is good news here for the first time in months. In other news, The tariffs are on, tariffs are off, on, off...it's so confusing. There's a new contract for some 3,000 workers at Pratt & Whitney based in Connecticut. More news about U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel comes your way today. We'll share the numbers from Wall Street with you and the retreat from DEI efforts is leaving many out on a limb.  For the conversation you'll meet Kevin Anderson who is the president and CEO of L. Grace Brands.  It's a highly entertaining conversation we think you'll enjoy.  But, first the news. Thanks for listening! The award winning Insight on Business the News Hour with Michael Libbie is the only weekday business news podcast in the Midwest. The national, regional and some local business news along with long-form business interviews can be heard Monday - Friday. You can subscribe on  PlayerFM, Podbean, iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher or TuneIn Radio. And you can catch The Business News Hour Week in Review each Sunday Noon Central on News/Talk 1540 KXEL. The Business News Hour is a production of Insight Advertising, Marketing & Communications. You can follow us on Twitter @IoB_NewsHour...and on Threads @Insight_On_Business.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The House and Senate are working in these final days of the 89th Texas Legislature with the House working all through the weekend. There is much to catch you up on and that includes the stories below plus much more on the show: House approves bill to save beleaguered Texas Lottery, here are the changes House committee pushes Texas [un]Ethics Commission out of sunset safety net bill Texas foods win round in fight over labeling high-fructose corn syrup as unfit for humans Texas bill OK'ing homes on smaller lots resurrected in House Bill banning DEI in public schools, tightening parental control clears House School Prayer Times and Classroom Ten Commandments Legislation Pass Texas Legislature, Head to Abbott House agrees to subsidize film industry with our money up to $300,000,000 per biennium Texas public universities on verge of having new restrictions after House approves plan Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.5th Circuit rules against library-libs in Llano: Library patrons have no First Amendment right to force libraries to include their points of view. This is an important and correct ruling and its reasons are well expressed in the opinion.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

In this episode of The Phat Pratt Chat, we're giving you a peek behind the curtain. What are we really focused on right now as a business? What are those bigger-picture convos happening in our meetings?We break down the three main areas we're doubling down on:Trainer-to-member ratio on the floorProgram design and creativityMarketing If you're into the business side of fitness or just curious what we're working on to improve your experience, this one's for you.

Over seven years of Meg's life was like being in a prison day after day, little was in her control. In the beginning she thought it'll pass, life will get better, but year after year the punishment just got added to earlier means of torture. The physical abuse was scary and many times she didn't think she'd survive, but the mental controlling games destroyed her from the inside out. She couldn't escape her mind. If there was a moment of peace it was quickly replaced with some form of his evil game that never let her forget that this wasn't a nightmare, it was her life. She would torture myself on especially hard days by playing the “if I had only” or “I wish I would have” game. Meg Grett-Pratt is a survivor of abuse – she experienced emotional, financial, sexual, physical, and stalking abuse. Meg studies digital forensics, and is an advocate for victims of domestic and sexual assaults and volunteer for victim crisis hotlines. Her goal is to help prevent and put an end to abuse and violence in relationships. In episode 571 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Meg decided to go to Colorado Mesa University, early warning signs of an abusive relationship, understanding the more subtle forms of abuse — emotional, digital, and financial, what are common “green flags” or signs of healthy relationships, how students can safely set and enforce boundaries in a relationship, how to help a friend may be in an abusive or controlling relationship, how technology changed the way abuse shows up in college relationships, what Meg's healing journey look like, and what tools helped her the most.

22 Judas (not Iscariot) said to him, “Lord, how is it that you will reveal yourself to us and not to the world?”  23 Jesus answered him, “Those who love me will keep my word, and my Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them. 24 Whoever does not love me does not keep my words, and the word that you hear is not mine but is from the Father who sent me.   25 “I have said these things to you while I am still with you. 26 But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything and remind you of all that I have said to you. 27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid. 28 You heard me say to you, ‘I am going away, and I am coming to you.' If you loved me, you would rejoice that I am going to the Father, because the Father is greater than I. 29 And now I have told you this before it occurs, so that when it does occur you may believe.” 

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Much from the 89th Texas Legislature in its waning days filled with deadlines. There is a big stack of items related to government public schools: It's Time to Truly Protect Our Kids from Obscene Materials – SB 13 Lawmakers Look to Slash School Superintendents' Severance Pay – HB 610 Lawmakers begin negotiations on how to scrap the STAAR test Texas schools should get more flexibility on student discipline, Senate decides Also, Rep. Ken King's name comes up again as the person blocking key conservative legislation: Bill to stop flow of abortion pills into Texas clears House panel.Other bills mentioned: Senate hears HB 229 on defining sex terms in state law Texas bill requires health records list sex assigned at birth – moronic, ignorant people at the Texas Tribune; people are not “assigned” their sex at birth. People are born male or female. Time Running Out for Senate To Pass GOP-Backed Bill Ending In-State Tuition for Illegals SB 1333 passes the House with changes – deals with squatters Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.UT-RGV sued for allegedly discriminating against non-Spanish-speaking professors.Trump Admin. backs Texas A.G. Paxton's antitrust suit against financial titans to ‘Protect Coal.'Oil & gas rig count falls.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

Chris Salem is an accomplished CEO, executive coach, world-class speaker, award-winning author®, certified mindset expert, radio show host & media personality, and wellness advocate mentoring business leaders and organizations to scale their brands and business by raising their level of influence as trusted advisors. In addition, he works to help guide them toward solutions for enhancing corporate culture, improving workplace communications, and increasing employee engagement. His book Master Your Inner Critic / Resolve the Root Cause – Create Prosperity went international best seller in 2016. He also co-authored the recent edition to "Mastering the Art of Success" with Jack Canfield. His weekly radio show Sustainable Success is part of the Voice America Influencers Channel. Chris has worked with organizations such as JP Morgan – Chase, Ralph Lauren, Microchip Technologies, Anthem, Raytheon, Pratt & Whitney, United Healthcare, GE Research, US Senate, FDA, US Census Bureau, Hubbell Corporation, and NYPD Forensics Department including universities such as University of Hartford, Bay Path University, Westchester Community College, Worcester State University, and spoke on overcoming limited beliefs for peak performance at Harvard University's Faculty Club. www.Christophersalem.com

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The Texas House gets it right, does not cave into the fallacy that selling THC to get people “high” is a productive “industry” we must save in Texas. I talk about this and the good role of Senator Perry and the bad role of Rep. Ken King.Other key items from the Legislature: Texas lawmakers OK bills on handgun licenses, cryptocurrency, AI abuses Texas House passes bill clarifying abortion ban exception – unnecessary and pleases the baby killers because it opens up a way to make more and more abortion legal. House Advances Legislation to Block Local Abortion Travel Funding Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Attorney General Ken Paxton Urges Congress to Pass National Constitutional Concealed Carry LegislationFrom the border and illegal immigration stack: 60 Illegal Aliens Convicted for Illegally Entering Trump's National Defense Area in Texas $12 billion for border spending reimbursement added spending bill in Congress Twice-Deported Sexual Predator Arrested Again At Texas Border VIDEO: Gunman Kills Top Mexico City Officials – but La Presidenta says “no help needed!” Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Report says a deal has been struck on the now $8.5 billion increase in funds for Texas public schools between the House and Senate.On the get-high THC front, where Rep. Ken King and other House members are working hard to keep THC-infused drinks and edibles for sale in Texas (shameful!,) the bill was postponed again yesterday and the House adjourned without hearing it. You really should read: Fight heats up over hemp-based THC on eve of House vote as Lt. Gov. Patrick weighs in Veterans, Parents, Liquor, and Beer: The Complicated Lobby Fight Over Texas' Proposed THC Ban Other items covered from the Legislature include: Rep. Ken King is still blocking the Texas Women's Privacy Act - call his office at 512-463-0736 and ask for a hearing of SB 240. Effort To Remove the Marvin Nichols Reservoir Project From State Water Plan Dies in House Texas passes bill to protect utility workers from assault Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Number of 'Sanctuary Cities for the Unborn' Grows to 58; Big Sandy passes full ordinance.As promised, this link: Northside ISD sued over teacher's alleged 'Go back to Africa' comment.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Texas House passes property tax relief package and we're lucky they went mostly with the Senate's version. Bail reform passes the House finally but not until Democrats significantly watered it down.And today is set to be the big “Rope, not Dope” vote on THC and hemp. See these two stories to get an idea of what a mess Rep. Ken King has the House in: Fight heats up over hemp-based THC on eve of House vote as Lt. Gov. Patrick weighs in Veterans, Parents, Liquor, and Beer: The Complicated Lobby Fight Over Texas' Proposed THC Ban Other items from the 89th Legislature mentioned: Texas State Fair Legislation Protecting 2A Rights on Public Property Advances from House Committee – contact members of the Calendars Committee immediately and demand it be set for a vote on the House floor. Special Interests Pressuring Abbott to Veto Real Housing Reform: Why HB 21 Deserves to Become Law – correct Schools could only use B.C./A.D. date system under Texas bill – important and needs to pass. House bill orders Reese Technology Center to strengthen partnership with Texas Tech Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Double Anti-Wimp Update: Armed robbery fails due to armed victim One home invader killed, another arrested Harris County DA dismisses charges against prominent Republican donor Dr. Steven Hotze previously charged by Kim OggHackers give Abilene, TX one week to pay ransom after cyber attack.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com