Opinion

Body “In a great big land of freedom, at a time we really need ‘em/They don’t make ‘em like my daddy anymore.

Body Gov. Greg Abbott said Sunday he’s likely to instruct the Texas Legislature to investigate early warning systems and other governmental responses to July 4 flash flooding that killed at least 82 people in the Hill Country.

Body “A Classic Childhood Pastime Is Fading,” blared a recent headline in “The Atlantic.” The article lamented the fact that the number of youngsters (ages 7 to 17) who report having ridden a bicycle at least six times in the past year has fallen by nearly half since the Nineties.

Body Dear Editor, As a mother, my greatest desire is to provide a loving and nurturing environment for my children. However, my journey has been marred by accusations from Child Protective Services (CPS) since I was 17 years old.

Body The passage of the state’s first voucher program means homeschool families in Texas will soon be eligible for up to $2,000 to use toward educational costs such as tutoring or curriculum.

Body Long ago, I learned speed-eating to fit junior high yearbook editing into my lunch break. My first two dates with my wife featured the Bonanza Steakhouse buffet.

Body CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS Gov. Greg Abbott just before the midnight deadline Sunday vetoed a bill on THC products and said he would call a special legislative session to regulate products containing the substance, the Austin American-Statesman reported.

Body “Rescue me/ Ah, take me in your arms…” – as performed by Fontella Bass.

Body CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS Gov. Greg Abbott says he got everything he pushed for during the Legislature’s 89th session, which ended on June 2.

Body “All day I’ve faced a barren waste/ Without the taste of water/ Cool but over-priced water…” – Apologies to the Sons of the Pioneers. According to the New York Times, “fine water” is starting to give fine wine a good stomping.