Scott Joplin was an early musician who transformed much of the landscape of popular music in the early 1900s. Though many details of his short life are uncertain, his impact on early American music is undeniable.
On Oct. 7, Israel was attacked by Hamas terrorists from the Gaza Strip. It was an act that horrified the world. Gunmen gunned down unarmed dozens at an outdoor concert, murdered elderly Holocaust survivors, broke into homes to murder and kidnap civilians. The long list of atrocities committed cannot be repeated in a family newspaper. Hundreds of unarmed civilians were killed, including more than a dozen Americans. Once again, Israel has become the focus of violence in the Middle East as it launches its response in an effort to defend itself.
My name is Karen Whatley and I am a member of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA). I am a retired Texas public school employee and educated Texas children for 27 years with TRS.
Gov. Greg Abbott, just hours after the Senate initially approved a school voucher measure, said he would add teacher raises and increased public school funding to the ongoing special session agenda if the Texas Legislature passes his voucher plan, the Texas Tribune reported.
For the 30th consecutive month Texas showed job growth, reaching just under 14 million jobs and outpacing the nation in its annual rate of employment growth, according to the Texas Workforce Commission.
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