What to know if you’re using NFC’s (and you probably are)
NEWS FROM THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU If you have a smartphone purchased in the last few years, it almost certainly came with NFC capability. The technology allows users to effortlessly transfer money, share files and knock out a growing list of other tasks. But that data transfer can create vulnerabilities. What exactly is NFC? NFC…
Read MoreVehicle inspections no longer required
CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS Drivers will no longer be required to get annual safety inspections beginning Jan. 1, the Texas Standard reported. However, drivers in the state’s 17 most populous counties will still be required to get an emissions test in order to register their vehicles. While mandatory vehicle inspections are going the way of the pay…
Read MoreTessie’s Two Cents
OPINIONS TWO CENTS Dear Tessie, I had my mother-in-law over for the holidays and she just couldn’t say enough about how much she hates our son’s long hair. My husband said to let it go, but I’m still furious that she thinks it’s ok to talk like that about a kid. – Carly Dear…
Read MoreSquirreling Along
SLEEP IS IMPORTANT It seems fairly simple up front: sleep is important. When you don’t get enough sleep, it’s pretty easy to tell. But just how important is sleep, and what happens when you don’t get enough? Sleep is actually vital for your overall health. Your body and mind take this time to rest and…
Read MorePARTY POTATO POT
It’s always good to have a simple but tasty recipe for potatoes in your toolbox. Try this one for your next party, like the name implies, or for just a weeknight meal. From St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Church ’40th Anniversary,’ 1997 4 C. mashed potatoes 1 C. sour cream 1 8oz. pkg. cream cheese,…
Read MoreWilliam Robert “Billy Bob” Ringer
William Robert “Billy Bob” Ringer, 47, died from ALS on Monday, December 9, 2024. He was born on November 9, 1977 to Bert Ringer Jr. and Shirley (White). He is preceded in death by his father and survived by his mother and brother Trey. He is also survived by his daughter Emaleigh (Teri Lynn Roberts),…
Read MorePetra Zuniga Rodriguez
Petra Zuniga Rodriguez, 95, died on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. She was born on June 29, 1929 to Doniciana Corona Zuniga and Jose Esqueda Zuniga in Pearsall. She is preceded in death by her parents, her sister Virginia Martinez, her son Candido Salinas, and her baby daughter Ana Maria Rodriguez. Petra is survived by her…
Read MoreAlma June Avant Hooper
Alma June Avant Hooper, 86, died on December 22, 2024 in Caldwell, Texas. She was born on November 23, 1938 to Alvin Basil Avant and Margaret Elizabeth Marley, in Woodward, Texas. She is preceded in death by her parents, brothers Vernon “Sleepy” Avant, Alvin Eugene Avant, sister Kathryn Rose Avant, sister-in-law Betty Gulley Avant and…
Read MoreHelp people connect
From James Keith Director, Public & Government Relations During the holiday season many companies, small and large, depend on your business to stay open year-round. We all have our favorite shops for handmade goods or flavors we can’t resist. At Workforce Solutions Alamo (WSA) we want to help make sure they stick around. Every day…
Read MoreCCSCT seeks applicants for board of directors
The Community Council of South Central Texas is looking for applicants to fill two vacancies on its board of directors. Seats include the 1 Low-Income Sector Seat and the 1 Elected Official Seat. Applicants for the the 1 Low-Income Sector Seat are not required to be low-income, but must have experience working with or understand…
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