All Entries in the "Turner Telegram" Category
Turner Telegram: Back to School
In a few weeks, public schools across Texas will open their doors for a new school year for millions of children across our state.
Turner Telegram – A First for Everything
I never really played sports as a kid, and the few times I did, it wasn’t always pretty. OK, it never was. So I was simultaneously excited and terrified when I was recently invited to throw out the first pitch at a Texas Rangers game.
Rebates, HOAs, Ft. Bliss & Memorial Day
[ May 28, 2010; 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. June 4, 2010; 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM. 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM. June 5, 2010; 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. ] It’s been a busy few weeks in House District 96. Last week, we wrapped up a series of community seminars and town halls, with nearly 100 attending our Lower Your Utilities Costs seminars in Arlington and Fort Worth.
A New Look!
[ May 15, 2010; 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. ] This week we have a new look to the Turner Telegram, our bimonthly email reporting news from around southern Tarrant County and my work as the State Representative for House District 96. I hope you like it!
Turner Telegram: A Healthy Dialogue
“In a time when politics seems to be defined by people shouting at each other on cable talk shows and negative TV ads, it was refreshing to simply take part in a conversation about the future of our state.
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Turner Telegram: Time to start thinking big.
We all know that Texas is big. We’re taught at an early age (I think it’s in the state curriculum for first grade) that everything is bigger in Texas.
Remembering Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Next week, our nation observes the birth of the great civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The legacy and lasting impact of Dr. King’s work and timeless words have a tremendous impact …
Turner Telegram: Thanksgiving Edition
It has been a busy few weeks in District 96! The Texas Lottery Commission began selling the Veterans Cash scratch-off game across the state …
Turner Telegram: Constitutional Amendment Edition
On Tuesday, November 3, Texans will cast the final votes for 11 amendments to the Texas Constitution.
Turner Telegram: Sales Tax Holiday, Huguley Hospital and Young Leaders
Students who are committed to being responsible citizens and making a difference for their school and community …
Turner Telegram: Around the District
Lisa and I had a great time seeing some familiar faces and meeting many new people … 3 World War II veterans (including 2 Tuskegee Airmen).
Turner Telegram: Sine Die Edition II
As a result of the failed school finance plan the Legislature passed in 2006, school districts across Texas saw their funding frozen, with no allowances for inflation. While some were reluctant to tackle publics school finance this session, the Legislature recognized the need to make real changes, right now
