Perspectives

Texas Ed. Agency releases annual report

Sat, 02/10/2024 - 12:00am

The Texas Education Agency’s annual report was released last week. It indicates per-student funding in the 2021-2022 school year averaged $14,928 per student, up 42% since 2011. However, state funding has only risen slightly in the past decade, while local funding has increased substantially.

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WHY DO FOOD SHORTAGES OCCUR?

Wed, 02/07/2024 - 12:00am

Dear Heloise: I keep hearing that there is a global food shortage affecting over 238 million people around the world. What is causing this, and is there anything we can do to help people who are experiencing food shortages? -- Lorraine Y., Scranton, Pennsylvania Lorraine, there are about three main factors that contribue to food shortages: -- Conflict: This is the main reason for food insecurity. It disrupts food sources from reaching their intended market and cuts into income, which all lead to higher food prices. It is also considered a weapon of war when food is cut off. A starving population will, in time, surrender.

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Standoff at border continues between state and feds

Sat, 02/03/2024 - 12:00am

A standoff at an Eagle Pass park continues as the Department of Homeland Security has sent a second letter to Gov. Greg Abbott demanding access to the Rio Grande park that is now under state control.