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Consider tax-smart charitable gifts

Consider tax-smart charitable gifts

As we enter the annual season of giving, you might be thinking of charities you wish to support. But you also might be wondering how to gain some tax benefits from your gifts. 11/27/2024 10:02 AM

Capital Highlights

Capital Highlights

Gov. Greg Abbott issued three executive orders last week targeting the Chinese government and the Chinese Communist Party, The Dallas Morning News reporte Abbott said the orders were intended to protect Texans of Chinese descent from “harassment and intimidation” by the Chinese Communist Party and government, and to fight threats to state security. 11/27/2024 10:01 AM

Capital Highlights

Capital Highlights

More than 1,500 bills filed as session approaches Texas lawmakers last week filed more than 1,500 bills ahead of the next legislative session, which begins Jan. 14. The Houston Chronicle reported the proposed measures cover a range of topics ranging from border security to abortion access, education and other issues. 11/20/2024 10:03 AM

Run Your Race

Reflecting on a recent trip spanned multiple highways and many emotions, I’m reminded of the complexity and beauty woven into daily experiences. Picture this: an early morning start, setting out on a road I’ve driven before, guided not just by memory but now by the steady voice of GPS, leading me into a day full of emotions as unpredictable as the winding roads ahead. 11/20/2024 10:03 AM

Giving Thanks

Hello everyone! Hope you’re having a great day! 11/20/2024 10:03 AM

Capital Highlights

Capital Highlights

With Republicans regaining majority control of the Senate, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, is making his bid to become that chamber’s majority leader. U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, had previously announced he would step down as party leader. Republicans will hold at least a 53-45 edge in January, with Senate races in two states still undecided as of Friday morning. 11/13/2024 10:04 AM

Worn-Out Bible on the Dashboard

Worn-Out Bible on the Dashboard

I was out on the streets recently, with scripture cards in one hand and a few food gift cards in the other, ready to share some encouragement with those I’d meet. I spotted an older model SUV parked on the side of the road, and I walked right up to the open passenger window, fully prepared to hand over a few gifts of God’s love. But what I didn’t anticipate was the reaction! 11/13/2024 10:04 AM

How can you plan for incapacity?

How can you plan for incapacity?

We all hope to enjoy long, healthy lives, retaining the ability to think clearly and make our own decisions. But life doesn’t always work out that way — which is why you need to prepare for a potential incapacity that could affect your independence and possibly create financial problems for your family. 11/13/2024 10:04 AM

Heal the Divide

Heal the Divide

Unless you’ve been living on another planet, you are undoubtedly aware there was a presidential election in the United States last week. Many are elated at the outcome. Many are despondent to the point of leaving the country. However you want to describe it, there is a deep divide in our country. How do we get past all the hateful rhetoric and animosity in order to heal? That is the big question. It seems many expected the election to “fix” our nation’s problems instantly like turning on/off a light switch. 11/13/2024 10:03 AM

Straightest Path is a Circle

Straightest Path is a Circle

A gift of cash (enough to make a difference) was quietly given to me, with the idea that I might pass it on to someone who needs it or help someone. This little mom with three children endured a hard season when their home burned down, a rental, but needless to say, they were without a place to stay. So they’d spent these past months trying to save for a deposit, and I’d heard she’d found a new home to rent. The mom also received a new battery for her car, thanks to another dear couple, and she’s now been blessed with a job. But the challenges still loomed, and I could see how this gift might bring relief. 11/06/2024 10:02 AM

Let’s Get Involved

Let’s Get Involved

Hello everyone! Hope you’re having an amazing week/day! 11/06/2024 10:02 AM

Who is my Neighbor?

Who is my Neighbor?

Growing up, it was pretty easy to identify who your neighbor was. People rarely moved, so learning everyone in a 2-3 block radius was pretty easy. I would grow up with kids, know their siblings, parents, aunts, uncles and cousins. Then you had neighbors from your church and parents would know people they worked with. Today we are not afforded that luxury. 11/06/2024 10:02 AM

Truly fearfully and wonderfully made

Truly fearfully and wonderfully made

When a new baby comes into the world it is always a miracle, and always a blessing from above. Speaking as a father and a “Grandy” to three grandchildren, there has never been more joyful days in my life than the days each of my children and grands entered the world. 10/30/2024 09:02 AM

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