Daily Archives: July 25, 2008

Deputies to back Garcia

Posted on July 25, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

Good. Harris County’s sheriff’s deputy unions are expected today to endorse a challenger in the sheriff’s race — an unprecedented move that union leaders say reflects a long-standing dissatisfaction with incumbent Tommy Thomas. The three unions, which together represent the … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Metro makes change to east end of Universities line

Posted on July 25, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

One more change for the route of the Universities Line. The Metropolitan Transit Authority board voted Thursday to reroute the planned University light rail line away from a half-mile stretch of Wheeler Avenue following months of entreaties by residents and … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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John Edwards in town

Posted on July 25, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

Former Senator and Vice Presidential candidate John Edwards was in town this week to promote his anti-poverty agenda. Edwards, from North Carolina, said he would “fight with every fiber of my being” to help low-income Americans. The former Democratic vice-presidential … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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More motorcycles

Posted on July 25, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

I suppose an increase in the number of motorcycles was inevitable. Though data on new motorcycle registrations are not yet available, there are already nearly 400,000 of them on Texas roads. “We’re seeing an increased number of motorcycles, no doubt … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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The next Mayor of San Antonio

Posted on July 25, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

Before Houston elects a new Mayor next November, San Antonio will do the same in May. Ken Rodriguez takes a look at what is shaping up to be a historic race. “So,” my friend wanted to know, “what do you … Continue reading →

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“Money should NEVER stand in the way of health care”

Posted on July 25, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

I’m just going to reiterate the title of this post, and then urge you to follow the link to understand what it’s about and maybe take action to help: Money should NEVER stand in the way of health care. Just … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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