Gift of a good retirement
By Phylis Dills, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist When the holidays come, the money goes — usually for presents and parties, greeting cards and traveling to see family. Before you spend that...
View ArticleTrue Holiday Spirit
By Bryan Golden Among other things, the holidays are a time of giving and receiving gifts. The question most often asked of people is, “what did you get?” Much less frequently asked is, “what did you...
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Wealth is the Gift that Keeps on Giving
Whether you are religious or secular, make holidays a celebration of family, tradition, and values instead of unsustainable spending and materialism. By Mariko Chang and Dedrick Muhammad The holiday...
View ArticleGive beyond Christmas
By Commissioner Todd Staples Christmas always makes me count my blessings and I hope it does the same for you. This time of year, we should all be reminded that giving is more than just wrapping...
View ArticleShould you buy wedding insurance?
By Jason Alderman Disastrous wedding mishaps have long been a comedy staple, probably because so many of us can relate. What bride- or groom-to-be hasn’t had nightmares about hurricane-force winds...
View ArticleNo heaven or hell? I wouldn't bet on it
We humans struggle with the mystery of life after death. Many people believe they have had a near death experience. Others believe they actually died, but were sent back from Heaven to continue life on...
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Triumph through tragedy
advance payday A fierce tornado destroyed his home. Finally, when the rains stopped and floods subsided, he returned to look at the damage. All had been destroyed. His home was gone. His belongings had...
View ArticleUnderstanding the ‘Kiddie Tax’
For something whose nickname sounds so innocent, the “kiddie tax” certainly can wreak havoc on unprepared taxpayers’ yearly returns. Congress first introduced the kiddie tax as part of the Tax Reform...
View Article5 Ways to Stay Healthy For the Holidays
Mom’s in stress meltdown, the kids are fighting over the last cupcake, Uncle Bob is coughing up a lung as he carves the turkey, and your best friend just got text-dumped. Hello, holiday memories! ‘Tis...
View ArticleLone Star State: Maximize Deductions
Whether you are an individual taxpayer or a business owner, plan to make the most of your deductions by keeping good records during the year. Since the tax year officially begins in January, there’s...
View ArticleValentine’s Day Scams Warning
On Valentine’s Day, people’s emotions run all over the map – some are head-over-heels and want to shower their loved one with gifts, while others are despondent because currently they have no one...
View ArticleI didn’t really mean it
Marcie stood before her Dad looking at her favorite toy car. Suddenly she jumped up in his lap and said, “You know, Daddy, this is my favorite toy. But I want you to have it.” Surprised, he asked,...
View ArticleWhy did Jesus say we must enter His kingdom with childlike faith?
“Children don’t know about sin, and that’s why they go to heaven. Grown-ups know about sin, so they get a choice,” says Taylor, 8. Taylor, have you ever disobeyed your parents? No further questions....
View ArticleGift of a good retirement
By Phylis Dills, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist When the holidays come, the money goes — usually for presents and parties, greeting cards and traveling to see family. Before you spend that...
View ArticleTrue Holiday Spirit
By Bryan Golden Among other things, the holidays are a time of giving and receiving gifts. The question most often asked of people is, “what did you get?” Much less frequently asked is, “what did you...
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Wealth is the Gift that Keeps on Giving
Whether you are religious or secular, make holidays a celebration of family, tradition, and values instead of unsustainable spending and materialism. By Mariko Chang and Dedrick Muhammad The holiday...
View ArticleGifted and Talented: Longview ISD Set to Accept Nominations
In accordance with the Texas State Plan for the Education of Gifted/Talented Students, the Longview Independent School District will consider students in grades K-8 who are not yet identified as gifted...
View ArticleGift of a good retirement
By Phylis Dills, Social Security Public Affairs Spet When the holidays come, the money goes — usually for presents and parties, greeting cards and traveling to see family. Before you spend that last...
View ArticleTrue Holiday Spirit
By Bryan Golden Among other things, the holidays are a time of giving and receiving gifts. The question most often asked of people is, “what did you get?” Much less frequently asked is, “what did you...
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Wealth is the Gift that Keeps on Giving
Whether you are religious or secular, make holidays a celebration of family, tradition, and values instead of unsustainable spending and materialism. By Mariko Chang and Dedrick Muhammad The holiday...
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