Typically, the University Interscholastic League only hosts one state marching contest, and the National Association of Military Marching Bands (NAMMB) puts on a state contest for military bands. On Wednesday, December 9 in Pirates Stadium (Pine Tree HS) was the first time UIL has sanctioned the event.
A few weeks ago, we started looking at the question that is found in Acts 9:6, “Lord, what would
you have me do?” In looking at this question we saw that Jesus asked this question of Saul while
Saul was traveling. We saw that God has a perfect, accurate, and detailed plan for each Christian.
We saw that Saul’s conversion did not just happen by chance, but according to God’s plan, God’s
perfect plan.
The Deep East Texas Council of Governments Board of Directors adopted the Housing Choice
Voucher Program Administration Plan for the fiscal year of 2021 during its November 24, 2020
meeting. The plan may be viewed online here.
DETCOG Housing Director Janett Lewis explained this plan is brought before the board each
year for approval, with any needed changes. The FY 2021 plan includes two major changes:
Though the Capitol has been closed to the public for most of this year, my staff is hard at work
preparing for the upcoming legislative session. Though session will surely look different this
year due to the ongoing global pandemic, we are still focused on the needs of the state and our
constituents. Please reach out to my office if you have any needs or concerns.
Here are five things happening around your state:
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