Doubts raised over Texas tradition
Caretakers of the brittle, brown 199-year-old holy book long known as the Sam Houston Bible — a would-be link to the former president of an independent Texas cherished by both Republicans and Democrats — have evidence that suggests the book may …
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Denton races taking shape
Early rumbles on Denton's political landscape suggest contested races are coming in District 1 and District 3, though the official day for City Council candidates to file their applications is two weeks away. Four of the seven Denton City Council seats …
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New Lt. Gov. Patrick promises more conservative Texas
AUSTIN (AP) — Tea party favorite Dan Patrick has been sworn in as Texas' new lieutenant governor and will oversee the powerful state Senate. A devout born-again Christian, Patrick had been a state senator since 2007. He was inaugurated on the Texas …
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