Local Government News
Teachers Can Earn Up to $32,000 More a Year!
In a bid to recognize and reward effective teaching, the Texas Legislature introduced the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) as part of House Bill 3 in 2019. The program, administered through the Texas Education Agency (TEA), offers qualifying teachers the opportunity to earn significant salary increases, with the potential for some to earn up to $32,000 more annually.The Texas Legislature explained, "There are several factors that determine the allotment, but it can range from an additional $3,000 to $32,000 annually that high-performing teachers can earn for their...
Election Day Recommendations and Information for District 10 Voters
Election Day is upon us! If you haven’t voted already, tomorrow is the day to get out and vote! Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.In the race to select a replacement for retiring Congresswoman Kay Granger in CD 12, Terry and I recommend our longtime friend Craig Goldman. In CD 25, we recommend Congressman Roger Williams. In the HD 60 for State Representative, we recommend a vote for Mike Olcott.For those wondering where to vote, below is a link to each county’s Election Day Locations across Senate District 10: Brown County, Callahan County, Palo Pinto County, Parker...