Jacob Lehrer
Jacob Lehrer is a graduate of Howard Payne University with a Bachelors in Legal Studies and Public Policy. Ever since graduating, Jacob has enjoyed the Brownwood Community, doing shows at the Lyric Theatre, and does much of his writing at Common Grounds.
Texas Rent Relief Program Opens For Applications March 14th-28th
The Texas Rent Relief (TRR) Program is opening applications on March 14th at 8:00 am and will be extended until March 28th at 11:59 pm. During that time, tenants and/or landlords may apply for rent or utility
Texas Lawmaker Files Bill To Ban Polling Locations on College Campuses
Amongst the bills filed in the Texas House of Representatives, State Representative Carrie Isaac has filed House Bill 2390 which would ban polling locations on college campuses. Isaac’s bill would prohibit Texas college campuses from becoming voting
Bill Filed in Texas House For High School Athletes 18 Years and Up To Receive NIL Compensation
NIL compensation (name, image, and likeness) has grown in popularity for college athletes to receive compensation since their name, image, and likeness are used for monetary gain by the sports industry. 24 states already allow high school
Texas Mental Health Creative Arts Contest Accepting Submissions Until March 10th
The Texas Mental Health Creative Arts Contest is open for submissions in writing, artwork, and photography. The deadline for entries is March 10th. The theme of the contest is: “Why Does Mental Health Matter To You?” “The
Greg Abbott Pushes Emergency Items For the Texas Legislature In State of the State Address
Last week, Texas Governor Greg Abbott gave his State of the State Address in San Marcos, Texas at Noveon Headquarters. “The state, of our State, has never been more exceptional. Texans have inherited a legendary pedigree. A
Fairfield Lake State Park Sold To Dallas Firm To Build Residential Properties
Texas is going to lose Fairfield Lake State Park after 50 years of being leased to the state. The park has been leased to the Texas Department of Parks and Wildlife since 1971 by a company now
Joint Resolution Filed in Texas House That Would Let Voters Decide On Legalized Gambling
Legalized gambling is making another push in Texas with a bill that, if passed by the Texas Legislature, would allow Texans to vote on the issue coming in November. State Representative Charlie Geren R-Forth Worth has written
Texas House Bill Filed to End Robin Hood Recapture Law
A house bill has been filed in the Texas Legislature that would seek to lower the effects of recapture, also known as the Robin Hood law. House Bill 620, written and filed by State Representative Matt Shaheen
Texas Goes After Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Policies In State Agencies and Higher Education
A memo from the Texas Governor’s office, written by Abbott’s Chief of staff, Gardner Pate, states that Texas agencies and institutions of higher education funded by the state are to stop having offices that promote Diversity, Equity,