July 2022

Mark Estep

Mark Dwayne Estep of Weston, Texas passed away June 30, 2022 at the age of 51. He was born on October 22, 1970 to Robbie Estep and Donna (Martin) Estep in McKinney, Texas. Mark was a graduate of Prosper High School. He was an avid motorcycle rider and member of Harley Riders. Mark was dedicated to his family. He was a loving son, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Mark will be missed dearly by those who knew and loved him.

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Married woman’s epiphany opens path to a new life

Dear Abby: I have been married for two decades to a man who is incapable of connecting with anyone. It didn’t become apparent until after we were married. He is very good at surface relationships but cannot go deeper than that. Because of this, he abused, isolated and ignored me. He didn’t realize he was causing harm since he didn’t regard me -- and still doesn’t regard me -- as a person with emotions.

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Good MORNING: Looking with fresh eyes

As an lifelong, unrepentant geek, I’ve found that one of the greatest things if life is sharing interests and passions with friends and family. I had the opportunity to do just that with a favorite television show with a friend over the extended holiday, and it reminded me of why I fell in love with the series in the first place.

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Without reforms to immigration, horror will go on

The death toll of migrants who have succumbed to the heat after being trapped in a tractor-trailer has risen to more than 50. Discovered Monday night on a remote stretch on San Antonio’s Southwest Side, these migrants deserved a humane and fair immigration system — one that honors the rights of asylum workers, recognizes our workforce needs and reflects the inherent dignity in all people.

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ENTERTAINMENT NEWS

LONDON (AP) — Rapper Kendrick Lamar has closed this year’s Glastonbury Festival with a powerful headline set that saw him chant “Godspeed for women’s rights” as fake blood poured down his face from a crown of thorns.

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