Billy Joe Herring
Billy Joe Herring, of Pottsboro, Texas, passed away on October 21, 2022, at the age of 93. He was born September 6, 1929, in Paris, TX, to Jess Herring and Carrie Parson.
October 2022
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The impact of school lockdowns
The pandemic lockdowns were a policy blunder for the ages, and the economic, social and health consequences are still playing out. But the worst catastrophe was visited on America’s children, as Monday’s release of the latest National Assessment of Educational Progress shows.
Unqualified
Imagine you’re on the table in a surgical theater awaiting heart surgery when a masked and gloved person leans over and addresses you: “Hi, I’m Dr. Feelgood, your anesthesiologist today. I’ll be putting you under for your operation today. By the way, there are no cardiac surgeons available, so I’ll be doing your bypass procedure as well.”
Greenhouse gas reduction requires individual action
The recent passage by Congress of the Inflation Reduction Act has been touted as the most significant climate legislation in U.S. history.
Good Morning: The end of an era for Doctor Who
Sunday marked the end of an era for one of one of television’s longest running science fiction series when Jodie Whitaker officially took her law bow as the titular Doctor on Doctor Who. Whitaker made news several years ago when she became the first woman to play the role in the series nearly 60-year history.
Ten-year risk number is crucial when it comes to cholesterol
Dear Dr. Roach: Can you please provide details on which cholesterol numbers to pay attention to? Half of my numbers are in the “good” range, and the other half are in the “bad” range. My total cholesterol is 248 mg/ dL, triglycerides is 77, cholesterol/HDL ratio is 2.8, HDL is 88, LDL is 142, and non-HDL is 160. My total cholesterol has been over 200 for the past six years, but so far, my doctor has not prescribed any medication, since my ratio and good cholesterol numbers have been in the good range. Though, my numbers have been steadily climbing (last year, my total cholesterol was 239, and my ratio was 2.4), and I am starting to get concerned.
Depressed mom can’t overcome grief about her empty nest
Dear Abby: I’ve been married for 22 years. Our son is leaving for Marine boot camp the day after his 18th birthday. He will be a third-generation Marine, and we are extremely proud of him. He will be stationed in California, several states away from us. Our soon-to-be 21-yearold daughter graduated from college, and we are also very proud of her. She lives an hour and a half away.
Houston man guilty of trafficking drugs through Southeast Texas
A Houston man has pleaded guilty to federal drug trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Brit Featherston today.
Halloween activities planned
Later this week and this weekend will offer young goblins and ghouls lots of opportunities for Halloween fun. Here is a list of some of the fun things that will be happening in the area for families to enjoy.
Terrell Elementary named blue ribbon school
Denison Independent School District’s Terrell Elementary has been named a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education.