With Republicans poised to take over the House next year, a divided Congress looms. The result could be two years of partisan strife and gridlock. But between the GOP investigations and other legislative fireworks to come, there might be room to get a few things done — if lawmakers are willing to accept success.
Sherman Independent School District released more details on its $540 million list of projects to pursue, if both the school board and voters give their blessing in 2023. This week, the district released a timetable for these projects, which include the renovation, repurposing or rebuild of multiple campuses, construction of two new elementary campuses, and other improvements, along with a projected price tag for each.
Grayson College assists students with basic needs such as emergency aid, gas vouchers, food security, resource referrals, and housing security through a program called Grayson Cares. Students can access breakfast and lunch items from the “Grayson Grab N Go Market” as needed.
NEW YORK (AP) — The first photograph Roger Deakins ever took, in 1969 Bournemouth, England, shows a man and a woman quietly eating lunch on a bench outside a ladies room. A sign reads: “Keep it to yourself.”
Some species of shark return to the same breeding grounds for decades at a time, and live longer than previously thought, scientists studying the animals off Florida say. Scientists with the New England Aquarium found that nurse sharks returned to the waters off the Dry Tortugas, 70 miles (113 kilometers) from Key West, to mate for up to 28 years.
Moon Alert: Avoid shopping or making important decisions from 5:15 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. EST today (2:15 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. PST). After that, the Moon moves from Libra into Scorpio. Happy Birthday for Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022:
Dear Dr. Roach: I have had gastroparesis for many years. About two years ago, it led to small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (which I once read about in your column). I worked with a dietitian for several months. One of the treatments she suggested was an herbal product called Iberogast. The combination of herbs helps the stomach to empty quicker. I use it each night before bed (as part of a 12-hour fast) or whenever I have overeaten and feel bad. It has been most helpful for me. Iberogast is available online.
Dear Abby: While my sister was incarcerated, she was evicted from her residence. She asked me if I would pack her belongings and store them for her in my garage for a couple of weeks until she got out, which I did. Well, a couple of weeks turned into a couple of months.
NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks fell on Wall Street Friday as worries grow that the Federal Reserve and other central banks are willing to bring on a recession if that’s what it takes to get inflation under control.