What you bury still breathes

Out of sight, out of mind.  Not necessarily. You know the feeling.  It lives just below the surface, the job that went to someone else, the relationship that ended badly, the person who wronged you years ago (whose name still tightens something in your chest).

"To hear and to be heard is what government is about" by: Mike Reddell

I am at that plateau that I’ve reached so often in my long years covering Commissioners Court meetings here.  Yes, it’s time to drag out that old rusty complaint about the difficulty in hearing what’s said in county meetings.

"September’s halfway gone. October’s taking shape already" by: Jessica Shepard

Time flies when you’re having fun – or, at least, that’s how the modern saying goes.  I spent some time ruminating on this week’s column by tracing the roots of such a quote.

"All the interest in interest rates" by: John Sample

The PPI and CPI were released late last week and while inflation was higher it was not beyond projections.  I know one thing, putting diesel in my truck is a financial obligation that I never thought I would have to undertake.

PSA: Three stops on the road to financial stability

Achieving financial stability doesn’t happen overnight - it takes a journey.  And, as with every journey, you should reach some milestones along the way.  For your first financial milestone, you’ll want to build a strong foundation.

"Reel Reviews: ‘By Any Means’ serves up brutal justice" by: Jessica Shepard

Sometimes, movie trailers fail to inform audience members that the upcoming film is based on true events.Usually, when marketing a new cinematic attraction, you’d highlight the grains of truth in it.

I’ll have the same algorithm she’s having

Run for your life - It’s the End of the World - Get Out of Dodge!  Recently we’re hearing a lot about artificial intelligence’s (AI’s) seedy address - 4377 Darkside Way, occupied by none other than Darth Vader. But for this article, let’s think of AI in a positive light.

"Sibling weekend stirs up appreciation for home" by: Jessica Shepard

Look, I’m not going to lie to you – I grew up dreaming of my escape from Bay City and Matagorda County.  I even tried to attend college at an unreasonable distance to ensure that I was in a place where no one knew me, my family, my hometown, or county.

"It’s that time of year and I can’t figure out whether I am hopeful or fearful" by: John Sample

We have made it through what most call summer to the Labor Day weekend.    We in Texas know that is a false narrative, as there is at least two more months left in summer for those of us in the Lone Star State.

Putting your aging parents’ wishes first

As your parents grow older, it may be time to talk with them about financial and aging issues.  Position these conversations to honor their plans and understand their wishes, so their affairs will be taken care of as they would like.  First, consider health care.