"Reel Reviews: ‘Avatar 3’ brings repetitive storyline, epic battles to big screen again" by: Jessica Shepard

I don’t know about you, but the longer it takes for sequels and other subsequent movies to come out, then the less it takes for my interest to stick around.   Even worse, when films seem to perpetually continue the same storyline!

Beginner’s Mind

In a world where competition, accomplishments and mastery of talents is recognized as success, it’s a relief to know that 99.9% of us started with a beginner’s mind.

"There’s no such thing as a trash tree when other trees are dying" by: Mike Reddell

We’ve reached a really neat pattern with fall colors.    I drove down to Matagorda last weekend and was struck, as I always am, by the splash of color from tallow trees.    There’s something truly magnificent about the different colors these natives to eastern China flash.

"Counting down the busiest days until Christmas" by: Jessica Shepard

For me, the entirety of December feels like a mad rush to get as much done before the holidays as possible.    Now, I never noticed it so much as child, but once I reached adulthood, it only seems to get busier!    Well, save for that stretch during the COVID pandemic at its peak.

"Hopefully your savings will survive your Christmas generosity" by: John Sample

We are in the last full week of trading for 2026 with S&P 500 hovering above 6800.    You can make any prediction for next year that suits your taste.    I would say that most forecast future growth for equities, but some see this coming to a sharp turn south.

PSA: Managing risk at different stages of life

As an investor, risk is always part of the journey – but how you manage it can depend on where you are in life.    Early in your career, you can invest for growth and take on more risk, knowing you have time to recover from market downturns.

"Reel Reviews: ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ continues PG-13 horror from first film" by: Jessica Shepard

I feel like I’m drowning in movie sequels as of late, but there aren’t many choices left at the end of the year.

It’s a Bird, It’s a Plane, It’s ‘Constructive’ Criticism

Alas, the holiday season is upon us.      Along with rolling out the holiday decorations, cheer, celebrations and merriment conjuring up all the warm and fuzzy emotions, comes the less than fond memories of Uncle Harry or Aunt Audrey’s unsolicited, never-ending criticism and advice.

Matagorda County Judge Bobby Seiferman announces for re-election

Matagorda County Judge Bobby Seiferman has announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination in his bid to serve another term representing the citizens of Matagorda County.

"Rating the bigger stadiums in playoff time" by: Mike Reddell

It’s been a year of visiting stadiums to see either the Blackcats or Tigers face opponents in the UIL Texas Football Championship playoffs.   Generally most stadiums – at least in regular season – are easy to get press access.