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January 6, 2007 -- District Court Judge Ken Anderson has ruled that governmental entities cannot use tax funds to to support organizations that lobby the Texas Legislature.  Americans For Prosperity has applauded the ruling. Message

January 5, 2007 --
Gulf Coast Big Brothers & Big Sisters Says Thanks by Executive Director Cindy Shultz. Message

January 4, 2007 --
Report to the Membership of the Galveston Chamber of Commerce by 2006 Chair Betty Massey  Report

January 4, 2007 --
Clear Creek Independent School District Continues to Foster Neighborhood Connection with Exceptional Program by Superintendent Dr. Sandra Mossman. Guest Column

December 28, 2006 --
Sergeant Dan Krieger of the League City Police Officers Association thanks the community for donating money, toys, clothes and food for four girls recently taken in by a foster family.  Release

December 29, 2006 --
Gleanings
From the Harvest for Galveston reported that another distribution of milk will occur on Friday at West Point Baptist Church, 30th and Avenue M, beginning at 2:00PM, in case of RAIN please come to 4602 Broadway. Message

December 28, 2006 --
Gleanings From the Harvest for Galveston distributed milk to needy residents of Galveston Island. Message

December 21, 2006 --
League City Police Officers Association Initiates Clothing Drive for Children Rescued From Neglect. Release

December 21, 2006 --
Support the League City Police Officers Association Clothing Drive by Onzelo Markum. Message

December 19, 2006 --
The Dorris Stechmann Johnson Foundation
will sponsor a special Galveston County Reads Night   by Jan Johnson Announcement

December 19, 2006 -
- Ten Reasons to Visit Moody Gardens® Festival of Lights by Mary Beth Bassett Message

December 16, 2006 --
Contact your elected officials now to save Transportation Enhancements in Texas by the Greater Houston Preservation Alliance.  Message

December 13, 2006 --
An Email Report on Tuesday's meeting by Council Member Kerry Neves. Report

December 11, 2006 -
- Bill of Rights Day – December 15th by Bob Smither.  Message

December 9, 2006 -
- Texas City ISD Security Update by Melissa Tortorici.  Message

December 8, 2006 --
The Galveston-Trivandrum Sister City Society in Texas is raising $100,000 to improve emergency medical services and medical education in India. Message

December 5, 2006 --
American Shore and Beach Preservation Association Statement on WRDA Negotiations Statement

December 5, 2006 -
- The Galveston Bar Association is holding a Toy Drive by Jennifer Overbeck Flores. Message


December 4, 2006 --
Washington DC: A Peek into the Crystal Ball by Washington Lobbyist Howard Marlowe. Message 

December 1, 2006 --
Randy Weber, candidate for State Representative District District 29, announced his endorsement by Congressman Ron Paul. Release

November 27, 2006
-- Dickinson City Council Member Kerry Neves reports on Tuesday's meeting of the city council.
Click Here 

November 24, 2006 -- Jeff Ortiz and others successfully contacted over 200 citizens regarding the “consumption fee” that the City of Nederland has proposed. Release and Interview

November 25, 2006
-- Just a Thought - About The Election Process by Chris John Mallios. Message

November 17, 2006 --
Galveston Independent School District Begins Planning for 2007-2008 and Future, a Guest Collumn by Superintendent Lynne Cleveland.  Column
 

November 15, 2006 --
Coalition of National Groups Organizes to Fight Threat to Community Control Over Billboard Blight. Release

November 14, 2006 --
Take Advantage of Opportunities in Our Community by Dickinson City Council Member Kerry Neves. Message

November 14, 2006 --
An Open Letter from Chester R. Jourdan, Jr. Message

November 14, 2006 --
Thank You to My Friends and Congratulations to Bryan Lamb by Albert Choate. Message

November 13, 2006 --
Republican Randy Weber Announces Candidacy for Special Election in House District 29 to fill the vacancy left by the late Glenda Dawson Release

November 13, 2006 --
Come to the Holiday in the Park Festival and Parade by Janice Hallisey. Message

November 9, 2006 --
A Message from Chris Stevens, former candidate for Galveston County Judge.  Message 

November 6, 2006 --
Thanks For Stealing My Campaign Signs by James Boyd Message

November 3, 2006 -
- Criss is the Political Hack by Kathy Rogers. Message

November 3, 2006 -
- Demand for Retraction of Libelous Statements by Onzelo Markum. Message

November 3, 2006 --
County Treasurer & County Tax Assessor endorse Choate News Release

November 2, 2006 --
Another Flip-Flop from Shelley Sekula-Gibbs by Nick Lampson. Message

November 2, 2006 -
- Comment on Recent Allegations of Opponent Impropriety by Chris Stevens for County Judge Campaign. Comments

November 1, 2006 --
Tony Buzbee Takes Issue With GuidryNews.com.  Message

November 1, 2006 -
- Isn't It Ironic?  by Shane SklarMessage

November 1, 2006 --
Stop the Madness!! by James Boyd. Message

November 1, 2006
-- Guest Column - Charade Takes the Cake by Lloyd Criss. Column

October 31, 2006 -
- To the Editor, Regarding Galveston ISD by Nancy KesslingLetter

October 26, 2006 -
- Why Won't Ron Paul Debate?? by the Shane Sklar CampaignMessage

October 26, 2006 --
To Galveston County Judge and Commissioners from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. Letter

October 26, 2006 --
Do You Want Change? by Bruce Bolock. Message

October 26, 2006 -
- Ethical Questions in the City of League City by Elaine Kosty. Message

O
ctober 25, 2006 -- Dickinson City Council Member Kerry Neves reports on Tuesday's meeting of the city council. Click Here 

October 24, 2006 -
- Yarbrough is the Right Man in the Right Place at the Right Time 
by Charles Kelly. Message

October 24, 2006 --
Smither Campaign Questions Sekula Gibbs Poll. Release

October 24, 2006 --
Dirty Politics - A Sign of Desperation by Shana Bone. Message

October 22, 2006 --
The Galveston County Democratic Party hosted a Get Out The Early Vote Rally on Sunday in League City. GuidryNews.com provided Webio Coverage of the event. Webio Report

October 22, 2006 --
Three Galveston County Mayors Endorse Albert Choate for Commissioner
Release

October 21, 2006 -
- My Opponent Should Have Done Her Homework by Barbara Ann Radnofsky. Message

October 20, 2006 --
Elect Bret Griffin for Judge by Janice Jones. Message

October 19, 2006 --
Libertarian Bob Smither, U.S. House candidate for District 22, signed the “Punch Clock Agreement,” a contract promising District 22 voters that, when elected, he will publish his daily official work schedule on the Internet. Release

October 18, 2006 --
In support of Miles Whittington for the 212th District Court by Wesley L. Tyson. Letter

October 17, 2006 --
CJ Day at the Park has been scheduled for Sunday November 19 at Clear Lake Park Landolt Pavilion to raise funds for 13 year old C.J. Duffey, who suffered sever injuries in a wreck caused by a drunk driver. Message

October 16, 2006 --
Kinky Friedman Pledges to Preserve Hunting, Fishing Rights
Release

October 16, 2006 --
State Representatives Larry Taylor and Robert Talton endorse Choate  
News Release

October 14, 2006 --
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month by Marie Schwartz. Release

October 13, 2006 --
Police Groups Back Whittington For Judge
News Release

October 12, 2006 --
Radnofsky Calls on Senate Subcommittee Chairwoman of Veterans Affairs to Denounce VA Fraud
News Release

October 12, 2006
-- Students’ Safety is Priority by Galveston Independent School District Interim Police Chief LeeRoy Amador. Guest Column

October 11, 2006
-- In support of Albert Choate for County Commissioner by Onzelo Markum. Message


October 10, 2006 --
In Support of Bryan Lamb for Galveston County Commissioner by Mary Ellen Brennan.  Message

October 9, 2006 -
- Letter to the Editor in support of Judge Susan Criss by Elaine Kosty. Message

October 7, 2006 -
- Democratic Party Get Out The Early Vote Rally, by Lloyd Criss. Invitation

October 6, 2006 --
At What Cost Do We Preserve Our Past? by Pat Hallisey. Message

October 5, 2006 --
An open letter from the Galveston Chamber of Commerce. Message 

October 5, 2006 --
Why Not Lower The Galveston Independent School District Tax Rate? by Buzz Elton Message

October 4, 2006
--Bob Smither, the Libertarian nominee for United States Congress in District 22, has taken issue with an ad by Democratic candidate Nick Lampson.  Release

October 3, 2006
-- Kelly Chambers has announced her candidacy for GISD Board of Trustees in District 1-A. Release

October 3, 2006 --
Paul Opposed Going After Child Predators Like Foley, by Shane Sklar. Message

October 2, 2006 --
Attn:  West Galveston Island Property Owners Association by President Jerry Mohn. Message

October 2, 2006 --
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Barbara Ann Radnofsky signed a second formal agreement to debate October 19, 2006 in San Antonio.  Release

October 2, 2006 --
Polling Tricks Continue: Libertarian Is Anything But Liberal, by Bob Smither. Message


September 30, 2006 --
Clear Creek Independent School District Dr. Sandra Mossman has published her column, CCISD is State Record-Holder for Performance. Column

September 29, 2006 -- Dickinson City Council Member Kerry Neves reports on Tuesday's meeting of the city council. Click Here 

September 28, 2006 --
Former congressman Nick Lampson took issue with his write-in opponent's actions at Wednesday's meeting of Houston City Council in, "Shelley Sekula-Gibbs Continues to Run From Her Immigration Record, Angers Fellow Council Members". Release

September 27, 2006 --
Shane Sklar, Democratic candidate for Congress has announced his support for legislation that he says would provide comprehensive disaster relief to America's farmers and ranchers. Release

   September 27. 2006 -
- Another Response To Linda Colthrap's Questions, by Chris Mallios. Response

September 26, 2006 --
The VFW Post 6378 in Dickinson on Highway 3 is hosting a Candidate Forum this Wednesday September 27 at 6pm. Release

September 26, 2006 --
Is Linda Coltharp having Illusions or Something? by Breck Porter. Message


September 26, 2006 --
Columnist Liz Smith has announced her support for Kinky Friedman, claiming that Kinky was Ann Richards’ Candidate. Release

September 26, 2006 -- "
Sekula-Gibbs Passes Buck on “Sanctuary Policy”, Lampson For Congress News ReleaseRelease

September 26, 2006 --
Since When Is It Legal or Even Ethical To Use County Resources in a Political Advertisement? by Linda Coltharp.  Message

September 26, 2006 --
Libertarian Bob Smither is the best hope the Republicans of CD22 have of keeping that seat away from the Democrats, by Bob Renfro.  Message

September 23, 2006 -- Special Interest Groups Run Our State and Federal Governments by James Boyd. Message

September 23, 2006 --
Texas Taxpayers Network monitors candidates' tax payments.  Release

September 22, 2006-
Jamaica Beach Mayor Vic Pierson endorsed Albert Choate for Galveston County Commissioner.  Release

September 21, 2006 --
Kinky's Not The Only Candidate With Some Explaining To Do On Race Relations - Shane Sklar News Release. Release

September 21, 2006 --
Kinky Friedman Campaign Statement by Press Secretary Laura Stromberg. Statement

September 21, 2006 --
Shane Sklar, Democratic candidate for Congress, declared his support for a new law that would require Internet companies to keep customer records for two years, preserving a key link to the criminals who create and purchase child pornography. Release

September 21, 2006 --
United States Senator John Cornyn, a co-author of  the Openness Promotes Effectiveness in our National Government Act of 2005 (OPEN Government Act), applauded the unanimous vote of the Senate Judiciary Committee to approve the legislation.  Release

September 20, 2006 --
Chris Stevens For County Judge Reaching Out To Kinky And Strayhorn Voters Release

September 19, 2006
-- Galveston County Deputy Sheriffs’ Association has endorsed Judge Miles Whittington in his bid for the 212th District Court.  News Release

September 19, 2006 -- Triangle AIDS Network Plans Events News Release

September 18, 2006 --
This Election Is No Laughing Matter by Lloyd Criss, Chair of the Galveston County Democratic Party. Message

September 18, 2006 --
Jerry Patterson for Albert Choate.
News Release

September 16, 2006 --
Congratulations to the Dickinson Police Department and Chief Ron Morales for their outstanding police work, by James Boyd.  Message

September 16, 2006 --
Sierra Club Endorses Chris Bell for Governor
News Release

September 12, 2006
-- Support St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital by Margarita Sims. Message

September 12, 2006
-- Independent candidate for Texas Governor Carole Keeton Strayhorn, who is currently Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, hosted a campaign reception at Gaido's Restaurant in Galveston. 
Photos and Interview


September 12, 2006 -
- City Manager Steve LeBlanc Responds, a Guest Column by Galveston City Manager Steve LeBlanc. Column

September 11, 2006
-- Statement on the Fifth Anniversary of 9/11 by United States Senator John Cornyn. Statement

September 11, 2006 --
The Governor's Office of Budget, Planning & Policy and the Legislative Budget Board conducted a hearing at the State Capitol on the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department's Legislative Appropriations Request for Fiscal Years 2008/2009.  The Sierra Club has posted comments on the meeting.  Message

September 9, 2006 --
"Thank You For The Coverage" by Elizabeth Berger, daughter of 81 year old veteran Fred A. Green, who served on the Battleship Texas in WWII. 
Message

September 8, 2006 --
U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and strong advocate of open government, applauded the unanimous Senate passage of the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act.  Release

September 7, 2006
-- Nina S. Jacob, 4th grade teacher at North Pointe Elementary School in the Clear Creek Independent Schooled shared her experiences from a recent educational trip to Africa. Message

September 6, 2006
-- Chris Stevens for County Judge Announces Galveston County Budget Improvements Pursuant to Incumbent’s Request Release

September 3, 2006 --
Impeachment Forum and Town Hall Meeting News Release

September 1, 2006 -
- Bob Smither, the Libertarian nominee for Congress from Texas District 22, announced today that he has filed as a candidate for the Special Election to fill the remainder of Tom DeLay’s term. Release

September 1, 2006 --
Congressional candidate Nick Lampson will not run in the special election to replace Tom Delay and instead will concentrate on the general election for the seat.  Release

August 30, 2006
-- Libertarian Response to Special Election. News Release

August 30, 2006 -
- Cornyn Applauds Administration's Commitment to America's Farmers News Release

August 29, 2006 --
The High Rise is Dead, by Steve Salch.  Message

August 28, 2006--
Shane Sklar for Congress News Release - Ron Paul Flip Flops on Impeaching President Bush. Release

August 28, 2006 -
- Bob Smither signs the Taxpayer Protection Pledge, a News Release by Americans for Tax Reform. Release

August 28, 2006 --
Congressman Paul understands true security issues that face our nation today by Diana Tibbitts. Message

August 25, 2006 --
A Message from Galveston College President Dr. Elva Concha LeBlanc.  Message

August 24, 2006 --
Jim Bacon announced today that will file his candidacy for the vacant position on the Galveston Community College District Board of Regents next week.  He will join Dr. Michael Warren and Melvin Williams who have already filed for the position.  Release

August 24, 2006 --
Benefit for Burial Expenses for Daniel Gonzales by Alice L. Williams. Message

August 21, 2006 -
- Superintendent’s Column by Dr. Sandra Mossman Clear Creek ISD Superintendent of Schools. Column

August 21, 2006
-- On Saturday, a relatively thin section of Galveston, from the beachfront, south of downtown, to north across the island, to Pelican Island was besieged with rainfall that caused street flooding to an extent that longtime residents could not recall. 
Message by Jim Guidry

August 21, 2006 --
A Message from the Galveston Chamber of Commerce by President Gina Spagnola.  Message

August 17, 2006 --
The Galveston County Sheriff's Office will be featured in an episode of Body of Evidence on Court TV this Saturday. Message

August 16, 2006 --
Bob Smither, a Libertarian, is gaining prominent supporters in his pursuit of the Congressional seat in District 22. Release

August 16, 2006 --
Congressional Candidate Nick Lampson held a press conference Wednesday to announce his endorsement by three police organizations and unveil his latest campaign ad.  Release 

August 16, 2006 --
At their meetings on August 12, 2006, the Boards of Directors of the Laffite’s Cove Property Owners Association and the Laffite’s Cove Nature Society unanimously approved resolutions relating to the City of Galveston’s rejection of a General Land Use Plan application for a massive, high-rise, condominium project across Stewart Road from their neighborhood and the Nature Preserve. Release

August 16, 2006 --
Houston City Council Member Shelley Sekula-Gibbs has announced that she is seeking the Republican Party's support for election to the United States Congress as a write-in candidate.  Announcement

August 15,2006 --
Barbara Ann Radnofsky, United States Senate Democratic nominee, has expressed her views concerning the situation in Iraq, to stand by deadlines and goals and withdraw, as compared to those of Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison.  Message

August 12, 2006 -- University Area Association President Robert Mihovil offers tips on dealing with the latest mosquito infestation, in "The Buzz" Click Here

August 7, 2006 --
The Rotary Club of Galveston is hosting a Blood Drive by Ruth Finkelstein  Message

August 4, 2006 --
GISD Students Return to School, a Guest Column by Superintendent Lynn Cleveland. Column

August 3, 2006 --
West Galveston Island Property Owners Association President Jerry Mohn has provided an analysis of the first pass of grant applications under the Coastal Impact Assistance Program Message

July 30, 2006 --
Thank You Department of Homeland Security by Jim Guidry Editorial

July 28, 2006 --
Shane Sklar, Democratic candidate for U.S. Congress, applauded the President's signing of the Children's Safety and Violent Crime Reduction Act of 2006. Release

July 27, 2006 --
Congressman Ron Paul questions Administration Officials on immigration policy, birthright citizenship.  Release


July 28, 2006 -- The Sierra Club has endorsed the candidacy of Congressional candidate Nick Lampson.  Release

July 26, 2006
-- Dickinson City Council Member Kerry Neves reports on Tuesday's meeting of the city council.
Click Here 

July 24, 2006 --
Do You Need to Have Coastal Erosion to Get Federal Beach Restoration Assistance? by Howard Marlowe.  Commentary

July 23, 2006 --
The Minimum Wage, by Bob Smither, Libertarian candidate for Congress.  Message

July 20, 2006 --
The United States Congress Unanimously Passes Ron Paul Resolution Praising Space Shuttle Discovery Mission.  Release

July 19, 2006 --
Congressional candidate Shane Sklar comments on President George W. Bush's veto.  Release

July 18, 2006 --
Congressional candidate Nick Lampson comments on the successful landing of the Space Shuttle. Release

July 17, 2006 --
The American Shore and Beach Preservation Association applauded passage of the Water Resources Development Act in the U.S. Senate. Release

July 9, 2006 --
Shane Sklar will open a Galveston office on July 15.  Invitation

July 9, 2006 -
- Libertarian Bob Smither of Friendswood kicked off his race for the District 22 seat at a well-attended gathering of supporters and volunteers on Saturday evening, July 8. Report

July 7, 2006 --
Message from West Beach homeowners Fred and Linda Lundgren.  Message

July 6, 2006
--
To DeLay or Not to DeLay? by Bob Smither.  Message

July 1, 2006 --
We Need A Better Representative on the School Board by Edith Watson.  Message

June 28, 2006
-- Dickinson City Council Member Kerry Neves reports on Tuesday's meeting of the city council.
Click Here 

June 27, 2006 -- A Report From New Orleans by Vance ReddenMessage

June 22, 2006 --
Newly appointed Galveston Independent School District Superintendent Lynne Cleveland has posted a message outlining her plans for the district.  Message

June 22, 2006 -- Support the Galveston Seafarer's Center by Ruth Finkelstein.  Message

June 21, 2006 --
Taxes And The Poor by James Boyd, candidate for Justice of the Peace. Message

June 20, 2006 --
David Van Os, the Democratic candidate for Texas Attorney General, visited Galveston County on a "whistle stop" tour of county courthouses across the state.  Listen  Download

June 19, 2006 --
VaLinda Hathcox, the Democratic candidate for Texas Land Commissioner visited with Guidry News Service about her campaign following the Juneteenth program at Ashton Villa in Galveston.  Listen  Download

June
16, 2006 -- Dickinson City Council Member Kerry Neves has published his report on Tuesday's meeting of the city council.  Report

June 16, 2006 --
The Kinky Friedman has published results of the Rasmussen Poll. Release 

June 14, 2006 --
UNBELIEVABLE . . . Congress Gives Themselves a Raise Even as U.S. Faces Record Debt and Deficit by Nick Lampson. Message

June 13, 2006 --
Radnofsky “Twinkie Tour,” a News Release. Release

June 12, 2006 --
Brenda's Musings - Childhood, by Brenda Beust Smith. Musings

June 8, 2006 --
Christine Keller, a neighbor of two homes in the new Galveston Victorian Experience, is not pleased with the development.  Listen Download

June 1, 2006 --
Change or More of the Same? by Nick LampsonMessage

June 1, 2006 --
As Beach Season Begins, Help Protect America's Coastal Treasures by ASBPA President Harry Simmons. Message

May 29, 2006 --
What If?, A Memorial Day Essay by Jim Guidry Message

May 29, 2006 --
United States Congressman Ron Paul's weekly column is critical of the National Animal Identification System, which was recently approved by the House of Representatives, calling it "an expensive and unnecessary federal program that requires owners of livestock-- cattle, dairy, poultry, and even horses-- to tag animals with electronic tracking devices".  Column 

May 29, 2006 --
American Shore and Beach Preservation Association President Mayor Harry Simmons, delivered a Memorial Day message to the Jersey Shore Partnership’s Summer Event in Sea Bright, New Jersey.  Message

May 28, 2006 --
Independent gubernatorial candidate Kinky Friedman last week demanded that his opponents return the more than $75,000 they received in 2000 and 2001 from the Enron Corp. Political Action Committee and from former Enron chief Kenneth Lay, who was found guilty in one of the biggest corporate scandals in U.S. history. Release

May 28, 2006 --
Congress Full of Constitutionalists? by Bob Smither.  Message

May 26, 2006
-- Support The Public Expression of Religion Act by Louis B. Lerma. Message

May 24, 2006 -
- The Man Who Sold Galveston Island by Randy L. Almaguer.  Message

May 24, 2006 --
Congratulations to Mayor Pro Tem Cones by Elaine Kosty. Message

May 24, 2006 --
Galveston’s Fourth of July Parade and Celebration by Angela Brown. Invitation

May 23, 2006 -
- "Vote Election Day" by James Boyd, Democratic nominee for Galveston County JP 7. Message

May 21, 2006
-- Guest Column by David O'Neal, president of the Galveston Independent School District Board of Trustees.  Column

May 18, 2006 --
Ronald McDonald House Benefit by Pat Lanier.  Invitation

May 15, 2006 --
Galveston Bay Conservation and Preservation Association’s Bay Preservation Jam will be held in the shaded, breezy Landolt Pavilion at the Clear Lake Park Sunday, June 4, 2006 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Invitation

May 12, 2006 --
Mr. Osteen and Taxes by Connie Trube Message

May 11, 2006
-- Mr. Osteen and Water by Leonard Payne. Message

May 9, 2006 --
The Galveston-Houston Association for Smog Prevention applauded State Representative Ana Hernandez for filing legislation regarding air toxics.  Release

May 9, 2006 --
Is The Check In The Mail? by Ryan HendrixMessage

May 8, 2006 -
- So Much for the "Open Process", DeLay’s Style of Backroom Politics Still Plagues TX-22. Release

May 8, 2006 --
Response to Elaine Kosty by Mike Lee. Response

May 8, 2006 --
Local resident, Vance Redden will be on hand Monday evening, May 8th from 5 P.M. till 7 P.M. at  21 to launch and sign his new book, "The Book of Bird, Facing God's Judgment."  Invitation

May 4, 2006 --
Questions About the 306th District Court by Donnie Thibodeaux. Message

May 4, 2006 -
- Please, Uncle Sam, Don't Help Us Again! by Bob Smither. Message

May 4, 2006 --
Questions about 211 and 311
by Pat Johnson Message

May 4, 2006 --
Is Our Mayor Looking Out For Us? by Elaine Kosty Message

May 3, 2006 --
Support Beau Rawlins for Galveston City Council by Lauraleigh Gourley-Vogel. Message

May 3, 2006 --
A Letter to the Editor by Chris Stevens, Candidate for Galveston County Judge. Letter

May 1, 2006 --
Applicants for YOVA Project Sought by James BoydMessage

May 1, 2006 -
- Tax Freedom Day is Wednesday by Cheryl Johnson. Message

May 1, 2006 --
Reminder and Request from Beau Rawlins Candidate for Galveston City Council, District Six. Message

April 30, 2006 --
Re-establish City of Character in League City by Bonnie Wilson. Message

April 30, 2006
-- Five Hour Closed Door Session by Deborah Winters Chaney. Message

April 28, 2006 --
A Message from Galveston City Council Candidate Richard McCauley.
Release

April 27, 2006 --
Galveston County Child Welfare Board Town Hall Meeting by James BoydReport

April 27, 2006 --
Galveston County Tax Assessor/Collector Cheryl E. Johnson will host a Tax Freedom Day Celebration Wednesday, May 3rd from 5 pm to 8 pm at the Gulfway Plaza in La Marque.  Release

April 27, 2007 --
 Kathy Rogers provided her report on the recent Friendswood City Council Candidates’ Forum.  Report  

April 25, 2006 -
- A Letter In Support of Tommy Cones by League City Council Member Jim Nelson.  Letter

April 25, 2006
-- A Letter in Support of Galveston County Judge Jim Yarbrough by Justice of the Peace Candidate James Boyd.  Letter

April 25, 2006 -
- One Question Too Few by Bob Smither.  Message

April 24, 2006 --
Enrique de Leon has taken Electioneering to a New Low by Jerie ConesLetter

April 24, 2006 -
- Coastal Update April 2006 by Jim Blackburn.  Update


April 23, 2006 --
Response to Enrique de Leon by Chris Mallios.  Response

April 23, 2006 -- A little story about Enrique De Leon, Candidate for League City Council by Pat Hallisey. 
Message

April 23, 2006 -
- Galveston Resident Seeks Owner of Lost Items by Bob Lorenzi. Message

April 21, 2006 -
- Commissioners Waste Taxpayers’ Money by Kelly Reyes. Message

April 21, 2006 -
- The New Earth Day by Texas Land Commissioner Jerry PattersonMessage

April 21, 2006
-- "Truth and Facts" about Tommie Cones by Enrique de LeonMessage

April 18, 2006
-Rally with Friends and Relay for the Cure by Dr. B. Mark Evers.  Message


April 17, 2006 --
The Galveston-Trivandrum Sister City Society has initiated a 911 program for Trivandrum. Message

April 14, 2006 --
Albert Choate posted a statement on his Republican nomination for County Commissioner Precinct Two. Statement

April 12
, 2006 -- Dickinson City Council Member Kerry Neves reports on Tuesday's meeting of the city council.
Click Here 

April 10, 2006 -- Comments on the Lampson Rally incident By James Boyd. Message

April 7, 2006 --
United States Senator John Cornyn, chair of the Immigration and Border Security subcommittee, made a statement regarding the proposed “compromise” on immigration reform. Release

April 6, 2006 --
Congressional candidate Nick Lampson has issued a news release regarding an incident reported by a participant at his news conference on Thursday.  Release  Lampson also provided a video of the incident.  Release

April 5, 2006 -
- DeLay Downfall Turns Senate Race into Referendum By Barbara Ann Radnofsky Candidate for US Senate.  Release

April 5, 2006 --
Congressman Tom DeLay on Wednesday sent an open letter to the officers of the United States Capitol Police, expressing his gratitude for their service and support for their force. Letter

April 5, 2006 -
- Dr. Mehlman is Perhaps a Bit "Overblown" for Galveston by Victor Lang. Message

April 5, 2006 --
Thomas Cones For Reelection to League City City Council Release

April 4, 2006 -- 
Representative Taylor Comments on DeLay Resignation. Statement

April 4, 2006 -
- Response to Mike Lee by Pat Hallisey.  Response

April 4, 2006
-- A letter from Texas Republican Party Chair Tina J. Benkiser regarding Tom Delay's announcement that he is withdrawing from his race run for re-election. Letter

April 4, 2006 -- Mike Mehlman, candidate for Mayor of the City of Galveston, offers a sketch of his background in a letter to voters.  Letter 

April 4, 2006 -- A Letter in Support of Albert Choate for Galveston County Commissioner by Sandra Jones Tetley Letter

April 3, 2006 --
A Letter from Mike Lee, Candidate for League City City Council Position 3.  Message

April 3, 2006
--
Guest Editorial by Galveston Independent School District President David O'Neal. Message

April 2, 2006 --
The League of Women Voters of the Galveston Area and the Galveston Alliance of Island Neighborhoods is sponsoring candidate forums for the Galveston College Board of Regents election and the Galveston City Council election on April 18 in the Rosenberg Library Wortham Room.  Details

April 1, 2006 -- Chat With the Chancellor by San Jacinto College Chancellor Dr. Bill Lindemann. Column

March 31, 2006 -
-
American Must Join, Win New "Space Race" by Congressman Tom DeLay. Release

March 31, 2006
--
Information on GOP Runoff Voting in Friendswood by Kathy Rogers.  Message

March 31, 2006 --
Galveston County Tax Assessor-Collector has endorsed Albert Choate in the Republican Runoff for County Commissioner Precinct 2. Release

March 27, 2006
-- United States Senator John Cornyn voted against the Immigration Bill that was passed by the Immigration and Border Security subcommittee on Monday.  Statement

March 23, 2006 --
J.L. “Bubba” Campbell has endorsed Albert Choate in the Republican Runoff for Galveston County Commissioner Precinct 2. Release

March 22, 2006 --
Letter to the Editor from Pat Hallisey about the withdrawal of Katie Benoit from the League City City Council race.  Letter

March 17, 2006
--
Commissioners Court Needs New Leadership by R. L. Wilson.  Message

March 17, 2006 -- 
Jerry Patterson, Commissioner of the Texas General Land Office, released a statement regarding the plans of a Topeka, Kansas-based church to protest at the funeral services of Pfc. Amy Duerksen, who died in Iraq on March 11th. Statement

March 17, 2006 --
Congressman Tom DeLay applauded final passage of the emergency supplemental appropriations bill in the House of Representatives. Release

March 15, 2006
-- Dickinson City Council Member Kerry Neves reports on Tuesday's meeting of the city council. Click Here 

March 15, 2006
-- Galveston County Commissioners Court candidate Albert Choate issued a statement concerning former candidate Kevin O’ Brien’s request for a recount. Message

March 15, 2006 -- Statement by Congressman Tom Delay on the delay of the Shuttle Launch. News Release

March 14, 2006 --
Cheryl Johnson is Doing an Excellent Job for the Taxpayers of Galveston County by Kathy RogersMessage

March 9, 2006 --
Statement regarding the investigation into threats on La Marque Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Adrain Johnson’s life by Lora-Marie Bernard. Statement

March 9, 2006 --
Choate Campaign Surges into Runoff Election. 
News Release

March 8, 2006 --
Guest Editorial on Child Abuse Prevention Month by Greg Abbott, Attorney General of Texas.  Editorial

March 8, 2006 --
Communities in Schools - Bay Area Board President Robert K. Scott is asking businesses and individuals to lend time and financial support to the programs of organization.  Letter

March 7, 2006
-- United States Congressman Tom DeLay released a statement upon receiving his 12th Republican nomination for the 22nd District congressional election in November. Message

March 7, 2006
-- Nick Lampson, candidate for the United States Congress, 22nd District, released a statement on the Primary Election results.  Message

March 6, 2006 --
The Trust for Public Land is working to preserve a natural treasure at McAllis Point. Click Here

March 6, 2006 --
United States Senator John Cornyn, a member of the Judiciary Committee and former Texas Supreme Court Justice, applauded the decision on Monday by the U.S. Supreme Court to allow the military to continue recruiting on college campuses. Message

March 5, 2006 -
- Community “Call to Action” to Address Underage Drinking by Julie Purser, Ph.D.  Column

March 5, 2006 --
John Henry Grady for Judge.
News Release

March 4, 2006 -- FERRY Dust, Concrete and Steel by Richard McCauley, Candidate for Galveston City Council District 6.  Message

March 3, 2006
-- A message from Beau Rawlins, Galveston City Council candidate for District 6. Message

March 3, 2006 -- A message from Richard McCauley, Galveston City Council candidate for District 6. Message

March 3, 2006 -- Vicki Wolf, of Citizens League for Environmental Action Now, outlines Houston Mayor Bill White's environmental agenda for the city.  Message

March 3, 2006 -- Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott spoke recently at the Galveston County Republicans Lincoln Day Dinner.  Photos

February 28, 2006 -
- A Message from John Henry Grady Candidate for County Court Judge 2. Message

February 28, 2006 --
An Update on Kirby Boulevard by Taylor Lake Village Mayor Natalie S O'Neill. Report

February 28, 2006 --
Executive Disdain. an editorial by American Shore and Beach Preservation Association President Harry Simmons, Reprinted from the State Port Pilot of Southport, North Carolina. Editorial

February 28, 2006
-- A letter from James Boyd, Democratic candidate for Justice of the Peace. Letter

February 28, 2006 --
Another Response From Onzelo MarkumResponse

February 27, 2006 --
A Letter in Support of Albert Choate by Charlene Tina BentonLetter

February 27, 2006 --
United States Senator John Cornyn, a member of the Senate’s High Tech Task Force, announced the launch of his new official Senate Web site that he says provides features to improve constituent services and correspondence.  Website

February 27, 2006 --
Members of the Galveston-Trivandrum Sister City Committee have asked President George W. Bush to bring greetings from Galveston when he visits India.  Release

February 26, 2006 --
The Galveston County Republican Party held an election judges and clerks training day on Saturday at the Grand Hotel and Conference Center in La Marque. Release

February 25, 2006
-- Vote Choate for Galveston County Commissioner by Saralyn Richard Message

February 25, 2006 -
- Please Attend CCISD Board Meeting by Cathy WightmanMessage

February 25, 2006 --
Phyllis Wilson Sanborn for League City City Council
News Release

February 25, 2006 --
Nick Lampson’s congressional campaign announced that it has passed that of Tom DeLay in cash on hand. Release

February 25, 2006 --
Attorney General Greg Abbott to speak at Galveston County GOP Lincoln Day Dinner Release

February 24, 2006 --
Choate Campaign Responds to "Smear Attack"
News Release

February 23, 2006
-- Galveston County Republican Party Celebrates Black History Month.  News Release

February 23, 2006 -
- Krewe of Aquarius Visits Galveston Shriners Hospital by Jennifer Overbeck Flores.  Report

February 21, 2006 --
Galveston County Republican Party Chairman Kicks Off Early Voting. 
News Release

February 20, 2006 --
Political Message from Bret Griffin, Candidate for Galveston County County Court 2.  Message

February 17, 2006 --
Congressional candidate Nick Lampson launched his first web video today on his website www.lampson.comRelease

February 16, 2006 --
A Victory for Galveston Bay by the Galveston Bay Conservation and Preservation AssociatioN .  Release

February 15, 2006 -
- Greens across the state of Texas today are calling on their representatives to reject House Resolution 4694, the so-called "Let the People Decide Clean Campaign Act". Release

February 13, 2006 -
- Main Street Issues - Wolf in Sheep's Clothing by D. L. (Don) Seyfert, J.D.  Message

February 13, 2006 -
- A Golden Opportunity by Galveston County Tax Assessor-Collector Cheryl Johnson Column

February 12, 2006 --
State of League City - Article Correction by Onzelo Markum. Message

February 10, 2006 -
- Op-Ed: National Salute to Hospitalized Veterans by Secretary of Veterans Affairs R. James Nicholson. Message

February 10, 2006 --
Guest column by Galveston Independent School Board President David H. O’Neal, Jr. Column

February 8, 2006 --
Hutchison Bows to Radnofsky Pressure for VA Hospital.  News Release

February 7, 2006 --
The FY 2007 Corps Budget Proposal Gets an “F” For Failure to Protect Americans From Storm Damage - A News Release from the American Shore and Beach Preservation Association. Release 

February 7, 2006
-- Victory For Fiscal Responsibility by Don Johnson.  Message

February 7, 2006
--
Independent Gubernatorial Candidate Says $3 Billion Budget Surplus Should Be Returned to Taxpayers by Laura Stromberg.  News Release

February 6, 2006 -
- A Letter of Support for Albert Choate for Commissioner by Nelson Byrd. Message

February 4, 2006 --
Political Signs Misleading by D. R. CarterLetter

February 4, 2006 --
Comments on Border Violence by Senator John Cornyn.  Message

February 4, 2006 -
- Leave Our Library Alone - a response to Commissioner Ken Clark by Kat Hale.  Message

February 3, 2006 --
Comments on Dog in the Night by Ken Clark.  Letter

February 3, 2006 -
- The Galveston County Democrats Club has announced its endorsements in the Democratic Primary Election.  News Release

February 3, 2006 --
Fred Nelson Endorses Albert Choate for Galveston County Commissioner.  Message

January 30, 2006 --
United Republicans of Harris County announced its 2006 Primary Endorsements at a press conference at the Doubletree Hotel by the Galleria. Release

January 30, 2006 --
Elaine Kosty Responds to League City Mayor Jerry Shults' ResponseResponse

January 30, 2006 -
- Tim Paulissen – Conservative Leadership for League City’s Future - a News Release.  Release

January 30, 2006 --
Response to Elaine Kosty's Criticism* of New League City Policy by Dawn Kilgore.  Message

January 28, 2006 -
- America Remembers Challenger Tragedy, Looks Ahead to Future by Congressman Tom DeLay Message

January 25, 2006 --
Dickinson City Council Member Kerry Neves reports on Tuesday's meeting of the city council. Click Here

January 25, 2006
-- Check Out the Corpus Christi Caller Times for Beach Access Articles, by Greg Roof  Message

January 25, 2006 --
Clear Creek Independent School District Is Top In The Nation For Fiscal Accountability
by Paul McLarty.  Guest Editorial

January 22, 2005 -
- Comments on Behavior on the Bolivar Peninsula by Edith Watson.  Message

January 22, 2006 -
- You Cannot Analyze What You Cannot Quantify by Nancy KesslingMessage

January 20, 2006 --
Statement by Lynn Hale, Galveston Independent School District Superintendent of Schools, regarding her decision to vacate her position as superintendent.  Statement

January 20, 2006 -
- Questions About League City Proclamation Policy by Elaine Kosty.  Message

January 17, 2006 --
Comments on Friendswood Independent School District by Nancy Conboy Kessing.  Message

January 15, 2006 --
Juan Peña has announced his candidacy for Galveston City Council District 3.  Announcement

January 14, 2006
-- Comments on the Seabrook Volunteer Fire Department by former Seabrook Mayor Jack Fryday.  Message


January 10, 2006 --
Senators Kay Bailey Hutchison and John Cornyn wrote to President Bush requesting his approval of a major disaster declaration for Texas in response to the fires.  Letter

January 10, 2006 --
Friendswood resident Bret Griffin recently filed to run for Judge of Galveston County Court at Law #2.  Release

January 10, 2006 --
Marc Hoskins, grandson of the late Leroy G. Hoskins, Jr. and Vernelle Hoskins, and son of Attorney Robert and Billie Hoskins, will run for the Galveston City Council District 2 seat in the upcoming election. Release

January 7, 2006 --
Democrats turned out for the Turn Texas Blue Reception and Banquet organized by Galveston County Democratic Party Chair Lloyd Criss. Photos and Audio

January 7, 2006 --
Congressman Tom DeLay has informed House Speaker Dennis Hastert
that he is giving up his post as House Majority Leader. Letter

January 6, 2006 -
- CCISD Board Shares Long-Range Plan with Cities by Clear Creek ISD Board of Trustees President Robert Allen Davee.  Guest Column


January 5, 2006 --
Lone Star Sierra Club and SEED Coalition Call on Governor Perry to Follow Illinois' Lead. Release

January 4, 2006 --
Galveston County Republican Party Chairman Kevin Corcoran today announced a strong, qualified and conservative group of candidates seeking the Republican nomination in the March primary.  Release

January 3, 2006 --
Hindsight is better than Foresight by Brenda Beust-Smith.  Opinion

January 3, 2006 --
Matula Files for State Representative District 129
News Release

December 31, 2005 --
Republican Judge Miles Whittington Files to Reclaim 212th District Court. 
Release

December 29, 2005 -
-  Judge John Ellisor Seeks Second Term On the 122nd Judicial District Court Release

December 29, 2005 -
- Senator Hutchison Reneges on Veterans’ Hospital Promise by Seth Davidson Release

December 23, 2005 -
- Albert Choate has filed for Galveston County Commissioner Precinct 2 News Release

December 20, 2005
-- When Generosity Gets Taken Advantage Of, An Open Letter to the Residents of Louisiana Living in Houston by Artee T. Jones Letter

December 16, 2005 --
Galveston County Commissioner Ken Clark has filed for reelection Release

December 16, 2005 -
- Congressman Ron Paul has filed for reelection Release

December 15, 2005 -
- An Invitation To Help Elves and More by Erin Stoffel.  Message

December 14, 2005 -
- Comments on the FISD Bond Election by Nancy Kessling  Message
 
December 14, 2005 --
Choate Campaign Announces Steering Committee a News Release Release

December 13, 2005 -
- Comments on Rita Coverage by the National Media by Charles Jehlen Message

December 12, 2005 --
Galveston County Treasurer Kevin Walsh has filed to run for reelection in the Republican Primary.  Announcement

December 12, 2005 --
Galveston City Council Member Cornelia Harris-Banks has filed to run for Harris County Treasurer in the Democratic primary.  Listen

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