Carbon Caucus discusses climate change
      The first meeting of the Texas Carbon Caucus took place recently at the state capitol. Organized by Rep. Warren Chism (R-Pampa), the meeting offered discussion on innovative ways to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases. Rep. Jimmie Don Aycock (RKilleen) was among those in attendance.
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Parents urged to use caution in swimming pools, vehicles
      There is no better way to beat the heat this summer than a family outing to the beach or swimming pool. Yet it only takes minutes for a child to drown when adults aren't paying close attention. And as temperatures rise, so does the danger to children left unattended in cars.
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Teacher education program offered in Marble Falls
      The Texas Tech Teacher Education Program first cohort will begin classes in Marble Falls Aug. 26. This new undergraduate program allows a student to earn a degree and become a teacher without leaving the Hill Country. Expected enrollment at TTU for junior and senior level education courses is 15 ...
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Cemetery association board to gather Friday
      The executive board of Oak Hill Cemetery Association will meet Friday at 4 p.m. at the City Administration Building conference room. The public is welcome to attend.
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Honoring a soldier
      Members of the Patriot Guard and a Fort Hood honor guard, above left, stand vigil at the funeral service for Spc. Thomas Franklin Duncan III, a soldier who was killed in Iraq in the line of duty. Duncan was a former Lampasas resident.
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