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Continue reading →: Twinkle City News
Twinkle City updates articles periodically. To make it very clear this page is writing an opinion on the town. This is a blog about opinions Twinkle City has about articles, Facebook posts, and public information. If you want something written about, email twinklecitynews@gmail.com. Thank you
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Continue reading →: Kennedy on the Ballot
With the Presidential election approaching, the rematch between Biden and Trump now has an independent contender. Robert Kennedy Jr. is now on the ballot. After the last 8 years of turmoil, maybe it is time to switch things up with environmental attorney, Kennedy. Voting die hard Republican may not be…
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Continue reading →: Born to be Free
Van Morrison song Born to be Free “Well, well the birds in the the treesKnow something we can’t see‘Cos they know, we were born, to be freeDon’t need the government cramping my styleGive them an inch, they take a mileTake you in with a phony smile, wouldn’t you agreeThe new…
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Continue reading →: Respect and Responsibility
Children used to be raised with the concept there are consequences for their actions. Not only would the school get your parents on your ass. Your parents would then tell their friends to ridicule you and state how much trouble you received so you wouldn’t forget. Spare the rod spoil…
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Continue reading →: The Latest Hypocrite
Mr. Travis Alford decided to comment on some of our articles regarding the school. Weird that Travis Alford is coming to the towns defense and blames a principal for everything. His father in law is the same guy who left a gun in the bathroom. Why wasn’t he speaking up…
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Continue reading →: Small Town Small Mind
Funny how some people are quick to say “grow a spine”, but wishes them harm in the same sentence like losing someone’s livelihood. That’s literally like saying “say it to my face so I can punish you.” These articles aren’t based on one person’s opinion. They are a mass collective…
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Continue reading →: 1st Amendment
America, the land of the free. Many can even name all the Amendments, let alone name the ones that impact our lives daily. First amendment, Freedom of speech. Not only does it provide the freedom to express opinions, it gives Twinkle City the freedom of press. Gives you the freedom…
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Continue reading →: School Board Matters
“Parents should feel free to go to the School Board with the problems but it’s hard to do this when everyone is related to each other, friends with one another or they are just as corrupt as the rest.”, a concerned parent writes. “One board member is married to Teacher/Coach and…
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Continue reading →: Sports of Course
According to reports, an incident occurred during the football playoff game in 2022. “A star player was caught with a Vape and it was swept under the rug so he could play. Mr. Jones, Coach Stevens, and Coach Lawerance all looked for a way out of punishment until after the…
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Continue reading →: Shutting Down the Powers at Be
Parents can not take anymore. The things at the school are so bad and its just getting worse. The Boys Club article hit so many nails on the head, and instead of improving the environment, the administration is doubling down. Below is one account of things transpiring in the School…
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Continue reading →: After the Baptism
A week after flash flooding swept through the town people are trying to pick up the pieces of their lives. No certainty has been given on when aid will arrive and how much will be allotted to each family affected. This is a time to count your blessings and fight…
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Continue reading →: City Council Meeting Tonight May 9th
With the flood many people may have forgotten there’s a city council meeting. Will citizens show up to voice their frustrations? How will the new public officials be? Meeting is tonight at 6pm at City Hall.
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Continue reading →: Flood Clean Up
Make sure your vaccines are up to date. You might want to make sure you get your tetanus shot as clean up continues. People should wear pants, long sleeves, boots and gloves. Protect your eyes, nose and lungs. Buy goggles and an N-95 mask at the hardware store and use…
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Continue reading →: Flooding in the Town
After the Local Elections, The Open Market, and a flood swept through the town, Rising Star had a busy day May 4th. Today seems to be even busier. Most of the businesses Downtown had significant flooding. Others had to deal with backed up sewage. The mass majority is cleaning up…
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Continue reading →: Generational Curse
In Twinkle City you’ll hear, “My daddy did this” or “My grandaddy did that”. Must be fun riding a dead man’s coat tails but what are you doing besides that? Do you think people care what your ancestors did if you are a trash individual? All you do is use…
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Continue reading →: Elections Tomorrow, May 4th
Cast your votes tomorrow at Rising Star Volunteer Fire Department, 107 W Mill Street, Rising Star, TX 76471. Polling will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., May 4, 2024, for voting in a General Election, to nominate four (4) Council Members and one (1) Mayor seat. COUNCIL: Johnny HubbardJune…