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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 →: 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…
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Continue reading →: Title IX
Originally enacted in 1972, Title IX is the civil rights law that bans sex-based discrimination against students, employees and others affiliated with schools or any other education program that receives federal funding. President Biben has proposed the law to be expanded to include discrimination based on gender identity, harassment protections…
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Continue reading →: Rising Star Athletics
The Wildcat athletic department is extensive. Many parents don’t like the heavy focus on sports. However the track, golf and the track teams all received medals the past month. The Olympics in Paris in fall 2024 is hosting golf, tennis and track this year. There are dozens of sports competitions…
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Continue reading →: The Town Eccentric
Not sure if Kenny Rutledge got the Open Air Market date mixed up or what, but he was seen selling his oddities in his usual spot last weekend. Kenny is a staple vendor at the Open Air Market. Maybe he couldn’t wait to showcase his stuff this month. The Rutledge…
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Continue reading →: Jackie Bibby, The Texas Snakeman
Driving down Main Street you will see a painting of Jackie Bibby on a window. This man has truly lived. He is a multiple world record holder, appearing in movies and on TV shows. Jackie has a wide variety of special skills besides World Champion Snake Handling. The list includes:…