The 501

Stump AI. It’s the newest game in town.Inasmuch as I have drunk three cups of morning coffee and still don’t know what to write about as this week unfolds, I’m thinking about checking in with Google, assuming Google is AI-based, and trying to stump the allknowing answer giver.

Sydaptic makes headway on upgrades at Dalby facility

During the last two commissioner courts on Friday, November 15, and Monday, November 25, commissioner Giles Dalby gave a report on the work being completed at the Dalby facility. Sydaptic, Inc.

Governor Abbott appoints Petrilla, Tidwell to Advisory Council on Emergency Medical Services

OFFICE OF THE TEXAS GOVERNORGreg Abbott has appointed Brian Petrilla and Rodney Tidwell to the Advisory Council on Emergency Medical Services for terms set to expire on January 1, 2030.

One to watch

There’s a sweet little show on Netflix right now. Catch if you can.“A Man on the Inside” can be enjoyed for its storyline alone. The eight-episode feature series should also be appreciated for its reminders about how we treat people, especially the elderly and those who take care of them.

Abbott issues orders targeting China

issued three executive orders last week targeting the Chinese government and the Chinese Communist Party, The Dallas Morning News reported.

The prescription

My brother-in-law Tim has a gift for using puns and gets a kick out of finding those eyeroll-inducing phrases on social media posts. He texted this one the other day: “The Spaniards harvested these crystals and sent them by ship back to Europe.

Lyntegar accepts applications to send students to Washington, D.C.

The Government-in-Action Youth Tour is an allexpense- paid trip for qualifying high school students from rural areas served by electric cooperatives.

More than 1,500 bills filed as session approaches

Texas lawmakers last week filed more than 1,500 bills ahead of the next legislative session, which begins Jan. 14. The Houston Chronicle reported the proposed measures cover a range of topics ranging from border security to abortion access, education and other issues.

GOP win raises stakes for Cornyn’s leadership bid

With Republicans regaining majority control of the Senate, U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, is making his bid to become that chamber’s majority leader. U.S. Sen. Mitch McConnell, RKentucky, had previously announced hewouldstepdown as party leader.

A minor prophet (and some music) will light the way

A school teacher teaches. A writer writes. Both of those demand more of me sometimes than I am able to give.Post-election 2024 is one of those times.