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by Russell Gloor, National Social Security Advisor at the AMAC Foundation, the non-profit arm of the Association of Mature American Citizens

by Russell Gloor, National Social Security Advisor at the AMAC Foundation, the non-profit arm of the Association of Mature American Citizens

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Will IRA Withdrawals Affect My Medicare Premiums?

News Staff
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Dear Rusty: I am a member of AMAC and learn so much from the Ask Rusty column. I hope you can give me some information about a question that has come up in my family. My husband is retired and has reached full retirement age. He is considering withdrawing money from an IRA to pay off our mortgage.
My five cents

My five cents

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My five cents

Robert Lee Nichols
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
This week, we celebrate our Independence Day on July 4th. Have a safe holiday and enjoy the fireworks!Here are five things happening around your state:1.
Fire safety urged for Fourth

Fire safety urged for Fourth

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Fire safety urged for Fourth

News Staff
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
AUSTIN— With the Fourth of July bringing a possible four-day weekend for lucky Texans, the Texas A&M Forest Service urges outdoor enthusiasts to exercise fire safety outdoors, especially when using fireworks, or starting campfires to roast hot dogs and toast marshmallows.Approximately 90% of...
“Immortal” Texans Punch Wilson’s Ticket

“Immortal” Texans Punch Wilson’s Ticket

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“Immortal” Texans Punch Wilson’s Ticket

Texas History
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
On the Fourth of July 112 years ago this week, 40 delegates to the Democratic national convention boarded a train in Baltimore for the long ride back to Texas proud of the fact they had earned a place in history.Although he remained a revered icon, William Jennings Bryan realized his three defeats,...
Social Security Matters

Social Security Matters

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Social Security Matters

News Staff
Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Ask Rusty – Grieving Husband Asks About His Survivor BenefitsDear Rusty: My wife died May 4, 2024. I notified Social Security, and they have removed the direct deposit made to my joint checking account on May 8, 2024.
Electric demand could nearly double by 2030

Electric demand could nearly double by 2030

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Electric demand could nearly double by 2030

News Staff
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
The chief of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas told state lawmakers recently that the state’s power demand could nearly double in just six years.
Drought conditions ease slightly while heat dome returns

Drought conditions ease slightly while heat dome returns

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Drought conditions ease slightly while heat dome returns

News Staff
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Drought conditions across the state dropped a percentage point in May compared to the previous month, with 26% of the state in some stage of drought, primarily in West and South Texas and parts of the Panhandle.Massive storms in late April and into May caused flooding and wind damage in East and...

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Missing funds prompts Vidor ISD investigation

News Staff
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
5 years agoJune 20, 2019: After holding a public hearing on proposed Ambulance Ordinance changes, the Board of Commissioners of the Orange County Emergency Services District #1 voted on Tuesday night to submit their proposed changes to the ambulance ordinance to the City of Vidor, Pine Forest and...
Texas History By Bartee Haile

Texas History By Bartee Haile

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Texas Officer Swipes Priceless Art Treasures

Texas History
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
From Germany on Jun. 19, 1945, Lt. Joe Tom Meador wrote to the folks back home in Whitewright, Texas to ask “if my packages are getting home.”Two months earlier almost to the day, the 87th Armored Field Artillery occupied the medieval town of Quedlinburg 100 miles southwest of Berlin in the last...
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