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Are you in a dangerous occupation?
Are you in a dangerous occupation?
Editor’s note: This is a reprinted column from Jack Purcell’s “On the Journey” archives. It originally appeared in The Star in 2013. 09/25/2022 12:00 AM
Should you own bonds when interest rates rise?
Should you own bonds when interest rates rise?
As you know, the stock market has attracted a lot of attention – and for good reason, as we’ve seen considerable volatility almost from the beginning of the year. But if you own bonds, or bondbased mutual funds, you might also have some concerns. However, it’s important to understand why bonds should continue to be an important part of your portfolio. 09/25/2022 12:00 AM
Women’s Shelter celebrates continued operations
Women’s Shelter celebrates continued operations
Women’s Shelter celebrates continued operations 09/25/2022 12:00 AM
Statewide Offices: Comptroller
Statewide Offices: Comptroller
For my next column to describe the important statewide races on the November 8 ballot and the Democratic vision for that office, I’ll review the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA). 09/25/2022 12:00 AM
Hispanic Texans likely largest demographic group
Hispanic Texans likely largest demographic group
The U.S. Census Bureau released its latest estimate, which indicates Hispanic residents in Texas make up more of the state’s population than white residents. The new population figures from the American Community Survey indicate Hispanic Texans comprise 40.2% of the state’s population last year, while non-Hispanic white Texans made up 39.4%, as reported in the Texas Tribune. 09/21/2022 12:00 AM
MOWW honors several, learns about Warrior Defense Project
MOWW honors several, learns about Warrior Defense Project
The Hill Country Chapter of the Military Order of the World Wars (MOWW) held its September chapter meeting at St. Helena’s Episcopal Church in Boerne where a chapter member and two Boerne youths were honored for their service. 09/21/2022 12:00 AM
Dealing with Bullying
Dealing with Bullying
Q: We recently moved, and we’re afraid our son is being bullied at his new school. Do you have any advice? 09/21/2022 12:00 AM
Chronic pain in your pets: Part One
Chronic pain in your pets: Part One
Causes, symptoms and prevention 09/21/2022 12:00 AM
Cardiovascular disease looks different in women vs. men
Cardiovascular disease looks different in women vs. men
Dear Doctors: I’m a 38-year-old woman in good health. I kept getting a tight chest while running, so my doctor did some tests. He said my heart looked fine. But when I went for a second opinion, I was diagnosed with microvascular disease. I’ve never even heard of that before. What is it? Dear Reader: You’ve introduced a topic of great importance to women of all ages: the fact that cardiovascular disease often takes a different form -- and comes with different symptoms -- in women than in men. 09/21/2022 12:00 AM
“The Big Give” to Give Hope on Sept. 22-23
“The Big Give” to Give Hope on Sept. 22-23
Hill Country Daily Bread Ministries will again participate in The Big Give annual fundraiser. This 24-hour, South Central Texas event is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families through nonprofit organizations in the region. Community members are asked to donate to help transform the lives of residents in need by giving to local nonprofit organizations during The Big Give, which will take place Thursday, Sept. 22, through Friday, Sept. 23. 09/19/2022 10:45 AM
What should you know about IRA rollovers?
What should you know about IRA rollovers?
FINANCIAL FOCUS 09/18/2022 12:00 AM
Fall is here, there and especially in Comfort
Fall is here, there and especially in Comfort
COMFORT CHAMBER CHAT 09/18/2022 12:00 AM
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