WEDNESDAY VOLUME XXVIII NUMBER 32 Section 1 8 pages
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Texas Montgomery ISD Recieved Weekly 2023 Honor School Gas Prices Average gasoline prices in Texas have risen 3.3 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.45/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 35.4 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 5.0 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has risen 14.9 cents in the last week and stands at $4.143 per gallon. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Texas was priced at $2.91/g yesterday while the most expensive was $4.40/g, a difference of $1.49/g. The lowest price in the state yesterday was $2.91/g while the highest was $4.40/g, a difference of $1.49/g. The national average price of gasoline has risen 7.8 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.79/g today. The national average is up 28.1 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands 22.0 cents per gallon lower than a year ago, according to GasBuddy data compiled from more than 11 million weekly price reports covering over 150,000 gas stations across the country. Historical gasoline prices in Texas and the national average going back ten years: August 7, 2022: $3.50/g (U.S. Average: $4.01/g) August 7, 2021: $2.85/g (U.S. Average: $3.19/g) August 7, 2020: $1.85/g (U.S. Average: $2.18/g) August 7, 2019: $2.42/g (U.S. Average: $2.68/g) August 7, 2018: $2.64/g (U.S. Average: $2.86/g) August 7, 2017: $2.16/g (U.S. Average: $2.35/g) August 7, 2016: $1.94/g (U.S. Average: $2.12/g) August 7, 2015: $2.41/g (U.S. Average: $2.62/g) August 7, 2014: $3.31/g (U.S. Average: $3.47/g) August 7, 2013: $3.45/g (U.S. Average: $3.59/g) Neighboring areas and their current gas prices: Midland Odessa- $3.40/g, up 1.1 cents per gallon from last week's $3.39/g. San Antonio- $3.34/g, down 8.4 cents per gallon from last week's $3.43/g. Austin- $3.41/g, down 4.8 cents per gallon from last week's $3.46/g. "Average gasoline prices continued to move up last week thanks to a continued rise in oil and continued pressure from hot weather that impacted refineries. However, the pace of increases has started to slow down over the last few days, and for now, appears to have hit a peak over the weekend and is beginning to gently fall," said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. "The price of diesel, however, continues to rise at a fairly strong pace, with average prices up nearly 15 cents per gallon from a week ago. Diesel will likely continue to see upward momentum while gasoline price increases should become more limited. But, with oil remaining under pressure from Saudi Arabia extending its 1 million barrel per day production cut into September, the respite from gasoline rising may not last long. Plus, there remain unknowns about hurricane season that will likely become more active in the weeks ahead." SOURCE GasBuddy
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Hurricane Season 2023 Planning Steps for People Who May Need Extra Help Monday, August 7, 2023- Hurricanes are becoming more intense and more destructive as these storms bring increased rainfall and higher storm surges due to the worsening climate crisis. Of the 10 most costly weather disasters in U.S. history, eight are hurricanes. These powerful storms not only cause problems for people in coastal areas but can also cause damage hundreds of miles inland. The American Red Cross is preparing to respond if necessary and urges everyone to get ready too.
Five school boards from across Texas have been selected as Honor School Boards as part of the 2023 TASA School Board Awards. Each year, the program recognizes outstanding Texas school boards for commitment and service that has made a positive impact on Texas public school students. The five Honor Boards were selected by a committee of Texas school superintendents, chaired by Lake Dallas ISD Superintendent Kristin Brown, who was the superintendent of Lyford CISD last year, when the
district's school board was named the 2022 Outstanding School Board upon her nomination. The selection committee’s decisions were based on criteria that include: support for educational performance, support for educational improvement projects, commitment to a code of ethics, and maintenance of harmonious and supportive relationships among board members. The five school boards selected as 2023 Texas Honor School Boards are: Corsicana ISD Board of Trustees, Region 12,
Diane Frost, nominating superintendent The School Board Awards Committee was impressed by the Corsicana ISD board's pursuit of their own professional learning, strong communication, community engagement, and their support of the district. Superintendent Diane Frost said of the board in her nomination: "None of what we do for the children of this community would be possible without the leadership and guidance of the Corsicana ISD School Board. These men and
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Decide how to best protect your home from high winds and flooding. Plan how you will evacuate and how you will shelter safely at home. Take three important steps ? get a kit, make a plan and be informed. Learn more here. Some people may need extra attention during an emergency. For them, planning ahead is crucial. And don’t forget your pets ? they depend on you for their safety.
women serve without compensation, giving of their time and their talents to support the mission and vision of CISD. They are strong advocates for public education and work tirelessly to ensure that we have the resources, systems, and policies in place to ensure that every child’s needs are met every day. In CISD, we are focused on Every Tiger. Every Day." STEPS FOR OLDER Crowley ISD Board of ADULTS Tr u s t e e s , R e g i o n 11 ,
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New Danville Names Local Executive as New Leader, Mike Painter
New Danville, a nonprofit serving special needs adults, has a new leader. The board selected Mike Painter, the former Director of Programs at the Montgomery County Food Bank (MCFB) to serve as the President and CEO beginning on August 7. In his former role, Mike oversaw all of MCFB’s outside partnerships in the community, including 80 partner agencies and 70 schools, as well as multiple senior living communities and apartment complexes. “I saw tremendous growth while at MCFB,” he said, “and I love New Danville’s strategic plan for continued growth to serve more clients from the area. New Danville has a sterling reputation, and I look forward to carrying its mission throughout the Community............2, 3, 4, 8 community.” Mike’s background Commentary.......................3, 4 includes being an equity Devotional..........................5 partner and trial lawyer in Legals.................................6 the Medical Malpractice
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Division at Orgain, Bell and Tucker, as well as serving as CEO and General Counsel of a multi-office, franchised home health company. Chair of the New Danville Board of Directors, Brittany Sloan, said, “The board is excited about Mike bringing his leadership skills and community connections to New Danville at this time o f t h e o rg a n i z a t i o n ’s history. We look forward to great things.” Mike is married to Margie Seber Painter, an Assistant Attorney General for the State of Texas. They have two sons, one who is a cadet at West Point and another who attends The Wo o d l a n d s C h r i s t i a n Academy. New Danville is a nonprofit community located on 42 acres in Willis for special needs Mike Painter, to serve as the President and CEO adults and those who need beginning on August 7 similar services. It strives to empower and support its clients and residents as grow to their potential. they live, learn, work and
* Understand how your medical, physical and cognitive needs may affect your ability to respond to an emergency. * Consider what you may need if the power goes out, you have to stay home for two weeks or more, or if you have to evacuate. * What help do you need and who can help you. * Identify helpers ? include family, friends, neighbors, caregivers and care providers to build your network of people who may be able to assist you or that you can assist. * Meet with your helpers to assess your needs and plan together. * If you require power to operate medical devices or keep medicines cold, make a back-up plan. * Keep at least 30 days of medications and extra items such as a cane or eyeglasses. Plan for your food needs if you follow a special diet. * Get batteries to back up devices that require power. * Keep an up-to-date list of medical information ? conditions, allergies, medications, prescription records, doctors and insurance cards. PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES * Mobility, hearing, learning, or seeing disabilities can create specific needs for individuals responding to an emergency. * Create a personal support network and make a plan after thinking about these topics: * Do you regularly need
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