WEDNESDAY VOLUME XXX NUMBER 44 Section 1 8 pages
November 5, 2025 Home of the ‘Lone Star Flag’ and Colin Rodgers
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Texas Lainey Wilson Conquers Weekly The Woodlands in her Gas Prices Whirlwind Tour stop
Average gasoline prices in Texas have fallen 9.6 cents per gallon in the last week, a v e r a g i n g $ 2 . 4 8 / g t o d a y, according to GasBuddy's survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 28.5 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 8.7 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has increased 2.5 cents compared to a week ago and stands at $3.663 per gallon. According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Texas was priced at $2.01/g yesterday while the most expensive was $3.99/g, a difference of $1.98/g. The lowest price in the state yesterday was $2.01/g while the highest was $3.99/g, a difference of $1.98/g. The national average price of gasoline has fallen 1.4 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $2.99/g today. The national average is down 14.8 cents per gallon from a month ago and stands 6.6 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: November 3, 2024: $2.56/g (U.S. Average: $3.05/g) November 3, 2023: $2.87/g (U.S. Average: $3.40/g) November 3, 2022: $3.15/g (U.S. Average: $3.77/g) November 3, 2021: $3.06/g (U.S. Average: $3.40/g) November 3, 2020: $1.78/g (U.S. Average: $2.10/g) November 3, 2019: $2.26/g (U.S. Average: $2.60/g) November 3, 2018: $2.49/g (U.S. Average: $2.75/g) November 3, 2017: $2.26/g (U.S. Average: $2.52/g) November 3, 2016: $2.02/g (U.S. Average: $2.22/g) November 3, 2015: $1.92/g (U.S. Average: $2.19/g) Neighboring areas and their current gas prices: Midland Odessa- $2.60/g, up 11.6 cents per gallon from last week's $2.48/g. San Antonio- $2.41/g, down 15.6 cents per gallon from last week's $2.57/g. Austin- $2.42/g, down 15.7 cents per gallon from last week's $2.58/g. “The national average once again briefly dipped below the $3 per gallon mark, but the drop will be short-lived,” said Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy. “Gas prices are likely to rebound soon in the Great Lakes states due to ongoing refinery challenges, while a new snag at a California refinery may slow the pace of declines on the West Coast. To top it off, OPEC+ announced another boost to oil production for December over the weekend, though they also signaled a pause in further increases from January through March. For now, expect the national average to hover in the low-$3 range, potentially drifting lower once refinery issues are resolved.” SOURCE GasBuddy
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by Ruben Borjas, Jr Lainey Wilson … Two small words. One word describes her … LEGEND!!! The Nashville based singer from northeast Louisiana, was back at the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands this past Saturday, following the unfortunate cancellation of her September concert date due to vocal issues. And e v e n w i t h t h e disappointment, Lainey made the right decision. Forcing the concert would have made it worse, and her public apology without makeup at the time, made her look even more real than she ever could be. Wilson isn’t invincible, no one is; and the cool November air was quite a contrast to the sticky S e p t e m b e r w e a t h e r, making the event even more cozy and enjoyable. Ye s , L a i n e y W i l s o n marched into The Woodlands on Saturday, with the antepenultimate stop of her Whirlwind World Tour, and marched out victorious, leaving 16,500 fans with living memories of having seen the great lady in concert. Wilson started her 2025 tour in March hitting all the European hot spots,
Lainey Wilson, in her stunning red leather outfit she wore at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion in The Woodlands this past Saturday, while performing in one of the final few concerts of her 2025 Whirlwind World Tour. Photo credit: Lainey Wilson A n t w e r p , B e r l i n , b e f o r e s t a r t i n g t h e the end of May, and now Copenhagen, Glasgow, American leg of her tour in London, Paris, and Zurich, Florida and Kentucky at See Wilson , page 2
Interfaith Invites The Community To Support Holiday Giving Programs quickly approaches, Interfaith of The Woodlands is calling on the community to join in spreading joy and hope through its annual Holiday GIVING Programs. Each year, Interfaith serves nearly 10,000 local individuals, families, and Seniors who need extra support during the holidays. Through the generosity of donors, THE WOODLANDS, v o l u n t e e r s , a n d l o c a l TX – As the holiday season
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partners, Interfaith ensures local families by providing that every neighbor in need requested holiday gifts for can experience the warmth their children. · H o l i d a y To y and magic of the season. Drive: Join us in bringing Interfaith's Holiday joy to children of all ages GIVING Programs offer b y d o n a t i n g n e w , multiple ways for the u n w r a p p e d t o y s . c o m m u n i t y t o c o m e Donations are distributed t o g e t h e r a n d m a k e a through Interfaith of The Woodlands, where parents difference: · Adopt-a-Family: can select gifts for their Community members, children. Please submit businesses, and organizations can “adopt” See GIVING , page 2
From Veterans to Everyday Heroes: Margaritaville Lake Resort Extends Special Rate to all Who Serve Montgomery, Texas What started as a way to support military and veterans at Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston has now expanded to reward all w h o s e r v e o u r communities. Now through the end of the month, the resort is inviting veterans, active military, teachers, and first responders to enjoy a welldeserved mid-week retreat with rates starting at just $ 9 9 . I t ’s t h e p e r f e c t opportunity to relax, recharge, and soak up some lakeside fun. “Our initiative began as a way to honor the service of retired and active military,” said Tom Faust, vice president of sales and marketing for Margaritaville Lake Resort. “Over time, we realized that teachers and first responders also give so much every day to our communities. This offer is our way of expressing gratitude to all of them and giving them a chance to relax and enjoy some wellearned fun.” Heroes who take advantage of this offer can unwind in an islandinspired waterfront paradise just a short drive from the greater Houston area. They can relax in allsuite accommodations in the guest tower or a lakeside cottage and enjoy a wide range of amenities, including Jolly Mon, the 3.5-acre water park with two heated pools; an 18hole golf course; the St. Somewhere Spa; and six Margaritaville-inspired restaurants and bars. To take advantage of this special hero rate, eligible guests can book directly through the Margaritaville Lake Resort website. The offer is valid for Sunday through Thursday stays and is subject to availability. For more information and to book your escape, visit the website.