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July 3-12: The Terrell Freedom Fest Carnival will be held at The Shops at Terrell, located at 301 Tanger Drive, from July 3-12 each night beginning at 6 p.m. Unlimited ride wristbands are available for $35 for Monday-Friday and regular pricing on Saturday/Sunday.

Recently, I watched a video of a NCAA Division I football coach screaming at a player, using every foul word imaginable in an attempt to make a point. The lesson I learned had nothing to do with football.

June 20: Association of Breezy Hill Park will be hosting a Domino Tournament on Saturday, June 20 at Breezy Hill Park. Registration will begin at 9 a.m.

It’s not experience, it’s the person One of the most common debates in leadership revolves around hiring and promotion decisions. Should an organization select the individual with years of experience, or invest in someone with less experience but tremendous potential? After more than four decades in coaching, education, and administration, I have come to a simple conclusion: it is not experience that determines success.

June 1-29: Al-anon meetings for family and friends of alcoholics will be held each Monday at 12 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, located on 503 W.

STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS After public outcry, a physical border wall through Big Bend National Park appears to be on hold, The Texas Tribune reported. In February, the Trump administration waived more than two dozen environmental laws in order to clear the way for a 150-mile-long wall through West Texas, including Big Bend and the adjoining state park.

For nearly half a century, the Iranian regime has funded terrorism, killed American troops, and pursued nuclear weapons while chanting ‘Death toAmerica.’ Despite this threat, too many American presidents drew symbolic red lines and issued warnings that Tehran never truly feared. The result was an emboldened Iran that attacked American interests and destabilized the region.

Tax credits are some of the most valuable tools around to help cut your tax bill. But figuring out how to use these credits on your tax return can get complicated very quickly. Here’s what you need to know.

February 14: The No. 1 BFTS Museum is hosting a free Veterans breakfast at 119 Silent Wings Blvd.

Early voting in the March 3 Primary Election begins Tuesday, Feb. 17 and concludes on Friday, Feb.