Editor, the Advocate:Thank you for printing articles from writers such as Joe Galloway. It always makes my day to read articles from experienced, insightful writers such as him. His insights on war, soldiers' lives and his critical analysis of our leadership is poignant but necessary. more >>
Editor, the Advocate: At approximately 7:40 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8, our next door neighbor rang our doorbell and said she smelled gas between her house and the one on the other side of her. My husband went with her to check, and they returned to our house and called CenterPoint Energy at 7:50 p.m. to report a gas leak. more >>
Editor, the Advocate: Recently, I attended a meeting where the Victoria Transit Agency wanted public comment on their rate increases. Most were moderate and reasonable except one. That one was raising the rates for para-transit from 60 cents to $2 per trip. For those who don't know what para-transit is, it is a pickup service for those with serious medical problems, so much so, that they can't drive themselves. Most of these people live on fixed incomes where they receive a cost-of-living increase. It was only 5.5 percent for those on Social Security. This one is 330 percent. Gas prices are down 50 percent but Victoria Transit wants to charge the most for those who can afford it the least. Let's be reasonable here. more >>
Editor, the Advocate: The support of Melvin Klotzman for a nuclear plant in the name of economic development brings to mind the foxes which have already taken residence in our South Texas hen-house. more >>
Editor, the Advocate: Veterans Day. Ah, yes such a touching meaningful day, but for me it's as such every day of the year; tear I do shed, and it touches me deeply to know that each was willing to lay down their life for their country and "us," so freedom continues. What a sacrifice. more >>
Editor, the Advocate: My, how times have changed. When ladies of my era gave birth to their children we were, of course, thankful; mother and baby were healthy and shared our job with family and friends. Soon after, we shared the details with our close lady friends. more >>
Editor, the Advocate: I would like to thank the community of Bloomington for all its support and for believing in me in regards to me getting the opportunity to run in the state cross country tournament in Round Rock this past weekend. more >>
Editor, the Advocate: Sure glad the election 2008 is over. And I hope that the people who voted for Obama get the change they have been shouting for. Oh yeah, the continent of Africa several years back - the people were gung-ho for change. Well, if you read the Advocate or listen to radio or TV, you know they got their change. Merry Christmas. more >>
Editor, the Advocate: I would like to thank a few individuals who came to my rescue during an accident that my daughter, her friend and I unfortunately experienced in the Victoria Mall parking lot. more >>
Our family would like to express our sincere appreciation to all of our friends and family for their love and encouragement during this most difficult time. We have been truly touched by the generosity of everyone who came to visit, offered words of comfort, brought food and sent flowers and memorials. more >>
Editor, the Advocate: Usually you see a male and a female kissing, right? Well, what happens when you see a male and a male kissing? You totally freak, right? Well, some people do, at least. more >>
Editor, the Advocate: In V.I.S.D., the school hours run from 8:05 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. However, students from elementary to high school struggle each morning with staying awake in class. more >>
Editor, the Advocate: Do you sometimes wonder why Victoria doesn't expand to its full potential? Despite the economic boom on the north end of the city, I think Victoria could benefit its surrounding population a bit more. more >>
Editor, the Advocate: Teachers in our very respectful schools should be paid more then they are. If you look at it, teachers put up with more than enough troubles of their own and have to worry about the students' troubles. more >>
Editor, the Advocate: I have many friends in the oil field business. As the fuel prices fluctuate, I see oil field jobs fluctuate as well. When fuel prices are high, jobs are abundant. When fuel prices are low, businesses feel the effect and have to cut back by either laying off people or shutting down. We need to regulate the price of fuel so it's good for oil field as well as the consumer. more >>
Editor, the Advocate: I'm 17 years old and a senior at Memorial High School. Sadly, the school I will graduate from will not be here in 10 years. more >>
