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DO NOT POST DIRECT DPS PHONE NUMBERS!!!

Last post by Charles L. Cotton « Mon May 16, 2016 3:42 pm
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by Charles L. Cotton » Mon May 16, 2016 3:42 pm » in Site Announcements, Questions & Suggestions

Don't even think of posting the direct line phone numbers to the DPS Director or anyone else within DPS. If the number isn't available on the DPS...

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Grand-daughter - first time shotgunner

Last post by ml1209 « Tue May 15, 2018 12:38 am
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by AndyC » Sun Aug 18, 2013 12:42 pm
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I took my grand-daughter to Elm Fork this morning and rented a 20-ga semi-auto for her. After a little safety-briefing, we went over how the shotgun...

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Excellent shooting. The important thing is that she had fun.
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Last post by ml1209
Tue May 15, 2018 12:38 am
Runoff Elections

Last post by Pawpaw « Mon May 14, 2018 8:00 pm
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by O.F.Fascist » Mon May 14, 2018 5:14 pm

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There are some runoff election that will be decided on May 22nd with early voting starting this week. Anybody got any candidates they want to promote...

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Here's the best advice I can give anyone:

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Mon May 14, 2018 8:00 pm
EM Commission back in the news

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by bblhd672 » Mon May 14, 2018 12:55 pm

EMP Commission warns ‘blackout’ of electricity, food, water to last ‘year or longer,’ huge death toll

If you're one of those who gets engrossed in...

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Mon May 14, 2018 12:55 pm
Be vigilant and aware of your surroundings

Last post by crazy2medic « Mon May 14, 2018 8:18 am
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by PUCKER » Sat May 12, 2018 12:03 am
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Be vigilant and aware of your surroundings - not just for your own safety but for that of others!

I noticed a car that didn’t quite belong in our...

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Good job, that guy would have been dead by the next morning!
I always made a habit to check drunk drivers blood glucose when we responded to an MVA,...
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Last post by crazy2medic
Mon May 14, 2018 8:18 am
Despite High Ratings, ABC Cancels Trump-Friendly Sitcom 'Last Man Standing'

Last post by Pawpaw « Sat May 12, 2018 12:33 am
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by The Annoyed Man » Fri May 12, 2017 3:53 pm
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Another loss in the culture wars.......

Modern Family 's ratings were only a little bit higher than Last Man Standing 's ratings. LMS is the one...
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Sat May 12, 2018 12:33 am
This is a heckuva story...

Last post by JustSomeOldGuy « Fri May 11, 2018 7:05 pm
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by ELB » Fri May 11, 2018 4:23 pm

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Do go read it:

Don't forget to pack your toothbrush, no matter how short the planned trip. :lol:

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Always have a plan, an American flag, and a librarian! :thumbs2:

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Fri May 11, 2018 7:05 pm
Prayers needed for my Brother

Last post by SewTexas « Fri May 11, 2018 10:52 am
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by cmgee67 » Thu May 10, 2018 10:52 pm

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My Brother is going through a very difficult time with his family. This is all I can say about the issue but know that it is severe and he needs...

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many prayers. He knows our needs.

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Last post by SewTexas
Fri May 11, 2018 10:52 am
The Boy Scouts are now officially history

Last post by Flightmare « Thu May 10, 2018 10:58 pm
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by Ruark » Thu May 03, 2018 6:55 am
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The Boy Scouts of America has formally announced its name change, to Scouts BSA. They will no longer use Boy so they can be gender-neutral, and will...
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Last post by Flightmare
Thu May 10, 2018 10:58 pm
1/3 less crime within 3 mile radius during NRA Convention

Last post by The Annoyed Man « Wed May 09, 2018 10:41 pm
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by The Annoyed Man » Wed May 09, 2018 10:10 pm

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Interesting graphics included.

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Oh well...... :mrgreen:

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Wed May 09, 2018 10:41 pm
Heads-up for anyone going to the NRA convention.

Last post by SewTexas « Wed May 09, 2018 4:56 pm
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by AndyC » Fri May 04, 2018 7:45 pm
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that's a lot of money for a restaurant to sign over, esp that is probably getting ready to start losing...heavily.
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Wed May 09, 2018 4:56 pm
Remains of Green Beret missing since 1971 to be buried in Texas

Last post by Allons « Wed May 09, 2018 12:19 pm
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by bblhd672 » Wed May 09, 2018 8:38 am

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Welcome home sir. Rest in peace. :patriot:

Never forget the Missing in Action and Prisoners of War who haven't returned home.

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Rest in peace.

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Last post by Allons
Wed May 09, 2018 12:19 pm
Shooting at Twin Peaks in Waco

Last post by dlh « Wed May 09, 2018 10:58 am
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My wife is an EMT and heard this on the radio.

onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

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Affirmative links or other evidence make or break a case. Wonder why these cases were indicted to begin with if those were missing?...
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Wed May 09, 2018 10:58 am
A Million/Heck A Billion OR More Years From Now!

Last post by Abraham « Wed May 09, 2018 9:50 am
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by Abraham » Fri May 04, 2018 2:37 pm
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Tectonic movement will force up or down our mountain ranges, coastlines, ocean reach etc.

Try not to get to get carried away with our self...

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Soccerdad1995,

No apology necessary, but thank you.

You understand my point and I appreciate it.

Lately, I've been thinking about our longevity or...
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Last post by Abraham
Wed May 09, 2018 9:50 am
Is Zuckerberg Being Truthful - Your Review!

Last post by Keith B « Tue May 08, 2018 7:44 pm
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by Abraham » Thu Apr 12, 2018 9:58 am
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He seems very well coached in avoiding pointed questions.

Of the many concerns the public wants answers to is FB listening in on conversations - in...

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So now this is out. I love these! LOL
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Last post by Keith B
Tue May 08, 2018 7:44 pm
MD Deputy REALLY dislikes winter

Last post by bblhd672 « Tue May 08, 2018 7:40 pm
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by Flightmare » Tue May 08, 2018 7:00 pm

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I think he was either tired of Punxsutawney Phil and winter, or he wanted to get revenge for Bill Murray.

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He couldn’t find a dog and needed to shoot something

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Tue May 08, 2018 7:40 pm
Johnson City

Last post by Paladin « Mon May 07, 2018 7:57 am
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by Wonder boy » Sun May 06, 2018 4:35 pm

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Turns out I have a baseball playoff game to attend evening of Friday 11th in Johnson City. Any recommendations on where to stay/eat from someone in...

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Pecan Street Brewing was great last time I was there.

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Last post by Paladin
Mon May 07, 2018 7:57 am
Pellet Grills

Last post by txglock21 « Mon May 07, 2018 6:25 am
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by clarionite » Tue Mar 06, 2018 5:48 pm
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This is way off topic, but I figured a few of you guys probably are into cooking as much as I am.

I'm in the market for a Pellet Grill. Traegar of...

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:iagree: It's for the kids! rlol
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Last post by txglock21
Mon May 07, 2018 6:25 am
Fine or Theft??

Last post by thatguyoverthere « Sun May 06, 2018 10:50 pm
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by talltex » Sun May 06, 2018 9:55 am

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A few days ago, Cameron County officials announced they had reached a plea deal with a man that Sheriff's deputies arrested for DWI when he was found...

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:iagree:

Well, I agree with the statement, that is. The statement is true; the practice is abhorrent. But it has been deemed by courts all over the...

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Sun May 06, 2018 10:50 pm
Man is mauled to death by bear after taking selfie with it

Last post by mayor « Sun May 06, 2018 5:51 pm
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by ml1209 » Fri May 04, 2018 5:05 pm
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Those selfies, they're become a hazard

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but then, the internet would grind to a screeching halt. (and i see what you did there)
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Last post by mayor
Sun May 06, 2018 5:51 pm
The Most Remarkable Survivor Of The Civil War.

Last post by threoh8 « Thu May 03, 2018 9:19 pm
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by Pawpaw » Thu May 03, 2018 6:55 pm

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Thu May 03, 2018 9:19 pm
University Installs ‘Cry Closet’

Last post by BBYC « Thu May 03, 2018 12:58 pm
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by Jnazee » Fri Apr 27, 2018 11:46 am
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Hmmmm. Wouldn't it be better to tell them so suck it up, walk it off, and do better next time? That's what my daddy told me.

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Or maybe it was click bait trolling since the OP article even said it was made by a senior in the school’s fine arts program.
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Last post by BBYC
Thu May 03, 2018 12:58 pm
The "I am a marine not a soldier"

Last post by G26ster « Thu May 03, 2018 11:29 am
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by SkullCop » Tue May 01, 2018 4:22 pm
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I have a couple of places I go where I run into the old school vets and there were a few young Marines that came in.
One of the Older Marines said...

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The Army Air Corps (8th AF) sustained a few thousand more casualties in WWII than the Marines, and 80% were KIA. Both services suffered tremendous...
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Last post by G26ster
Thu May 03, 2018 11:29 am
Altercation and reprisal

Last post by Soccerdad1995 « Tue May 01, 2018 6:04 pm
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by Odinvalknir » Sun Apr 29, 2018 10:28 pm
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So, I just had an verbal altercation with one of my neighbors, their children (8 of them) are outside all hours of the night being VERY loud. To the...

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Thanks for the info. On the Amazon reviews some folks are claiming that there are glitches with the Pro2 like battery drainage, that are not there...
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Last post by Soccerdad1995
Tue May 01, 2018 6:04 pm
Cosby Guilty - So How Long Does He Get To Remain Free?

Last post by JakeTheSnake « Tue May 01, 2018 5:39 pm
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by Abraham » Thu Apr 26, 2018 5:39 pm
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Will he able to remain free (out on bail) until sentencing?

How long until sentencing?

Once sentencing is invoked does he go immediately to jail?...

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He'll probably get out early and get a free helicopter ride to a NBA game.
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Last post by JakeTheSnake
Tue May 01, 2018 5:39 pm
So THIS happened today...

Last post by twomillenium « Mon Apr 30, 2018 7:35 am
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by Grundy1133 » Sun Apr 29, 2018 8:38 pm

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Today I was outside in my back yard doin some holster fire practice and after pulling the trigger on this particular round I heard thru my electronic...

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While, that has not happened to me ...... yet. I must admit that I am the benefactor of an Uncles experience and this is the reason that steel the...

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Last post by twomillenium
Mon Apr 30, 2018 7:35 am
Is iPic in Austin Tx 06 posted?

Last post by Abraham « Sun Apr 29, 2018 8:44 pm
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by cmgee67 » Fri Apr 27, 2018 10:41 am

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I couldn’t find it on texas3006.com

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snorri,

I'll definitely be voting for President Trump and his Vice President Pence.

Ah, assuming I'm still kicking...

Now take your meds.

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Last post by Abraham
Sun Apr 29, 2018 8:44 pm
Cop Killer Still on Death Row 36 years later EOW 4-28-82

Last post by bblhd672 « Sun Apr 29, 2018 5:51 pm
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by puma guy » Sat Apr 28, 2018 11:48 pm

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It's been 36 years since the murder of my friend Houston Police Department Detective Wayne Shirley on this date. He was among several of my...

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I understand your pain and frustration. 33 years ago a dear family friend who was also my pastor was murdered. The killer was determined to be “too...

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Sun Apr 29, 2018 5:51 pm
Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday

Last post by Keith B « Sun Apr 29, 2018 7:56 am
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by NotRPB » Tue Apr 24, 2018 9:21 am

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Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday
April 28 – 30, 2018

You can purchase certain emergency preparation supplies tax free during the...

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Your topic was first, but the other has more responses. Locking this one.

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Last post by Keith B
Sun Apr 29, 2018 7:56 am
Photos of illegal TEC-9 submachine gun factory operating in Montreal

Last post by TexasJohnBoy « Thu Apr 26, 2018 10:41 pm
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by AndyC » Thu Apr 26, 2018 9:44 am

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Thu Apr 26, 2018 10:41 pm
Unintended consequences

Last post by LDB415 « Thu Apr 26, 2018 5:06 pm
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by canvasbck » Thu Apr 26, 2018 1:09 pm

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I fear that this cap on the SALT deduction will hasten Texas turning purple/blue

Summary, the new tax laws is expected to speed up migration from...

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They would just lie on all the answers and then vote left. It's the way they operate.

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Last post by LDB415
Thu Apr 26, 2018 5:06 pm
Why Is Passenger Asked For I.D.?

Last post by Rex B « Wed Apr 25, 2018 4:45 pm
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by Abraham » Tue Apr 17, 2018 11:24 am
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I watch a lot of PD Live and almost every time there's a passenger in a stopped vehicle they are asked for I.D.s

This practice irks me.

If they're...

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Rule #1 is Never consent to a warrantless search. Never. There is no chance it can be a positive experience, but a non-zero probability it could be...
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Last post by Rex B
Wed Apr 25, 2018 4:45 pm
Book review: I’M FROM THE GOVERNMENT AND I’M HERE TO KILL YOU

Last post by The Annoyed Man « Tue Apr 24, 2018 11:18 pm
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by bblhd672 » Thu Apr 05, 2018 6:50 am

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I will be getting this one to read.

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I have no doubt that the rank and file gov’t employees reflect all of of the prejudice/fairness, desires/hatreds, goodness/evil, and...

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Last post by The Annoyed Man
Tue Apr 24, 2018 11:18 pm
Trump moves to cancel student loan debt for disabled veterans

Last post by ELB « Tue Apr 24, 2018 4:46 pm
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by ELB » Tue Apr 24, 2018 3:27 pm

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The Student Loan program is worse than welfare for universities, it's like government loan-sharking for universities. In general students bear some...

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The new part of the effort I mentioned above is that the Departments of Ed and VA are going to proactively look for disabled veterans who qualify....

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Tue Apr 24, 2018 4:46 pm
Happy Birthday RichBirdHunter

Last post by Richbirdhunter « Tue Apr 24, 2018 6:14 am
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by Take Down Sicko » Mon Apr 23, 2018 5:49 pm

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:patriot: Happy Birthday RichBirdHunter! CHEERS :cheers2: :txflag:

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Thank you!! I had a great day!!!

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Last post by Richbirdhunter
Tue Apr 24, 2018 6:14 am
Rolling storage unit

Last post by SewTexas « Mon Apr 23, 2018 9:46 pm
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by Soccerdad1995 » Mon Apr 23, 2018 5:01 pm

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I need to get a tall storage unit for my garage. It does not need to be fancy. In fact, old / beat up looking is preferable. The catch is that it...

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I know y'all hate it, but IKEA would be the place I'd go to find something like that. Then, put wheels on it. What I'd really suggest, get two units...

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Last post by SewTexas
Mon Apr 23, 2018 9:46 pm
Shirt Dilemma

Last post by Grundy1133 « Sun Apr 22, 2018 8:21 pm
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by Grundy1133 » Sun Apr 22, 2018 12:59 am

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So, I carry a full size IWB at 9 o clock (left handed) and my spare mag at 3 o clock. Anytime I sit in a chair and my gun hits th eback of the chair...

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i have a forward cant and i've replaced the base plates on my mag to the factory one... hoping this helps. And ill start OCing when i drive. thanks...

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Sun Apr 22, 2018 8:21 pm
Sponge-Inspired XSTAT Device Quickly Seals Gunshot Wounds

Last post by flechero « Sat Apr 21, 2018 5:09 pm
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by Jnazee » Fri Apr 20, 2018 7:57 pm

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I had no idea this existed.

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The class was put on by the Scott & White lead Trauma surgeon, his nursing staff and a hand full of EMT's - several that were Army and served in...

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Last post by flechero
Sat Apr 21, 2018 5:09 pm
(Another) CA professor making outrageous comments

Last post by JustSomeOldGuy « Sat Apr 21, 2018 12:00 pm
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by canvasbck » Wed Apr 18, 2018 9:56 am

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I don't normally advocate someone being fired over expressing their first amendment protected views while not at work. I am making an exception on...

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In terms of cost of living, is making 100k a year in California about like making 50-60k in Texas? Doesn't strike me as high enough to justify...

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Last post by JustSomeOldGuy
Sat Apr 21, 2018 12:00 pm
Is this video real?

Last post by treadlightly « Fri Apr 20, 2018 9:08 pm
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by Grundy1133 » Thu Apr 19, 2018 10:05 pm

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This is what I was talking about with Taurus guns firing on their own... (kind of) IDK if this video is real or not tho or if the guns been tampered...

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It's still something worth thinking about. For instance, the Sig P320. The striker is held at full cock, with minimal sear engagement. Not that a...

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Last post by treadlightly
Fri Apr 20, 2018 9:08 pm
Warrant served for forgery.

Last post by flechero « Fri Apr 20, 2018 7:00 pm
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by ELB » Fri Apr 20, 2018 2:47 pm

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Maybe this should go under the crime reports section?

Seguin PD served a warrant for forgery.

When they got to the address, they found a vacant...

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I appreciated the Dept's sense of humor in the facebook post. :lol:

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Last post by flechero
Fri Apr 20, 2018 7:00 pm
Predator Control. Repel or Kill?

Last post by thatguyoverthere « Thu Apr 19, 2018 8:15 pm
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by Alf » Sun Apr 01, 2018 6:47 pm
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I have unwanted predators on my property. Is there a cheap effective way to repel them so they stay away? If not, what is the most effective way to...

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Thanks, Steve. I'll take a look at that. :thumbs2:
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Last post by thatguyoverthere
Thu Apr 19, 2018 8:15 pm
The Army Special Forces Legend Known As ‘Iron Mike’ Has Died

Last post by bblhd672 « Thu Apr 19, 2018 9:06 am

by bblhd672 » Thu Apr 19, 2018 9:06 am

Rest in peace sir! :patriot:

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Thu Apr 19, 2018 9:06 am
Happy Patriots Day!

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by bblhd672 » Thu Apr 19, 2018 7:15 am

Celebrate by shooting at your local range today :patriot:

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Thu Apr 19, 2018 7:15 am
Birthday Wishes bblhd672

Last post by Jnazee « Tue Apr 17, 2018 9:30 pm
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by Take Down Sicko » Tue Apr 17, 2018 6:40 pm

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:thewave :txflag: Happy Birthday bblhd672! :patriot: :thewave
Hope your day went well.

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:party: Happy Birthday :party:

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Last post by Jnazee
Tue Apr 17, 2018 9:30 pm
East Texas Meetup/Breakfast

Last post by lonestar144 « Mon Apr 16, 2018 10:30 pm
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by lonestar144 » Sat Apr 14, 2018 5:36 pm

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This area includes: Carthage, Gilmer, Gladewater, Hallsville, Jefferson, Kilgore, Marshall and surrounding areas.

Just wondered if anyone in these...

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Ok, I'll start putting some date/times up and go from there. I know most the breakfast places in Longview, like IHOP and wafflehouse, stay pretty...

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Last post by lonestar144
Mon Apr 16, 2018 10:30 pm
R. Lee Ermey has passed away.

Last post by The Annoyed Man « Mon Apr 16, 2018 9:51 pm
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by The Annoyed Man » Sun Apr 15, 2018 6:30 pm
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RIP, Gunny. We loved having you with us on this goofy ball.

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Snopes has confirmed it.
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Last post by The Annoyed Man
Mon Apr 16, 2018 9:51 pm
InfinitySN..?

Last post by apostate « Mon Apr 16, 2018 6:29 pm
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by Grundy1133 » Mon Apr 16, 2018 5:16 pm

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What exactly is this? I keep seeing a lot about it claiming to be an alternative to Facebook Youtube and twitter. If it's legit I might look into it...

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Then it would be prudent not to participate on social media and other sites where you and your information are the product.

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Last post by apostate
Mon Apr 16, 2018 6:29 pm
California could split into 3 states

Last post by Grundy1133 « Mon Apr 16, 2018 3:46 pm
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by gtolbert09 » Fri Apr 13, 2018 7:24 am
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Mon Apr 16, 2018 3:46 pm
Palo Duro Canyon State Park / Texas Outdoor Musical?

Last post by tomneal « Mon Apr 16, 2018 9:49 am
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by tomneal » Sun Apr 15, 2018 12:04 am

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My wife has talked about this for years. We are going to be traveling North and West from Houston. This seems like it could be a memorable side trip...

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To All
Thanks for the updates / info.

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Mon Apr 16, 2018 9:49 am
Knife question

Last post by Jusme « Sun Apr 15, 2018 8:35 pm
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by Grundy1133 » Sun Apr 15, 2018 12:44 pm

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I read awhile back that if you had a LTC or CHL the old Texas knife laws didn't apply to you. You could carry whatever knife you wanted... Is...

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rlol rlol rlol

The Ready for However You Identify Knife

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Sun Apr 15, 2018 8:35 pm

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