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“The Legislative Budget Board is of statewide importance because it offers a continuous review of all state spending. That’s why I am truly humbled by Lt. Gov. Patrick’s appointment. The serious work of this Board ensures the fair and prudent use of our tax dollars. It will be an honor to serve the people of Texas in this capacity.”

Three Austin County football teams entered the UIL football playoffs last week and all three came home with bi-district trophies to place at their respective schools. Sealy recorded a 31-14 victory over state-ranked Jasper in Navasota; Brazos spotted Lexington a 28-0 lead and then rallied for a 35-28 victory; and Bellville was finally able to defeat West Orange-Stark in the playoffs with a 27-20 victory in Splendora.

Average gasoline prices in Texas have fallen 7.7 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.05/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 23.6 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand 1.9 cents per gallon higher than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has risen 2.3 cents in the last week and stands at $5.34 per gallon.

Myles Kubicek, owner of Kubicek Turf Farms has always been surrounded by the turfgrass industry in some way or another. Now, managing a successful operation in Wharton, TX, he is glad his interest in turfgrass turned into a passion.