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Pitch made for new power plants

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Lt. Gov Dan Patrick joined with the world’s largest investment firm to pitch investors on building natural gas power plants in Texas at a summit held last week in Houston. Patrick and BlackRock CEO Larry Fink shared the stage as they attempted to persuade investors to take advantage of $10 billion in incentives and bonuses provided by the state after voters approved a constitutional amendment last November, kut.org reported.
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Staying socially active as a senior is healthy

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Social isolation can harm the mental and physical health of seniors; this is no secret. It can be particularly challenging around days of the year that have some social significance — for example, the holiday season or Valentine’s Day. Interactions with peers, time spent with family, and community support systems prevent senior isolation. This will also lead to improved physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
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American Legion looks to fresh beginnings in 2024

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Father Time has struck once again and we close the calendar of 2023 and open another year that brings a fresh beginning. In the east at Times Square we witness the “Ball Drop,” in the central we listen to “Nashville’s Big Bash,” in the mountains “The Mile High Tree” in Denver, and finally in the west along “Freemont Street” of Las Vegas numerous celebrations usher in the New Year with fresh beginnings.