Columns & Opinions

2023 business forecast for Clifton is bright

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S pring is one of the rare instances when change is greeted with enthusiasm. But change is a required element for development and success. Clifton has been the stage for significant changes in the last year. Beginning in 2022, the commercial district witnessed seven major rehabilitation projects, and private reinvestment exceeded $7 million in commercial and residential properties. Additionally, in 2022 eight businesses opened their doors or expanded their presence.

Religiosity

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Comparative Religions C ontinuing our familiarization with the early Christian apostles, here are three questions: Who was the first apostle to be born and die in Africa? Which apostle followed Peter on his missions and wrote down his teachings and sermons? Which apostle was martyred by being dragged to death behind a horse? The answer to all three questions is Mark. His actual name was John Mark.

Central figure in Paxton case charged

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T he Austin real estate developer who is at the heart of Attorney General Ken Paxton’s impeachment was arraigned on eight federal charges Friday, the Austin American- Statesman reported. Nate Paul was arrested by the FBI on Thursday.

Glad to still be here for reunions and life

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I attended a high school reunion Saturday night in Waco. Zack opted out. It was more than mildly horrifying to see people as older versions of little kids I knew. My mind sees them as forever 18 at the oldest. It’s sometimes difficult to process this.

Religiosity

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D isciple” means “one who follows.” “Apostle” means “one who is sent.” We have discussed the 11 disciples who became apostles. Now, let’s look at the early Christian apostles who were not among the 12 disciples.

Letter to the Editor

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It seems like in every town there is somebody that promotes the town, not just by word of mouth but by their actions. That is the case with our town.

Religiosity

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T his week we complete our review of the disciples who became apostles and who in only a few decades laid the foundation for the largest religion in world history, Christianity. James The Younger is distinguished from the other Apostle James by that “younger” title.

Happy buggy spring!

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I t’s that time of the year again. Almost normal rainfall has greened things up and encouraged me to plant flowers.

Religiosity

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T his is the third in our weekly series about the origins, ministry, and martyrdom of Christianity’s first missionaries. Matthew is most familiar to many as the writer of the Gospel of Matthew.