November 2025

NO POWDER, BUT PLENTY OF AIR

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It’s been a great week, and I’ve been blessed to spend time with fine friends that share my love of the outdoors. For those of us that love to hunt, this is most definitely ‘our’ time of year.
Luke used his ‘Tex Rex’ 51-caliber air rifle this week on a couple of hunts that he details in this week’s column. Courtesy photo

Around Town

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November 27: The Center in Kaufman is hosting their Annual Turkey Trot 5K Run and 1-Mile Fun Run on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 27 from 7-9:15 a.m.

FROM THE BLEACHERS

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As I was visiting with my friend, David Bailiff, last week, we started talking about energy in the workplace, specifically the kind that employees bring to their jobs and the expectations leaders place on them. Do employers truly want people who think creatively and go above and beyond, or do they only want individuals who follow the job description word for word? David and I agreed: any employer would rather have employees you have to pull down out of the stars than those you have to kick in the tail just to get out of the chair.

Must-know trends for Black Friday 2025

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Black Friday is quickly approaching, offering a valuable opportunity to connect with customers in meaningful ways. As you begin planning your holiday marketing, taking a look at last year’s trends and performance can spark stronger ideas and help you shape campaigns that truly resonate this season.