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Tax credits are some of the most valuable tools around to help cut your tax bill. But figuring out how to use these credits on your tax return can get complicated very quickly. Here’s what you need to know.

Spring is synonymous with many things. While spring blooms and the sense of rejuvenation they inspire might be the first thought to come to mind when pondering spring, this beloved time of year also serves as tax season. As Americans prepare their income tax returns, the Internal Revenue Services offers this guide to what taxpayers will need to file successfully. Personal information

Sometimes, success doesn’t start with a scholarship, a draft pick, or a headline. Sometimes, it starts with one simple step, a person realizing they are capable of more than they ever believed.

February 24-March 10: Kaufman County is offering a free three-lesson series designed to help individuals prevent and manage high blood pressure by educating on healthy eating and lifestyle changes. The class is on Tuesdays from 5-6 p.m.

We live in a world that loves labels. In the education field, we hear words like advanced, average, behind and dropout frequently.

If you want to board a flight, open a bank account, buy a beer, or rent a hotel room, you have to show ID, but when it comes to electing federal officials, Congressional Democrats say that showing identification to vote is ‘voter suppression.’

In Mark, chapter 6, Jesus sends His disciples straight into a storm. He knew it was coming.

February 19: Texas A&M Agrilife Extension is offering a free public event on how to spot, treat and safely eliminate the most common garden pests and weeds on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026.

Efficient leadership can feel uncomfortable. It can sound firm.

Storm season is right around the corner, and East Texans know all too well how quickly severe weather can strike. In 2025, our region experienced multiple rounds of strong storms, including confirmed tornadoes, damaging winds, and widespread hail which left homes, businesses, and vehicles damaged across several counties.