El Campo, TX

PDF of print edition 'Mr. Peters goes to Washington' looking for money By BRENDA SOMMER bsommer@leader-news.com       Louise ISD administration stepped into action quickly after voters failed to pass the tax rate passed by the LISD board. Louise school district voters Tuesday turned down a tax rate higher than the state recommends when the proposed rate failed by a 90-99 tally. More ... Honoring Our Veterans       Public and parochial school students observed Veterans Day Friday with programs put on for the public. Veterans were treated as special guests. The middle school program will be held Monday at 9 a.m. in the new gym. A full house was on hand for this Myatt Elementary program. More ... Annexation final public meeting set By SHANNON CRABTREE scrabtree@leader-news.com       After hearing a full round of comments from opponents this week, City Council is preparing for the public's second chance to speak out on a series of proposed annexations. The 7 p.m. More ... Council making final decision for improvements By SHANNON CRABTREE scrabtree@leader-news.com       The final action needed for the city of El Campo to borrow $1.65 million for capital improvement projects ranging from Civic Center renovations to a new fire truck will take place during City Council's early meeting Tuesday. More ... WCJC tuition not expected to increase By BARRY HALVORSON news@leader-news.com       There will be no increase in tuition and fee costs for Wharton County Junior College students with the announcement the state of Texas will be restoring $154 million in health care funds to the state's 50 community colleges. Texas Gov. Rick Perry, Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst and Speaker Tom Craddick ... More ... Almost 'Flu' The Coop       This brave Louise third grader wanted to leap out of harm's way but instead stayed remarkably calm, with the assistance of a school aide, as he got his flu shot during a clinic held at the Louise ISD school library Thursday. The clinic, sponsored by the state health department, served not only stu... More ...