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🌱 How will this tight state House race affect Rowlett schools and taxes?

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  • How will this tight state House race affect Rowlett schools and taxes?

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Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Variable clouds; very warm, with a high of 95 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Heavy t-storms; breezy, humid, temps: high: 90, low: 73.
  • Thursday: Cloudy, heavy t-storms; humid, with a high of 81 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Angie Chen Button, Zach Herbert clash in Dallas County state House race (dallasnews.com) — Rowlett voters are in the middle of a closely watched Texas House race, as incumbent Republican Angie Chen Button and Democratic challenger Zach Herbert clash over school vouchers, taxes, and insurance costs. Both candidates say they'll fight rising living expenses, but strongly disagree on the state's private school voucher program and how to fund and regulate public schools serving this district.
   

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  • Hello, I'm looking for a reliable and reasonably priced house cleaner in the Garland area.
    I'd appreciate recommendations from anyone who has hired someone they were happy with. Please share their contact information and rates, if available… (Nextdoor Magnolia Springs)
  • Any recommendations for lawn care service?
    My guy of 12 years got sick and my lawn has not been mowed in 8 weeks. Thanks so much! (Nextdoor Stanford/Garner)
  • ARAMARK posted a job opening for Cashier in Rowlett. Apply here.
  • Pep Boys posted a job opening for Automotive Customer Service Advisor in Garland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Rowlett here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Travel Troubleshooter: Princess Cruises added $3,967 to my bill after I paid for a suite upgrade at a lower price (nola.com)
  • U.S women's 2026 World Championships Selection Event begins Wednesday • USA Gymnastics (usagym.org)

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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