Entries for February 2008
Democrats break early voting records across TexasFebruary 29, 2008
by Liz Austin Peterson
The Associated Press
When Democrat Dan Dodd ran for Congress in the steadfastly conservative suburbs north of Dallas, he couldn’t even persuade the print shop that made his bumper stickers to let him thank them on his Web sit...
Mincberg running for judge's seatFebruary 29, 2008
by David Rosen
Daily Court Review
After watching Republicans take control of Harris County in the mid-1990s, David Mincberg — who was Democratic party chair from 1994-98 — is trying to lead his team back into power.
“The demographics of the county...
Precinct 5 cracks down on deadbeatsFebruary 29, 2008
From Staff Reports
Montgomery County Pct. 5 Constable David Hill and fellow Montgomery County Constables yesterday arrested ten local parents who violated court orders requiring them to pay child support. The countywide sweep, which was conducted in...
Controversial high rise tabledFebruary 28, 2008
by David Rosen
The Associated Press
City Council on Wednesday again tabled ordinances related to the controversial proposed Ashby high rise, and delayed for one week an effort to purchase a handful of downtown city blocks to build a professional so...
Dynegy posts smaller fourth-quarter lossFebruary 28, 2008
by John Porretto
The Associated Press
Dynegy Inc. said Wednesday it narrowed its fourth-quarter loss on rising volumes, higher prices and gains on facility sales, but the power provider reduced its outlook for 2008 in part because it expects lower ...