Columns

Serving in leadership roles, I have come to realize that most people misunderstand what success really looks like. We celebrate victories but often overlook the setbacks that made those victories possible.

Many football fans remember James 'Boobie' Miles as the electrifying running back from Odessa Permian High School whose story became the heart of Friday Night Lights.

The Texas State Comptroller's Office delivered its latest monthly sales tax revenue report to local cities recently, reporting mixed results when comparing against collection totals from the same month the previous year.

TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION The Midland school district is suing Education Commissioner Mike Morath and other state leaders in another challenge to the state’s public school finance system, known as “Robin Hood,” according to The Texas Tribune.

Every year, we hear about teacher shortages, declining interest in education careers, and schools struggling to fill vacancies. Yet, we continue to ignore one of the biggest reasons why.

Many college students seek flexible, part-time employment to help cover school expenses. Finding a job can be challenging, and students may feel pressure to find work quickly. If this situation describes you or a student in your life, watch out for scams.

Artificial intelligence is inescapable. Emerging technology is ubiquitous in the workplace, at schools and computers and phones.

Fall sports are right around the corner, and while fans are counting down the days until the lights come on and the bands start playing, coaches and athletes know one thing, the most important part of the season is happening right now: Preseason preparation.

One of the most common leadership questions I have encountered is whether a boss can truly be friends with employees. Many leadership authors caution against becoming too close to those you supervise.

Letter to the Editor Is print media news relevant in today's world? On a national level, perhaps? On a local level like Canton and Van Zandt County, absolutely. The myriads of online and social media posts that bombard us are 98 percent lost pets, cookie recipes, and of course, rants and raves.