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Hello I am Floyd Miller the host of It's Everything West Texas and I mean everything. Some of our topics are going to make you laugh and some will make you cry. I guarantee you all of them will make you think.It is the Podcast that highlights people and issues in West Texas. Our stories are relevant, interesting, informative and will be presented with integrity,In other words we don't want to talk over you, we don't want to talk past you,e\we don't want to talk about you but as a neighbor we ...
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #69 - November 12, 2025
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #69 - November 12, 2025 ON THIS PODCAST: Just An Average Citizen Made Easy (Come get together with us!), Recent Texas Constitutional & School VATRE Election Recap and more! If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.co…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #67 - October 14, 2025
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ON THIS PODCAST: Rhythm of government, Local jurisdictions are the taxing entities & how they raise taxes, Government is the servant, not the master, City Council Meeting Agenda tutorial, Downtown Hotel Convention Center Development Corporation Board budget, Health Department fee increases, Maxwell Golf Course & MORE! If you appreciate this podcast…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #66 - October 1, 2025
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #66 - October 1, 2025 ON THIS PODCAST: Abilene ISD VATRE, City of Abilene Fireman’s Relief & Retirement Fund Board, & MORE! If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more!
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UST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #65 - September 18, 2025
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ON THIS PODCAST: The Texas Constitution & the Public Information Act. How to use the tools the constitution gives us to hold our government accountable! If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipients=Just-An-Average-Citizen&tx…
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Susan Brandt discusses Friendships and Books
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Send us a text Susan Brandt is an influencer around the world with her free books.In the process she has made many friends. It all started with the belief that the world would be a much better place if everyone could read. To learn more go to freebooks-4u.com Please take the opportunity to give us your thoughts about this podcast. Support the show…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #63- August 20, 2025
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LINK TO TEXAS PROPERTY TAX DIRECTORY: https://www.texas.gov/living-in-texas/property-tax-directory/?search= JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #63- August 20, 2025 To view/listen to the entire podcast, go to JustAnAverageCitizen.com ON THIS PODCAST: Your taxes are going up! If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make…
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Robert Lilly discusses his life in prison and founding Da'Cipher 360
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Send us a text Robert has an amazing story. At one point Robert had spent almost half of his life in prison. The hand he was dealt had the odds stack against him. Robert will be the first to admit that he dealt some of those hands. Most people don’t recover from this and even fewer flourish. Robert is flourishing and I believe he’s only in the earl…
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Rep. Barbara Gervin-Hawkins (D) District 120 says democracy is on the line with redistricting in Texas
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Send us a text Rep. Barbara Gervin-Hawkins Texas (D) from District 120 is in Chicago with other democratic representatives from Texas. Rep. Hawkins said that the redrawing of lines is racist, a threat to democracy and it amounts to cheating. Hawkins in this interview lays out the argument that this is not a Republican, Democrat or Independent issue…
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Jim Clark discusses the Christian Service Center and it's impact
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Send us a text The Christian Service Center in Abilene, Texas is a Christ-centered ministry that has been serving the needy in Abilene since 1965 Christian Service Center - Abilene. Located at 3185 N 10th Street, this non-profit organization operates with the mission of showing the kindness of Jesus to those in need while working with community par…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #62 - July 30, 2025
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #62 - July 30, 2025 ON THIS PODCAST: Tax Rates, Water Rationing, & BYOB If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipients=Just-An-Average-Citizen&txn=pay Or find more donation options here: http…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #61- July 16, 2025
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #61- July 16, 2025 To view/listen to the entire podcast, go to JustAnAverageCitizen.com ON THIS PODCAST: PART 1: “City Council Meeting Recap,” PART 2: “City Budget Season,” and PART #: “Let’s Protect Kids.” If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #60- July 3, 2025
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ON THIS PODCAST: Are Public-Private partnerships good for Abilene? If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipients=Just-An-Average-Citizen&txn=pay Or find more donation options here: https://justanaveragecitizen.com/donate-…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #59- June 24, 2025
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #59- June 24, 2025 ON THIS PODCAST: If being involved in the civic process is so important, then why is it so hard!?! If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipients=Just-An-Average-Citizen&txn=p…
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Community Coordinator Press Briefing - June 23, 2025
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Your Community Coordinator here! Check out what will be voted on this week at the city council meeting. TIME CHANGE. The City Council meeting starts 10 AM! Come meet the new city manager , Emily Crawford. #justanaveragecitizen #cityofabilene #abilenetx #MediaBriefing
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #58- June 10, 2025
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #58- June 10, 2025 To view/listen to the entire podcast, go to JustAnAverageCitizen.com ON THIS PODCAST: What is going on with the cyberattack?, preview of City Council Meeting Agenda for June 06-12-2025 If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by cl…
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TSTC Offers Money-Back Guarantee, Night Classes to Address Workforce Needs
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Send us a text On Thursday May 22nd I met with Brandon Scott Thomas, senior development officer at TSTC and Kevin Staton, electrical powers control instructor for a podcast to discuss their money-back guarantee and other updates at TSTC. According to Thomas starting this fall, TSTC will offer a money-back guarantee across all programs. "If you have…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #56- May 7, 2025
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #56- May 7, 2025 To view/listen to the entire podcast, go to JustAnAverageCitizen.com ON THIS PODCAST: Election is over, where do we go from here? If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipient…
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Tammy Fogle makes her case for being elected to Place 6 on the City Council
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Send us a text I nor the West Texas Tribune or It's Everything West Texas is making an endorsement. However we will give all the council candidates an opportunity to be interviewed. Support the show
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Kyle McAlister makes his case for being elected to Place 5 on the City Council
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Send us a text I nor the West Texas Tribune or It's Everything West Texas is making an endorsement. However we will give all the council candidates an opportunity to be interviewed. Support the showBy Floyd Miller
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Miguel Espinoza makes his case for being elected to Place 5 on the City Council.
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Travis Craver makes his case for being elected to Place 6 on the City Council
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Cynthia Alvidrez makes her case for being elected to Place 5 on the City Council
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Send us a text I nor the West Texas Tribune ot It's Everything West Texas is making an endorsement. However we will give all of the council candidates an opportunity to be interviewed. Exercise your right to vote. Support the showBy Floyd Miller
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #55- March 26, 2025
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #55- March 26, 2025 To view/listen to the entire podcast, go to JustAnAverageCitizen.com ON THIS PODCAST: Comprehensive Summary of the Agenda for the Upcoming City Council Meeting on March 27, 2025 If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking…
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Meals on Wheels needs your help a conversation with Betty Bradley
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Send us a text Betty Bradley has been the Executive Director for Meals on Wheels since July 1st, 1975. As Meals on Wheels prepare to celebrate their 50th Anniversary they are facing some financial challenges. Betty and her Board of Directors have been good stewards for many years. However the budget cuts that are going into effect could take away 1…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #54- February 19, 2025
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #54- February 19, 2025 To view/listen to the entire podcast, go to JustAnAverageCitizen.com ON THIS PODCAST: Recap of City Council meeting addressing interest on Airport Renovation Bond If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://a…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #53- February 11, 2025
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #53- February 11, 2025 To view/listen to the entire podcast, go toJustAnAverageCitizen.com ON THIS PODCAST: Recap of Special Called City Council meeting to create a TIRZ tax abatement for Lancium/Crusoe, and Recap of the State of the City Address If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #52 - February 4, 2025
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #52 - February 4, 2025 To view/listen to the entire podcast, go to JustAnAverageCitizen.com ON THIS PODCAST: Recap of the City Council Retreat (All Day Budget Workshop) - Includes Fireman’s Retirement Fund, Boat Ramps, Streets, Airport Remodel If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can ma…
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Send us a text Karen Lindsey tells her story of overcoming sexual abuse and the power of forgiveness. Support the showBy Floyd Miller
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #51 - January 8, 2025
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To view/listen to the entire podcast, go to JustAnAverageCitizen.com ON THIS PODCAST: Looking forward at 2025, City Council Meeting this week If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipients=Just-An-Average-Citizen&txn=pay Or f…
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Stan Lambert Texas HD17-Abilene Town Hall Recap from December 11, 2024
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Stan Lambert Texas HD17-Abilene Town Hall Recap from December 11, 2024
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Abilene City Council Meeting Recap - 12-05-2024
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Highlights: Veteran’s Cemetery Customer Service Award, Dog Attack, Airport Ordinance Revision, Maternal Wellness Clinic Expansion, Interesting Ending
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Special Coverage - Just an Average Citizen covers the Abilene Convention Center Hotel Development Corporation Board Meeting on November 19, 2024
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Here is a hotel financial update and some information about how the ACCHDC Board will manage the hotel bonds over the next couple of years.
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #50- December 3, 2024
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ON THIS PODCAST: Abilene/Taylor County Public Health Board, City Council Meeting, Million $ Dog Park (Camp Barkeley) If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipients=Just-An-Average-Citizen&txn=pay Or find more donation options…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #49- November 19, 2024
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ON THIS PODCAST: Packed week - Week at a Glance, Public Health Board, City Council Meeting Agenda (Funding of a large Cert. of Obligation this week), and more! If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipients=Just-An-Average-Citi…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #48 - November 12, 2024
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ON THIS PODCAST: Election Results, City of Abilene Water Fluoridation (Let’s Take It Out the Right Way!) If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipients=Just-An-Average-Citizen&txn=pay Or find more donation options here: https…
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Getting grants for your non-profit: A conversation with Christine Curtis-Carr
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #47 - October 22, 2024
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ON THIS PODCAST: Visual Arts Jury Board, City of Abilene Water Fluoridation If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipients=Just-An-Average-Citizen&txn=pay Or find more donation options here: https://justanaveragecitizen.com/d…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #46 - October8, 2024
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ON THIS PODCAST: City of Abilene Water Fluoridation Pause, City Council Meeting Agenda Tips, Budget options on Certificate of Obligation for Firefighting Airport Ramp & Microwave Upgrades If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?rec…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #45 - October 1, 2024
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ON THIS PODCAST: God, Country, Family….City Council Meeting Agenda Tips, Communication about Firefighting Airport Ramp & Microwave Upgrades If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipients=Just-An-Average-Citizen&txn=pay Or fin…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #44 - September 24, 2024
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ON THIS PODCAST: City Council Meeting, The City is responding to requests!: About communication about Street Maintenance & changing policy about requiring unnecessary FOIA requests, Streets update, City Elections in May? If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://a…
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Texas' 1st Safe Haven Baby Box is In Abilene
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Send us a text Crystal King and Karen Light two individuals involved in the West Texas Right To Life organization discusses how and why Abilene, Texas was the first city in Texas to get the Safe Haven Baby Box. We have also reprinted an article written By Kim Schwartz with Texas Right to Life by Abilene became the first city in Texas to put up a Sa…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #43 - September 17, 2024
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #43 - September 17, 2024 To view/listen to the entire podcast, go to JustAnAverageCitizen.com ON THIS PODCAST: City Council Meeting, Consent Agenda vs. Regular Agenda, Street Maintenance Projects, & Lake Ft. Phantom Hill Master Plan. If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! D…
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Stephanie' talks about the night she fought for her life on the way to success
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Send us a text Stephanie Ellison Author, Host, Podcast, Speaker Stephanie talks about the night her mother attempted to kill her. The following day Stephanie made the decision to leave her mother. The road had many curves and sometimes it was bumpy. However today she is living her best life and helping many individuals. As a former foster youth, sh…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #42 - September 10, 2024
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ON THIS PODCAST: Are you happy with our city?; Street Maintenance Board Meeting Recap. If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipients=Just-An-Average-Citizen&txn=pay Or find more donation options here: https://justanaverageci…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #41 - September 3, 2024
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ON THIS PODCAST: Street Maintenance Board, “Don/t Be Political, Just Share Your Opinion! If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipients=Just-An-Average-Citizen&txn=pay Or find more donation options here: https://justanaverage…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #40 - August 28, 2024
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ON THIS PODCAST: How to make a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Record Request, Certificate of Obligation Bonds(CO’s), Master Plans, Recreation Centers, $1 Million Dog Park, Airport Escalators, TOTAL City Debt Amount, Convention Center Hotel Development Corp. Budget, How to interpret the budget. If you appreciate this podcast, please support us fi…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #36 - July 8, 2024
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ON THIS PODCAST: Quick Primer of 2024-2025 Proposed City Budget (Don’t let this subject scare you away!) If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipients=Just-An-Average-Citizen&txn=pay Or find more donation options here: https…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #38 - August 5, 2024
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ON THIS PODCAST: Things to Know, Where to Find Public Information and how to make a Public Information “Freedom of Information Act” Info Request (FOIA Request). Last Reading of the FY 2025 Budget happening this week If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://accoun…
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JUST AN AVERAGE CITIZEN PODCAST #39 - August 13, 2024
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ON THIS PODCAST: Street maintenance fee and how to find important information on the city website. If you appreciate this podcast, please support us financially so we can make more! Donate to us with Venmo by clicking https://account.venmo.com/payment-link?recipients=Just-An-Average-Citizen&txn=pay Or find more donation options here: https://jus…
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Bubba Ephriam: Black Texas Basketball Trailblazer
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Send us a text The untold story of a basketball pioneer who broke the color barrier in Texas basketball. Though another athlete who played in the NFL is often credited for being the first Black Texas basketball player, Bubba Ephriam broke the color barrier in his sport in March 1957. He led the Pecos High School Eagles to their first outright distr…
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