A way to replant island’s lost trees
As we’ve said before, trees are important. If you're an islander, follow the rules on Saturday to be given one free.
November 20, 2009

Another problem with the census
For funding reasons, the city of Galveston wants residents to ensure they're counted in April's census, but the island's population still could be falling.
November 19, 2009

Vital questions on public housing
Galveston Housing Authority’s proposals don’t answer several questions vital to consideration of the rebuilding of the city’s public housing.
November 18, 2009

Feds right in HUD spat with state
Federal officials got it right when rejecting the state's plan for disbursing new storm recovery funds. The plan did not deserve approval.
November 17, 2009

Principal signs of grades on the way up
Editor Heber Taylor is impressed by Odyssey Academy Principal and Superintendent Jennifer Goodman's method of keeping track of students' progress.
November 15, 2009

Free tree removal is so important
There are good reasons apply for free tree removal in Galveston and to encourage neighbors to do the same. Remember, the deadline is Sunday.
November 13, 2009

System does not inspire the voters
Galveston's school board voting system, for whatever its merits, doesn’t exactly inspire voters. It's time to consider change.
November 12, 2009

Hard times in the mosquitoes war
The fall is a bad time to be surrounded by mosquitoes, especially as it’s difficult to control their numbers.
November 10, 2009

Day that the wall fell for Earl, Joe — and me
Daily News Editor Heber Taylor recalls reporting from behind the Iron Curtain when the Berlin Wall fell.
November 08, 2009

A time to mourn, not for a debate
In the wake of the shootings at Fort Hood, we should put the old debate about minorities to bed, lower our flags and mourn.
November 07, 2009

Hospitals without signs of the times
A 2008 study shows almost no hospital or clinic in Galveston County was complying with a law about information on charity and discounted-price care.
November 06, 2009

Imperfect system but worth a vote
The county's new super precinct balloting system had some glitches during Tuesday's elections, but it's a good step toward an efficient future.
November 05, 2009

Island a charter school laboratory
All the initial thoughts on the likely effects of charter schools have been disproved by the experience of Galveston's Odyssey Academy and Ambassadors Preparatory Academy.
November 04, 2009

Don’t forget to go and vote today
There are several fascinating propositions and contests on today's electoral ballots. Go vote — and then watch our Web site for the results this evening.
November 03, 2009

Interesting test for a new ballot system
You can stop at any polling place in the county and the e-Slate machine should pull up your correct ballot. Tell us f it works.
November 03, 2009

Guide to votes on state constitution
The proposed constitutional amendments on the ballot offer at least a couple of good reasons to get out to vote Tuesday.
November 01, 2009

The reason why we all are talking about race
People are talking about racial tensions in the public housing debate because there isn't talk of concrete plans and real people who need assistance.
November 01, 2009

Opening the door to housing trust
Galveston Housing Authority's board should ensure its staff do not repeat a mistake that suggested an Open Meetings Act infringement.
October 30, 2009

Bonds’ vote order has priorities right
It’s right that the city of Santa Feshould make building a new police station its top priority in its bond election Nov. 3.
October 29, 2009

League City needs a vote for change
Revelations about problems at a water plant are strong evidence that League City should change its form of government.
October 25, 2009