October, 2023 -

Controversial GOP Chair Criticized for Soliciting Support During Council Meeting

Posted October 27, 2023 by Esther Lum

Although early voting began a few days ago for the November 7 election, it is apparently not too soon for Bryan Christ to kick off his reelection campaign for next year’s primary season. Christ, whose chairmanship of the Montgomery County GOP has been heavily criticized, spoke during Citizen’s Forum at…

Tamina Spokesmen Question City’s Intentions

Posted October 27, 2023 by Esther Lum

During city council’s October 25 meeting, two Tamina leaders expressed frustration over serious concerns the community has with city officials related to the $21 million, federally funded water and sewer project that Shenandoah started this year. Minister Tyrone Price said that while the project was excellent and long overdue, “it…

Council Supports Stronger Texas Borders and Israel

Posted October 26, 2023 by Esther Lum

Last night, city council voted unanimously in favor of two resolutions. One was to support the Governor's efforts to strengthen the southern border, although the resolution fell short of asking Abbott to close the border as state representative Steve Toth had recommended. The other resolution expressed the city's stand in…

The Sentinel Supports Israel – Ask City Council to Do the Same

Posted October 13, 2023 by Esther Lum

Last year, Shenandoah officials supported a resolution in favor of Ukraine. Today, the Sentinel urges council to pass a similar resolution in favor of Israel. To voice your support, ask Mayor Escoto (john.escoto@shenandoahtx.us) to place a resolution like the one below on the next agenda. Council members' email and phone…

14 Propositions on Texas Ballot: Pros & Cons

Posted October 13, 2023 by Esther Lum

Here's a summary of the 14 propositions on the ballot in the upcoming November 2023 election. Number 4 is of particular importance to homeowners. Source: Texas Legislative Council Proposition 1 The constitutional amendment protecting the right to engage in farming, ranching, timber production, horticulture, and wildlife management. Pro: Prevents municipal…