The 1867 Settlement Committee will celebrate its eighth annual Historical Western Event from noon to 5:30 p.m. Oct. 13 in the Bell Drive Historic District at 117 Bell Drive in Texas City. The museum also will be open for tours from noon to 5 p.m.

Is lying the new political norm? Of course not. Politicians and their political operatives, along with their core supporters, have been involved with the practice of politically lying and deceiving voters by making false claims that they know not to be true, etc., since I can remember.

As "The Big Bang Theory" CBS juggernaut rolls into a record 12th season on Monday, most of the gang exploring mysteries of the universe have gone vegan, opting for plant-based eating. Leading actress Kaley Cuoco (Penny) also campaigns against Canadian slaughter of baby seals. Mayim Bialik (A…

John R. Cobarruvias’ comments about detectors will not curing gun violence are correct; however, busting Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s chops over the offer to give 10 of them to Santa Fe schools is not warranted (Metal detectors don't add up to less gun violence," The Daily News, Sept. 19).

Right-wing fear mongers across Texas are making wild, false accusations against Beto O'Rourke, the Democratic congressman from El Paso running for U.S. Senate.

For people supporting Beto O'Rourke, you are basing your support emotionally and not rationally.

In 1960, Nikita Khrushchev of the USSR pounded his shoe on the table at the United Nations and said, “We will take over America without firing a shot.” We all laughed. This was during the Cold War era, and we knew he was just trying to look strong for his people.

The choice is clear for Position 2 in the Friendswood ISD school board race. Denise Ruiz has the experience needed to continue to serve as a trustee on this distinguished board.

I think it's time to think blue. How can we expect Ted Cruz to stick up for Texas when he cannot stick up for himself? He was once brutally insulted by Donald Trump, who called him "Lyin' Ted" and added further indignity to his family. Lyin' Ted's reaction to this abuse — become close pals w…

Galveston drainage problems can be solved.

I got a kick out of reading the letter by John Hatch expressing a desire for fair and unbiased reporting ("For truth, tune out mainstream media, except Fox," The Daily News, Sept. 13).

In a letter by Don Treshman ("Beto O'Rourke is deceptive, support Ted Cruz," The Daily News, Sept. 12) he goes back to the current playbook of Trump Republicans. He attacked Beto O'Rouke for his name that his family gave him as a child.

The 3-foot rule is important, but for much more than enforcement ("Citing enforcement, council defers bike safety vote," The Daily News, Sept. 14). It's about awareness and showing that Galveston is a bicycle-friendly city. The ordinance, along with signage, will make drivers aware and, hope…

I am writing to endorse Denise Ruiz for Friendswood Independent School Board Position 2.

Don Treshman states that Beto O'Rourke changed his first name to conceal his Irish-American heritage from Latino voters ("Beto O'Rourke is deceptive, support Ted Cruz," The Daily News, Sept. 12).

In response to the letter by Don Treshman ("Beto O'Rourke is deceptive, support Ted Cruz," The Daily News, Sept. 12): Not only is the writer offensive to Congressman O’Rourke and the work he does for his constituents, but he is also offensive to his fellow Texans for making such ridiculous c…

As Friendswood residents for over 40 years and Friendswood High School alumni, it is our great honor to endorse Denise Ruiz for Friendswood ISD school board Position 2. Denise is a trusted leader in our community, our neighbor and dear friend. We are grateful that she has once again answered…

As a member of the Friends of Downtown Friendswood Association, when I first heard about the carousel for Stevenson Park, I envisioned a beautiful Saturday with a grandchild walking hand-in-hand through its quiet, green trails, then going over and riding the carousel.

President Trump has accused the mainstream media of providing fake news, and being an enemy of the people. I agree with him. Why, because of the hypocrisy and dishonesty exhibited by the mainstream media on a daily basis.

I for one am getting tired of the half- to full-page critics of this administration with The Associate Press as the only news source. The “spin” is always against any positive thing this president does right.

A political sign thief has struck again.

On Sept. 6, The Daily News published letters from two “Beto” apologists, which cry out for response.

I recently rode down the length of the Texas City Dike for the first time in many years and was pleasantly surprised by the improvements — particularly the efforts to keep the area clean by making trash cans available every several feet. Yet, in spite of this, people can’t be bothered to dis…

Once again, a play on words and no confidence in their ability to handle a criminal case, the Galveston County District Attorney's office does not exhibit a desire to protect our schools from attack from within.

Can we talk about the safety on the seawall? Lives have been lost — and more to come I'm sure.

Galveston is very fortunate to have such a diversity of wildlife that calls Galveston its home. If you asked what form of wildlife is most synonymous with Galveston, many would think of the many wonderful species of birds that are here throughout the year.

The letter by Thomas Devane ("Despite all the facts, support for Trump lingers," The Daily News, Sept. 7) could have been written by me and some of my friends.

On the night of Sept. 4, I was watching the 10 p.m. news and they were showing a segment live about Tropical Storm Gordon when I saw the most stupid thing. A news reporter was in full rain gear with 30 to 40 mph winds with rain giving his report in the rain.

Progressives raise taxes to pay for more welfare. After a tax increase reduces revenues by killing jobs, creating more need for welfare, they raise taxes again. An endless treadmill of more welfare and higher taxes.

People having to wade their way to the cruise terminal. What an embarrassment to Galveston Island.

Despite the fact that he routinely disrespects women. Despite the fact that he values himself above others and considers his position a tool to further his personal agenda.

Any claim that U.S. Senate candidate Beto O’Rourke’s positions reflect “Leninism” is ridiculous. Lenin supported violent worker revolution. O’Rourke’s positions on all issues are at betofortexas.com/issues.

Mike Huckabee took his daughter, Sara, to visit the Yad Vashem cemetery 25 years ago. That is the cemetery in Israel that pays respect to the 11 million Jews killed by the Nazis during the Holocaust.

As this community knows all too well, mass casualty events are occurring far too often. The good news is there is something we can do to fix the crisis of targeted violence that is indiscriminately impacting our nation.

I was interested in George Christie's inaccurate description of Beto O'Rourke advocating Leninist socialism ("Beto O'Rourke is advocating for Leninist socialism," The Daily News, Sept. 2). In the first place, Lenin was advocating change from a monarchy to rule by the people. There is no para…

I’ve read that Beto O’Rourke voted against Harvey relief. It concerned me because it doesn’t jive with what I know about him. Could this be a chink in the armor of a man I admire?

I walk on the beach most mornings at sunrise. Recently, one morning, there was a very smelly man sleeping on the sidewalk. There were two people sleeping in lifeguard station 10. There was someone sleeping in lifeguard station 8.

The letter by LaWanda Buttner (“Beto O’Rourke voted against disaster relief funding,” The Daily News, Aug. 3) was misleading.

I have seen the uptick in sign placement in Galveston advocating Beto O'Rourke for the senate seat held by Ted Cruz in the upcoming elections. I have no issues with his missteps in his youth, or how he was able to have his transgressions adjudicated. His personal life is of no consequence to me.

I serve on the Galveston Independent School District board of trustees and wish to clarify some incorrect assumptions made by David Hardee, which led to incorrect conclusions on per-student spending ("Galveston ISD is following others into bankruptcy," The Daily News, Aug. 28). The most impo…

Robert Hart's letter contending that the Civil War was about "Yankee" greed left out a number of important facts ("The Civil War was all about greed, not slavery," The Daily News, Aug. 29).

This is a response to the letter by Robert Hart (“The Civil War was all about greed, not slavery” The Daily News, Aug. 29): Part of the Republican platform of 1860 called for the containment of slavery and Abraham Lincoln was their candidate. Lincoln was elected; however, he could not abolis…

I read the article about the possible closing of the Galveston Department of Public Safety office ("Galveston DPS office on list of possible state cuts," The Daily News, Aug. 25).

It seems that Robert Hart's view ("The Civil War was all about greed, not slavery," The Daily News, Aug. 29) to incorporate the economy as a component in the "war against slavery" is a multidimensional approach, but still may not be incorporating all of the conditions of the times.

Rafael Edward "Ted" Cruz is running online ads making the misleading claim that U.S. Senate candidate Beto O'Rourke cast an "irresponsible" vote against tax relief for Hurricane Harvey victims.

Cruz, letter misrepresented O’Rourke’s voting record

I'm a retired senior citizen, and a fortunate recipient who received a portable air conditioner from DSW Homes this summer. I want to thank them with all of my heart for your kindness. I only have two names; Steve and Carmen Mataro, thank you. 

Aug. 25 was the one year anniversary of Hurricane Harvey, which caused an estimated $125 billion in damage and 103 deaths. I felt that the time couldn't be better to point out to the victims and people of the Texas Gulf Coast that Robert Francis "Beto" O'Rourke voted against the Harvey Disas…

Unintended consequences. These people have had their lives ruined: Paul Manafort, George Papadopoulos, Michael Flynn, Michael Cohen, Peter Strzok, Lisa Page, Carter Page, Andrew McCabe, James Comey, John Brennan, James Clapper, Bruce Ohr, Lennie Ohr, Christopher Wray, Jeff Sessions, Michael …

I commend The Daily News for not joining the so-called "ranks of newspapers standing for press freedom." I don’t understand Harvey Rice being bent out of shape because The Daily News didn't join the Houston Chronicle on the phony press freedom issue ("News should explain not joining editoria…

In response to the guest column by Jack Evins ("Diverse opinions are what support democracy," The Daily News, Aug. 22): He isn't completely right about the Civil War being a notable exception.

Galveston ISD is following

In response to the story ("An island nonprofit might be ousted over zoning issues," The Daily News, Aug. 22): As a former resident of Craig Brown's district when some of my neighbors on Avenue O began complaining about the Artist Boat's lease and use of the property at 27th Street and Avenue…