Iraq War veteran and Dallas state Rep. Allen Vaught will add one other credential to his resume this week: movie star.
Texas Legislature
Census and Sensibility
“You want a good count both because you want to have your representation and because you want to get the resources your community needs,” says demographer Steve Murdock.
2010: Averitt Resigns
Sen. Kip Averitt, R-Waco, resigned from office Monday, a week after winning the GOP primary for reelection to a seat he no longer wants to hold.
2010: Sibley, Standing By
Former state Sen. David Sibley, R-Waco, is talking to people about getting back into the Legislature when Sen. Kip Averitt, R-Waco, gets out. But he’s not out yet, and there are two exits.
Once More, With Feeling
One candidate lost on Tuesday by 11 votes out of more than 10,000 cast. Others lost by fewer than 200 votes. Anyone up for a recount?
Who Won, Who Lost
For the last two months, we’ve brought you news and analysis on 20 hotly contested primaries. Here’s a look at who won, who lost, and who’s headed for a runoff in the top legislative and congressional races.
HD-84: Griffin and Frullo Headed For Runoff
Mark Griffin and John Frullo appear headed for a runoff next month to claim the GOP nod in the race for HD-84.
HD-36: Muรฑoz Jr. Defeats Rodriguez
Muรฑoz defeats Rodriguez in the race to replace state Rep. Ismael “Kino” Flores.
HD-52: Gonzales, Gordon Appear Headed to Runoff
Gonzales and Gordon appear to be in a dogfight, and may face a runoff. The winner will take on freshman incumbent Diana Maldonado, D-Round Rock.
HD-43: Rios Ybarra Loses to Lozano
Freshman incumbent Tara Rios Ybarra, D-South Padre Island, lost her bid for re-election on Tuesday to Kingsville businessman J.M. Lozano.

