LIfestyles

A group of retired teachers is pressing Texas lawmakers to implement a “substantial” cost-of-living increase in their benefits when the Texas Legislature meets in January. The District 9 Texas Retired Teachers Association Fall Conference met on Oct. 18 to discuss priorities for the 88th Legislative Session, which begins Jan. 10, although lawmakers can start filing bills on Nov. 14.

Olney Police Chief Dan Birbeck joined the board of directors of Virginia’s House in Graham on Oct. 25, after he was invited to add his expertise to the multi-county agency that advocates for women and children.

City Council lifts lake lease moratorium