THROWBACK THURSDAY: Beloved educator remembered
By James Wear Fifty years ago Louine Noble decided to pursue the teaching profession and give up a promising career ...THROWBACK THURSDAY: The Independent’s new home prompts memories
By James Wear Sunday afternoon, as longtime friend David Ramirez and I were putting the finishing touches on a 20-ft. ...THROWBACK THURSDAY: Whimsy & Wonder triggers memories
By James Wear My wife Paula and I were fortunate enough to attend Saturday’s Whimsy & Wonder festival held in ...THROWBACK THURSDAY: Remembering an old friend
By James Wear His voice is as clear in my mind today as it was on those many occasions over ...THROWBACK THURSDAY: Newspaper production has changed since The Independent made its debut in 1987
By JAMES WEAR Things are a bit different than they were some 30 years ago when Jim Linzy Hudgins launched ...THROWBACK THURSDAY: Liberty Hill is birthplace of legendary rodeo cowboy
By JAMES WEAR Liberty Hill has had its share of talented cowboys during its history, but perhaps none gained more ...