Local Trend Update. The D.A., the annexation, and the election.

The annexation plan of Ranger College that included anop-ed from the Erath D.A. refuting allegations that opponents would be prosecuted, has failed to pass.

Those touting victory include Empower Texas | WEST TEXANS DEFEAT BIG GOVERNMENT BY INCREDIBLE MARGIN

The measure was defeated 97% to 3%.

Refreshing our recollection: 

Where on earth is this happening? Erath County Texas

What tax increase is involved? An election concerning  Ranger College annexation and taxation involving a potential 43 cent property tax.

How did the District Attorney Get Thrown Into This?

• In several Erath Co. publications, supporters of Ranger College threatened that the D.A. would bring felony bribery & coersion charges against the opposition. Seriously.
• The Erath Co. District Attorney published an Op-Ed to dismiss the claims completely.

Stephenville Empire Tribune | DA responds to Ranger College