Archive for August, 2005

My cousin, Steve Metze, is currently serving in Iraq for the Texas National Guard. He has an interesting story, really. He’s a graduate of West Point, teaches Television and Film at the University of Texas, and is second or third in command of the Texas National Guard. In May of 2004 he got married, and  [ Read More ]

When It Rains, It Deluges

Posted by Eric P. Metze On August 3, 2005 ADD COMMENTS

Rainfall has historically been something to look forward to, but India recently has learned firsthand the lesson about having too much of a good thing. As the death toll continues to rise, the rain continues to fall, and the pressures it puts on the people of the region create several social problems. This natural disaster  [ Read More ]

The Envelope, Please

Posted by Eric P. Metze On August 1, 2005 ADD COMMENTS

The Texas Education Agency is going to release its findings on the academic performance of Texas public schools today, and the labels that they assign to each school could greatly influence many districts. The ratings given to each school affect the students, the faculty, the funding, and even the property value of the area around  [ Read More ]