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Edwards-Flores race was one of nation's most expensive campaigns

Bill Flores (left) and Chet Edwards (right) waged an expensive political war this year.

U.S. Rep. Chet Edwards and Rep.-elect Bill Flores spent a combined $7 million, according to the candidates’ latest financial reports released last week.

Waco-area earmarks in jeopardy under ban

Funding secured in spending bills over the summer by U.S. Rep. Chet Edwards, D-Waco, would likely evaporate under a proposed earmark ban. At right is Edwards' wife Lea Ann.

Nearly $11 million to help widen Interstate 35, bring an Army National Guard unit headquarters to Waco and aid research at Baylor is imperiled as the 111th Congress comes to a close.

Flores gets 'sweet' office, says he's excited about Congress

Congressman-elect Bill Flores, of Bryan, selected an office in the Longworth Building as part of the biannual lottery to determine who gets what office.

On Friday Congressman-elect Bill Flores got his first taste of a quirky Capitol Hill ritual: the biannual lottery to determine who gets the best digs.

Tea party group upsets Rep.-elect Bill Flores

Republican Bill Flores, who unseated longtime Democratic U.S. Rep. Chet Edwards, of Waco, puts on his coat before watching results on election night.

In his first day in the nation's capital for a weeklong orientation, Congressman-elect Bill Flores got his first taste of the tension between elements of the tea party movement and the Republican Party.

Flores vows in Washington to remember why the public put him in office

Congressman-elect Bill Flores is in Washington, D.C., this week for orientation for newly elected members of Congress.

Local Republicans still basking in glory of election day victories

McLennan County Republican chairman Joe Hinton said he’s heard some area Democratic officials want to switch parties.

Local Republicans are still basking in the glory of their election day victories. McLennan County Republican Party chair Joe Hinton said that, though party members are riding high right now, there is still work to be done.

McLennan County Democratic Party sees uphill battle ahead

McLennan County Democratic chairwoman Karen Petree said the sweeping wins by Republicans may dissuade Democrat hopefuls.

McLennan County Democratic Party officials say they’re fighting a tough battle after losing prized seats to GOP candidates in the Nov. 2 election.

Former Waco state senators registered as lobbyists

David Sibley (left) and Kip Averitt (right) have joined the ranks of Austin lobbyists.

Kip Averitt, who retired from his seat early this year, already has two clients. David Sibley is working for several of his former clients.

National organization touting Flores' Hispanic roots

A national Hispanic organization is touting Congressman-elect Bill Flores’ Hispanic roots, though Flores says they date back to 1725, when family came to Texas from Spain.

Waco officials deal with loss of political clout

Republican Bill Flores, who unseated longtime Democratic U.S. Rep. Chet Edwards, of Waco, puts on his coat before watching results on election night.

Local Republicans were exuberant in the aftermath of Tuesday’s elections, after nearly pulling off a clean sweep in McLennan County races, unseating senior Democrat U.S. Rep. Chet Edwards and powerful state Rep. Jim Dunnam. But with the gains of Congressman-elect Bill Flores of Bryan and ...

U.S. Rep. Chet Edwards reflects on 20 years of service

U.S. Rep. Chet Edwards talks with 6-year-old Emma Planos after delivering his concession speech Tuesday.

We reprint the concession speech by U.S. Rep. Chet Edwards after he was defeated for or re-election after 20 years in Congress.

Doc Anderson endorses Straus for speaker; Beck in a bit of a pinch

A recent e-mail encourages citizens to contact state representatives Marva Beck (left) and Doc Anderson to push for a more conservative House Speaker.

State representative-elect Marva Beck of Centerville, fresh off an upset victory over state Rep. Jim Dunnam, a Waco lawyer, is already in a slightly sticky position.

Bosque County officials regrouping after voters turn down jail bond

Bosque County officials will explore their options after voters shoot down a bond proposition to construct a new jail.

Flores looking forward to new role, but isn't being hasty about making initial decisions

Bill Flores said he intends to have three district offices, including one in Waco.

Fresh off his victory in the Congressional District 17 race, retired energy executive Bill Flores, R-Bryan, is approaching his transition to office like some of his past private-sector ventures.

Edwards dreams of teaching, moving back to Waco and more compromise in Congress

U.S. Rep Chet Edwards, D-Waco, leaves the polling place Tuesday with his wife after casting his vote.

For the first time in more than a quarter century, longtime Waco Rep. Chet Edwards heads into November not entirely sure what the new year will bring — but he knows what he won't be doing.

McGregor officials ponder why bond failed

McGregor school district officials are trying to figure out exactly what happened and what to do next after the school district's $17 million bond issue failed this week.

County treasurer's race exemplifies anti-incumbemt, anti-Democratic sentiment

Danny Volcik (left) defeated incumbent Bill Helton (right), despite little campaigning and few credentials for the treasurer’s office.

Several local candidates and officials say the McLennan County treasurer election might be the biggest indicator of anti-incumbent and anti-Democrat sentiment in the area.

Reyna says coordination with law enforcement critical to DA's success

District Attorney-elect Abel Reyna hugs a supporter at his election watch party Tuesday night.

It has been 20 years since there was a different district attorney in McLennan County.

Some officials question Volcik's credentials for treasurer's office

Some local officials question whether treasurer-elect Danny Volcik is qualified for the office. Volcik, though, says he will be a quick study and will look to others with experience for guidance.

The ousting of longtime county treasurer Bill Helton in favor of retired state trooper Danny Volcik has some officials questioning whether the treasurer-elect is qualified for office.