7.23.2026

Random Thursday Morning Thoughts


What I learned from watching the Republican National Convention.


  • A 5.0 earthquake near Amarillo this morning.  
  • Brent Crude Oil just crossed $100 a barrel moments ago. 
  • "LITTLE ELM, Texas - A USPS worker died after collapsing in Little Elm earlier this week, but it's unclear if his death was related to the scorching temperatures across North Texas."
  • "The affidavits allege a deputy learned probationers had reported Washington was charging them money or food in exchange for turning in community service hours they never worked." She has a GoFundMe type of fundraiser for legal expenses. 

  • This "feud" is all over a courthouse renovation project. Story. Bonus: The County Judge likes to say "golly gee" a lot. 

  • Conspiracy theorists rejoice. Story.

  • Oh, my. From Fox 4: 

  • We're doomed.

  • Trumpisms:
    • Speaking on behalf of the dead.

    • All the talking points are now about Communism but who knew they wanted to do that?.  

    • Pinky Herman? And he said it twice. Video.

  • The Business Second™.  The company has a total of 144 employees but is worth $40 billion.  

  • Messenger - Above the Fold