Will I see you Wednesday night at the Welder Center?

By ChrisCobler in Your Advocate: an editor's blog

Former Advocate intern Drew Stewart arrived Tuesday in Victoria, on the eve of Wednesday's world premiere of his documentary, "Breadth of Hope." You might remember Drew from his hilarious antics last fall on "Friday Night Rewind." When not shooting video ...

What are you thankful for?

By ChrisCobler in Your Advocate: an editor's blog

I can't begin to list all of my many blessings, but my list would have to start with my family. I'm so grateful my parents remain in good enough health to come visit us this Thanksgiving. We plan to have ...

What do you do when your favorite website is down?

By ChrisCobler in Your Advocate: an editor's blog

I changed the order of my morning routine Sunday and read the printed Advocate first. Usually, I jump back and forth reading both print and online. I changed my habit because our technical team was working early Sunday on upgrading ...

How do you count your blessings?

By ChrisCobler in Your Advocate: an editor's blog

Warning: Read on only if you don't mind being subjected to a gushing parent. I am one lucky guy. Somehow, I ended up with two of the best and most talented children in the world. Don't believe me? Like every ...

What is your favorite part of a parade?

By ChrisCobler in Your Advocate: an editor's blog

My favorite part of any parade has to be the marching bands. You can't help but stand up, clap you hands and tap your feet. I think it's wonderful that all Victoria schools participate in the Veterans Day parade. Of ...

What did you think of the big game?

By ChrisCobler in Your Advocate: an editor's blog

Toward the end of the game, I looked up into the stands to see a fan reading the Advocate's special section featuring double-sided cover pages. The sight warmed an editor's heart on a cool November night. To see a gallery ...

What was missing from coverage of drill team drama?

By ChrisCobler in Your Advocate: an editor's blog

I hesitate to add to all of the coverage and discussion about the Victoria dance and drill team, but this e-mail exchange with a reader seems worth sharing. He graciously agreed to use his name in this blog. Mr. Cobler, ...