Texas honors Carole Keeton with flags at half-staff
Texas honors Carole Keeton by flying flags at half-staff statewide. Governor Greg Abbott acknowledges her contributions as former Austin mayor, Texas railroad commissioner, and state comptroller.
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Texas honors Carole Keeton by flying flags at half-staff statewide. Governor Greg Abbott acknowledges her contributions as former Austin mayor, Texas railroad commissioner, and state comptroller.
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