Also in This Issue

Pick up a copy of the October 2013 issue to read these and other articles.

Being Smart About Smartphone Security

NQ Mobile, based both in Dallas and Beijing, helps protect photos, Facebook chats, and other data from prying eyes.
by Phil Harvey

Verbatim

Business views from Mary Frances Burleson, Robert Crandall, Don Hodges, Rob Snyder, and more.
by David Johnson

Lone Star Leverage: Your Degree Works Harder Here

Well-educated workers earn more income in Texas than most other states: high school grads, not so much.
by Michael Cox and Richard Alm

Business

Wellness Brand Neora’s Victory May Not Be Good News for Other Multilevel Marketers. Here’s Why

The ruling was the first victory for the multilevel marketing industry against the FTC since the 1970s, but may spell trouble for other direct sales companies.

By Will Maddox

Business

Gensler’s Deeg Snyder Was a Mischievous Mascot for Mississippi State

The co-managing director’s personality and zest for fun were unleashed wearing the Bulldog costume.

By Ben Swanger

Local News

A Voter’s Guide to the 2024 Bond Package

From street repairs to new parks and libraries, housing, and public safety, here's what you need to know before voting in this year's $1.25 billion bond election.

By Bethany Erickson and Matt Goodman