As the government shutdown now moves into its third week – the longest U.S. government shutdown in history – the effects are being felt locally.

Anyone traveling can expect long airport lines. While Transportation Security Administration (TSA) employees are supposed to show up at work, they are doing so without pay. And they are not happy about it.

Want to travel to Big Bend National Park? Don’t. National Park services, such as Ranger programs, permits, visitor centers, trash col...