AUSTIN – The Fourth of July holiday provides numerous opportunities for Texans throughout the state to enjoy the summer sun on the water. During the holiday festivities, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urges boaters and paddlers to do their part to protect Texas lakes from aquatic invasive species during the heart of boating season.
“There was 75.14 million hogs in inventory as of June 1 that is slightly more than last year,” says USDA Livestock Economist Mike McConnell. “For breeding purposes there is 5.98 million hogs, slightly down from last year’s 6.01 but just down by one percent.” The pig crop from March through May had 2.91 million farrowings, which slightly less than last year.
A couple of weeks ago, my husband went to the dentist. He is much braver than I am. There are few things that cause me more anxiety than the thought of someone sticking a drill in my mouth.
KERR COUNTY, Texas — At a Friday news conference, Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly said he “can’t answer” why camps weren’t evacuated but acknowledged: “We do not have a warning system.”
In December 2024 I wrote about emergency help for chemical accidents on the farm, at home, at work. The national toll free number 1-800-222-1222 accesses immediate assistance and advice for any type of poisoning.
BALLINGER — The old McShan's building, nestled between West Texas Collision and Tire and Adelita's Mexican Restaurant is getting a new life and a facelift.
I want to formally go on record declaring my commitment to the foundational principles of civilization. Chief among them is the notion of private property.
AUSTIN – June in Texas means the arrival of scorching temperatures and the risk of heat-related illness, so Texas State Parks offers seven tips to help parkgoers beat the heat and safely enjoy the beauty that Texas has to offer.
When Darrell and Carolyn Allen wanted to build a home of their own, Darrell’s mother provided 2.5 acres of her 65 acres property. During consultation with their lawyer for preparing their wills, the question was raised whether his mother had deeded the property to Darrell alone or to him and Carolyn together.
BALLINGER — Ballinger High School’s former athletic director and head football coach, Ty Lang, headed out last month to become an assistant coach at Stephenville, leaving the position open at Ballinger ISD.