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A TEXAS A&M AgriLife Extension Service webinar on Aug. 29 will explore the reasons behind honey bee declines in Texas and around the nation. Photo courtesy of Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife

A TEXAS A&M AgriLife Extension Service webinar on Aug. 29 will explore the reasons behind honey bee declines in Texas and around the nation. Photo courtesy of Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife

Record honey bee losses prompt AgriLife Extension webinar

News Staff
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Texas beekeepers lost 61% of their honey bee colonies -- nearly 60,000 hives over the past year, according to the most recent statewide survey of more than 400 beekeepers.This was one of the steepest declines in beehives ever recorded in Texas, said Garett Slater, Ph.D.

Solid Ground

News Staff
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Jesus performed miracles, but o_ered followers so much moreAs long as Jesus was doing miracles, hundreds and even thousands of people gathered around wherever he would go. They had heard he was a miracle-worker and wanted to witness one for themselves.

Lady Hornet JV falls to Franklin

News Staff
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
The Lady Hornets junior varsity volleyball team hosted the Lady Lions of Franklin last Tuesday and were defeated in a tough threeset match 14-25, 25-19, 11-15.
JOHN THOMAS CANNON was recognized with his 50 year service award on Wednesday, Aug. 13. Representatives from Warren Lodge in Caldwell visited him in his home to honor Cannon for his service to the craft and community. Warren Lodge has been an active organization in the community for 175 years.

JOHN THOMAS CANNON was recognized with his 50 year service award on Wednesday, Aug. 13. Representatives from Warren Lodge in Caldwell visited him in his home to honor Cannon for his service to the craft and community. Warren Lodge has been an active organization in the community for 175 years.

JOHN THOMAS CANNON

News Staff
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
JOHN THOMAS CANNON was recognized with his 50 year service award on Wednesday, Aug. 13. Representatives from Warren Lodge in Caldwell visited him in his home to honor Cannon for his service to the craft and community. Warren Lodge has been an active organization in the community for 175 years.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

News Staff
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Burleson County Historical MuseumThe Burleson County Historical Museum is open every Friday from 1:30-4:30 p.m. The museum is located on the first floor of the Burleson County Courthouse. The museum will be closed on Burleson County holidays.
SHARON KOVAR helps Shane Keinow mix the kolache dough.

SHARON KOVAR helps Shane Keinow mix the kolache dough.

Pork prices reach record highs with holiday demand ahead

News Staff
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Retail pork prices hit record high levels this summer and are expected to remain elevated heading into the holiday season, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts said.In July, average retail pork prices reached the highest point of the year, $5.01 per pound, up from $4.

Budget, tax rate OK’d for Snook

Roy Sanders
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
The Snook City Council on Monday, Aug. 25, approved a 25-cent tax rate, the same as last year, and a $1,162,004 budget for 2025-26 and took a hard look at a new water system model that indicates future upgrades will be needed.
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