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Tips to prevent barn swallow nests this spring

Whether you love watching barn swallows up close or dread the mess they leave behind, a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert encourages you to take preventative action before the birds begin nesting.

Texas A&M ranch management school offered April 14-17

Registration is open for the David McKnight ’73 Ranch Management University, scheduled for April 14-17 at Texas A&M University.TheRanchManagement University is designed to give new or inexperienced ranchers and landowners a crash course on a lot of different subjects, saidLarryRedmon,Ph.D.

From the HART

Since 2022, Haven Animal Rescue of Texas (HART) has been on a mission: to improve the lives of local animals.
THE LYONS EDUCATION Extension Association recently attended the Spring Conference in Conroe. Pictured are Sharon Stevenson, Brenda Kolojaco, Terri Simmons and Tammy Qualls Tucker. Photo courtesy of the Lyons EEA

THE LYONS EDUCATION Extension Association recently attended the Spring Conference in Conroe. Pictured are Sharon Stevenson, Brenda Kolojaco, Terri Simmons and Tammy Qualls Tucker. Photo courtesy of the Lyons EEA

THE LYONS EDUCATION Extension Association

THE LYONS EDUCATION Extension Association recently attended the Spring Conference in Conroe. Pictured are Sharon Stevenson, Brenda Kolojaco, Terri Simmons and Tammy Qualls Tucker.

POSGCD board plans hearing on SLR permit

The Post Oak Savannah Groundwater Conservation District Board will hold a final public hearing on Tuesday, April 8, and consider a decision on a permit request by SLR (Sandow Lakes Ranch) Property I, LP, for two drilling and operating permits.

Don’t horse around when it comes to bumps

Horses are known for their strength and beauty, but their skin is just as vulnerable as any living tissue. While some of the lumps and bumps commonly seen on horses are harmless, others may be cancerous tumors requiring prompt veterinary attention.Dr.
CHRISTY GRASSL OF Sweet Kitten Candy is at her display booth on Saturday, March 29, at the Chriesman Craft & Yard Sale at the Chriesman Community Center. The event drew several vendors.

CHRISTY GRASSL OF Sweet Kitten Candy is at her display booth on Saturday, March 29, at the Chriesman Craft & Yard Sale at the Chriesman Community Center. The event drew several vendors.

CHRISTY GRASSL OF Sweet Kitten

HRISTY GRASSL OF Sweet Kitten Candy is at her display booth on Saturday, March 29, at the Chriesman Craft & Yard Sale at the Chriesman Community Center. The event drew several vendors.TEDDY AND MARION Hansard display these wood projects on Saturday, March 29, at the Chriesman Craft & Yard Sale.
VISITORS ENJOY

VISITORS ENJOY

VISITORS ENJOY

VISITORS ENJOY this demonstration at the Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum on Saturday, March 22, during their annual Heritage Day celebration.
THIS HOUSE ON County Road 349 burns as firefighters arrive. Photo courtesy of Snook Volunteer Fire Department

THIS HOUSE ON County Road 349 burns as firefighters arrive. Photo courtesy of Snook Volunteer Fire Department

Fire burns house off CR 249

A fire burned down a home late Sunday afternoon, March 23, at 6131 County Road 249 near F.M. 166 in Tunis, but no injuries occurred.The cause of the blaze is unknown and is believed to be accidental, said Snook Volunteer Fire Department Chief Jon Collins.

Caldwell discusses Quinn Waters subdivision

The Caldwell City Council heard from representatives of the Quinn Waters subdivision, located off of County Road 105, regarding their suggested plan revisions changing lot sizes to 40-foot, 50foot and 60-foot-wide lots to make the lots more affordable.