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PEACHES AND many other temperate fruits in Texas require cool winter conditions to grow into viable crops. Photo courtesy of Hannah Harrison/ Texas A&M AgriLife

PEACHES AND many other temperate fruits in Texas require cool winter conditions to grow into viable crops. Photo courtesy of Hannah Harrison/ Texas A&M AgriLife

Texas fruit production down due to low chill hours, late freeze

News Staff
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
The combination of a late freeze and a lack of chill hours will likely lead to reduced fruit yields across the state, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert.Tim Hartmann, Ph.D.

POSGCD board to be updated on Vista Ridge

Roy Sanders
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
ThePostOakSavannah Groundwater Conservation District’s Board was scheduled to meet on Tuesday, June 9, to hear an update on the Vista Ridge water export project from Burleson County to San Antonio and to approve the 2025 fiscal audit.
TYSON IS RECOVERING from injuries in a January 2025 fire in Chriesman.

TYSON IS RECOVERING from injuries in a January 2025 fire in Chriesman.

Fund helps 4-year-old fire victim’s recovery

Roy Sanders
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Tyson Mack, age 4, survived severe injuries in a 2025 fire at his home in Chriesman and has been an inspiration to many as he battled to recover.However, more help and recovery is needed.Tyson suffered severe burn injuries to 70% of his body and also a brain injury caused by lack of oxygen.
BRENDA KOLOJACO AND Debbie Schumacher pose for a photo for the Lyons Extension Education Association cookbook fundraiser. The cookbook sales will benefit the Lyons EEA Scholarship Fund. Photo courtesy of Lyons EEA

BRENDA KOLOJACO AND Debbie Schumacher pose for a photo for the Lyons Extension Education Association cookbook fundraiser. The cookbook sales will benefit the Lyons EEA Scholarship Fund. Photo courtesy of Lyons EEA

BRENDA KOLOJACO AND Debbie Schumacher

News Staff
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
BRENDA KOLOJACO AND Debbie Schumacher pose for a photo for the Lyons Extension Education Association cookbook fundraiser. The cookbook sales will benefit the Lyons EEA Scholarship Fund.

Texas mountain laurel earns Texas Superstar status

News Staff
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
The Texas mountain laurel, Dermatophyllum secundiflorum, has long been one of the state’s most admired native evergreens and now it’s officially a Texas Superstar, recognized for its exceptional performance, resilience and ornamental appeal.
CAROLYN VON BECKMAN recently received her 30-year award for being a member of TEEA. The award was presented by Tammy Qualls-Tucker.

CAROLYN VON BECKMAN recently received her 30-year award for being a member of TEEA. The award was presented by Tammy Qualls-Tucker.

CAROLYN VON BECKMAN

News Staff
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
CAROLYN VON BECKMAN recently received her 30-year award for being a member of TEEA. The award was presented by Tammy QuallsTucker.
NICKY’S CRAFTY BOUTIQUE displays their products on Sunday morning, June 7, at the Somerville Farmer and Artisan Market.

NICKY’S CRAFTY BOUTIQUE displays their products on Sunday morning, June 7, at the Somerville Farmer and Artisan Market.

Texas flood preparation

News Staff
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Disaster Assessment and Recovery, DAR, specialists are ready to be deployed as rivers in parts of Texas could rise or overflow due to heavy rainfall flooding.
MEMBERS OF THE ELIZABETH Lutheran Church in Caldwell’s playground committee and LCRA gather to celebrate the $25,000 community grant. Photo courtesy of LCRA

MEMBERS OF THE ELIZABETH Lutheran Church in Caldwell’s playground committee and LCRA gather to celebrate the $25,000 community grant. Photo courtesy of LCRA

Elizabeth Lutheran Church receives $25k LCRA grant

Sabine Lazo
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
The Elizabeth Lutheran Church in Caldwell will soon be home to a revitalized playground and outdoor area, thanks to a $25,000 community grant from the Lower Colorado RiverAuthority (LCRA).
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