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LOCALLY-GROWN WATERMELONS are a favorite for summer eating. -- Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife

LOCALLY-GROWN WATERMELONS are a favorite for summer eating. -- Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife

Making the most of a trip to the farmers market

News Staff
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Unless you are lucky enough to have a vegetable garden of your own, you’d be hardpressed to find produce that tastes fresher or lasts longer than what your local farmers market has to offer, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

News Staff
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Senior Center lunchMason’s Warren Lodge No. 56 of Caldwell will be providing lunch at the Caldwell Senior Center on Friday, June 28, at noon for seniors 60 years of age or older.Blessing of the BikesThere will be a “Blessing of the Bikes” this Saturday, June 29, at 2 p.m.
ANY TOMATO THAT has reached the breaker stage is considered vine ripened and can be picked. -- Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife

ANY TOMATO THAT has reached the breaker stage is considered vine ripened and can be picked. -- Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife

How to store tomatoes

News Staff
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
One of the simple joys of summer is access to great-tasting tomatoes.There are some tips and tricks to help you get the most from your tomato harvest or purchase, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. Joe Masabni, Ph.D.

CISD passes $21.9M budget

Denise Squier
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Teachers and administrators in Caldwell ISD can now start planning how they need to spend district funds for the 2024-2025 school year.On Monday, June 24, the Cal d w e l l School Board passed a $21,910,549 budget for the district’s general operating expenditures for 2024-2025.
Blackberries, blueberries, other fruits contribute to agriculture

Blackberries, blueberries, other fruits contribute to agriculture

Blackberries, blueberries, other fruits contribute to agriculture

News Staff
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
While Texas is famous for its Ruby Red grapefruit and is the nation’s top producer of watermelons, some wellknown but lesser-grown fruits like blackberries, blueberries and raspberries are finding their place in its fields, orchards and gardens.

Solid Ground

News Staff
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
_rough the parable of Jesus, the heart of God is revealedThe book of Luke records many of the parables told by Jesus -- stories told to reveal the heart of God.As a child, I loved to hear these stories told in Sunday School because they painted such a clear picture for children as well as adults.
SPRING AND EARLY summer brings an increase in sightings of juvenile wildlife across Texas. While many people fear for the safety of these animals, which are often found alone, an expert with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service warns that interfering with wildlife often causes more harm than good.

SPRING AND EARLY summer brings an increase in sightings of juvenile wildlife across Texas. While many people fear for the safety of these animals, which are often found alone, an expert with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service warns that interfering with wildlife often causes more harm than good.

‘Tis the season to see wildlife: but don’t touch the ‘young-ins’

News Staff
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Whether hiking remote trails or backyard gardening, ‘tis the season for Texans to encounter the offspring of many wildlife species.
LOCAL ARTIST and art teacher Clover Cochran poses with one of her pieces of bronze work on display in the “Practice What We Teach” exhibit at the Reynolds Gallery at the Memorial Student Center at Texas A&M.

LOCAL ARTIST and art teacher Clover Cochran poses with one of her pieces of bronze work on display in the “Practice What We Teach” exhibit at the Reynolds Gallery at the Memorial Student Center at Texas A&M.

LOCAL ARTIST

News Staff
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
LOCAL ARTIST and art teacher Clover Cochran poses with one of her pieces of bronze work on display in the “Practice What We Teach” exhibit at the Reynolds Gallery at the Memorial Student Center at Texas A&M.THIS LADY WAS IN AWE OF this artwork by Burleson County’s Clover Cochran.
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