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Multiple Factors, Including Severe Drought, Result in Meager Crawfish Harvest and Higher Prices

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Thu, 03/28/2024 - 05:00

Although Texas crawfish farmers emerged from a challenging growing season slightly better off than producers in Louisiana, 2024 is shaping up to be a dismal crawfish season for producers and consumers alike, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. Todd Sink, Ph.D.

Fun Ways for Children to Participate in St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations

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Thu, 03/14/2024 - 05:00

St. Patrick’s Day commemorates its namesake, the patron saint of Ireland who helped spread Christianity across this island nation. While it may have begun as a religious holiday, eventually the fanfare expanded to transform St.

The TurfMutt Foundation Offers Tips to “Yard Your Way” This Spring

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Thu, 03/14/2024 - 05:00

The TurfMutt Foundation, which is celebrating 15 years this year of advocating for the care and use of yards, parks and other green spaces, encourages homeowners to put their own spin on their personal outdoor space this spring by adopting a “yard your way” attitude.

Spring Cleaning: Don’t Toss That ‘Junk,’ It May Be Valuable!

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Thu, 03/14/2024 - 05:00

From baseball cards and sports equipment to postcards and photographs, is that “junk” in your attic or basement dusty treasure or just dusty? We’ve all heard of families getting rich from the sale of rare memorabilia they found when spring cleaning.

Many St. Patrick’s Day Traditions are Not From Ireland

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Thu, 03/14/2024 - 05:00

St. Patrick’s Day is made special by various traditions. Everything from dyeing major cities’ rivers green to parades to enjoying green foods has become part of the pageantry of St. Patrick’s Day.

How St. Patrick’s Day is Celebrated in Ireland

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Thu, 03/14/2024 - 05:00

Initially a religious holiday to commemorate the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick’s Day has since evolved into a global celebration of Irish culture. In fact, it has become one of the most popular days of the year to throw a party and gather with others.

How to Help Pets Acclimate to New Homes

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Thu, 03/14/2024 - 05:00

Welcoming a new pet into a family can be an exciting time. Pets are wonderful companions and can even be beneficial to their owners' overall health. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises that pets may create increased opportunities for exercise.

Can A Christian Who Sins Go To Heaven?

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Thu, 03/14/2024 - 05:00

Kids’ answers fall into three categories: the smilers, the hopeful and the performers. I call the first group the smilers because Ashley, 9, says: “Yes!! You will definitely go to heaven if you are a Christian and sin!

Angels We Have Heard on High

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Thu, 03/14/2024 - 05:00

Ah, the joys of spring break! I love a cool, crisp morning that advances into a sunny afternoon. I adore the permission to sleep in a little, no coffee on the front porch as I wave to the grandchildren scurrying off to school early in the morning. You know that feeling, right?

The Gift We Give Ourselves

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Thu, 02/22/2024 - 05:00

I hope that most of you know that I own Flower Basket. And today, you will all learn that my birthday was on Monday. According to my children, these two facts make it impossible to shop for me (“What are we gonna get a florist the week of Valentine’s Day? Flowers?