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Replacing Thousands of Miles of Burned Fences in the Texas Panhandle

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Thu, 03/21/2024 - 05:00

An overwhelming task lies ahead for ranchers whose pastures and ranchland were burned by the wildfires that left thousands of miles of fencing to be repaired or replaced. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service beef cattle specialists Jason Smith, Ph.D., Amarillo, and Ron Gill, Ph.D.

Eight Great Plants to Bring Butterflies to Your Garden

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Thu, 03/21/2024 - 05:00

A delicate butterfly alighting on a garden bloom is a tangible sign for many that spring has indeed arrived. A Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialist shared insights on how to draw these beautiful beneficial insects to your yard — not only in the spring but throughout the summer and fall.

Dallas ER Physician Shares Critical Eye Safety Tips for Upcoming Total Solar Eclipse

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Thu, 03/21/2024 - 05:00

In anticipation of the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse on April 8, Total Eclipse DFW has provided thousands of ISO-compliant and American Astronomical Society- approved Eclipse glasses to North Texas residents and those who plan to visit the area.

Scenes from a Cracker Barrel

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Thu, 03/21/2024 - 05:00

Cracker Barrel, 8:17 P.M.—it’s busy tonight. There’s a boy in a wheelchair at the table beside me. His father is spoon feeding him cooked apples and fried chicken. When the boy’s sister says something funny, the boy claps and laughs.

Spring Wild Turkey Season Shaping Up to be a Great Season

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Thu, 03/21/2024 - 05:00

With the early spring green-up and mild winter weather, spring wild turkey season is shaping up to be very productive for hunters.

It’s Time to Embrace the Power of Flowers this Spring

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Thu, 03/21/2024 - 05:00

There’s no time like the present — especially when it comes to plants for a spring garden. Much of the state has experienced early spring weather, which means the sooner you can get to certain garden tasks, the better off your yard will be.

South Texas Citrus Poised for a Comeback

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Thu, 03/21/2024 - 05:00

The Texas citrus crop quality and quantity was better than expected following multiple seasons of weather-related setbacks, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. Texas is the third largest citrus producer in the U.S.

The Scoop On Seniors

News Staff

Thu, 03/21/2024 - 05:00

Seniors The Layden Senior Citizens Center of Forney would like to welcome you at 101 Main Street in City Hall, open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please enter the front or through handicap-accessible doors located at the back of City Hall where reserved parking for seniors is also available.

OUTDOORS

News Staff

Thu, 03/21/2024 - 05:00

One of my favorite ways to spend an early spring morning is tossing small Roadrunners or Beetle Spins into the slow-moving current of a stream feeding a lake with a healthy population of white bass. When conditions are just right, catching can be nonstop.

FINANCIAL FOCUS

News Staff

Thu, 03/21/2024 - 05:00

Spring is almost here, which means it’s time for some spring cleaning. This year, in addition to tidying your home and surroundings, you might want to consider sprucing up your financial environment, as well. Here are some suggestions for doing just that: • Improve your vision.