A Beehive of Activity

With the warm weather conditions happening this January, thanks to the La Nina winter, many of the “weeds” that bloom in spring are growing and coming back after every temperature dip near freezing. One of the most stalwart are dandelions.

Don’t Mess With Texas Scholarship Contest Open For Applications

The Don’t mess with Texas Scholarship Contest is now accepting applications for the 2023 school year. Any Texas high school senior currently attending public, private or home school, and planning to attend an accredited Texas college or university in the fall 2023 semester is eligible to apply.

January Gardening Guide: Cold Weather Recovery and More

The cold weather and freezing temperatures at the end of the year damaged grasses, plants and trees across the state. The coldest December in Texas in 40 years left gardeners dealing with the ugly aftermath in their gardens and yards.

FINANCIAL FOCUS

It’s that time of year when we do our taxes — but it’s also the same time that tax scammers go to work. What scams should you watch for — and how can you avoid being victimized?

Warning Signs That Brakes Are Faltering

Automotive problems are often best left to professionals. Though seasoned car enthusiasts may be capable of diagnosing and fixing car troubles without the assistance of a trusted mechanic, most drivers are better off letting the pros address issues under the hood.

You Do Make a Difference

It’s so easy to get into a rut yet difficult to get out. A rut is a regular habit, pattern, or expectation. There is a certain degree of comfort associated with being in a rut. It is consistent, familiar, and safe. We can fall into a rut unintentionally without realizing it.

Sun and Shade

I’ve always loved gardening. No, I’m going to take that a step further: I’ve always loved growing things. Growing things - as in flowers, vegetables, friendships, babies and kids, this column, faith, my marriage, knowledge, compassion, kindness and most importantly love. And more, of course.

Forney High School Student Receives Scholarship from AFJROTC

Volume 127, Number 48 12 Pages, 2 Sections, 0 Inserts AFJROTC Cadet Blane Duplissey has been named a J-100 Character-in-Leadership Scholar by the Air Force Junior ROTC.

Sworn In for Third Term

On Tuesday, January 10, State Representative Keith Bell was sworn in for his third term in this capacity. As a result of the November 2022 election, Bell will continue to serve the citizens of House District 4, which encompasses Kaufman County and part of Henderson County.

Utility and Culture

This week we honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr, one of our nation’s most ardent fighters for the value of education.