Tips to Make Healthier Holiday Recipes

Holiday foods can be made healthier through some simple recipe alterations, said Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts. Often with minimal changes in taste, dishes can be made healthier by using some basic recipe substitutions, said Jenna Anding, Ph.D.

Cranberry-Infused Cocktail for Autumn Entertaining

Besides the ubiquitous “pumpkin spice,” nothing says “autumn” more than tart cranberries. Cranberries are a major component of Thanksgiving feasts, turning up alongside and atop turkey as well as in quick breads and desserts.

Prime Delivery and the Heroes Therein

I was an early proponent of online shopping. I lived in a rural community without much access to retail, so it was a natural fit. I even experimented with grocery purchases when it was a new and novel thing. I wrote about the crazy packaging practices of my delivery orders back in 2017.

Choose the Right Christmas Tree this Holiday Season

There are plenty of options for decorative trees during the holiday season. Texas A&M AgriLife experts have ideas and tips for a live or cut Christmas tree, including an increasingly popular option — live container-grown or balled-and-burlap trees.

Gift of Hope Project Helps Children, Families in Crisis During Holiday Season

In an effort to restore faith to foster children and their biological families in crisis during the holiday season, the Gift of Hope project is now underway in Kaufman County, and your generosity is needed and appreciated!

Forney, Crandall to Host Christmas Events

Christmastime is here! This Saturday, December 4, the holiday season kicks off with two local holiday events. Families have two opportunities to come out and enjoy a free day of fun, one in downtown Forney and one in downtown Crandall.

Forney Education Foundation Hosts 3rd Annual Antlers and Tutus Fun Run

The Forney Education Foundation will host its 3rd Annual Antlers and Tutus Fun Run on December 11th at 8:00 AM in Devonshire at Griffin Elementary.

The One About the Doc Martens

Oftentimes, it’s difficult to know what to write in these columns. I have moments of inspiration, sure.

CHRISTMAS GIFTS FOR THE OUTDOORS PERSON

Those of us that hunt and fish and spend a great deal of time in the outdoors can be somewhat difficult to shop for. Oh, a gift card from one of the big outdoors stores can always be put to good use but really cool gifts under the Christmas tree is what makes a fisherman or hunter smile!

What To Know About Early IRA Withdrawals

While you’re working, you may be contributing to an individual retirement account (IRA), which can provide a taxadvantaged way to save for your future. So, is it ever a good idea to tap into your IRA before you retire? Ideally, you should leave this account intact until your retirement.