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Texas Labor Market Expansion Continues into 2025

News Staff

Thu, 03/27/2025 - 05:00

The Texas labor market achieved new record highs for both jobs and the civilian labor force in January. The state added 27,900 positions over the month, reaching a total of 14,236,400 nonfarm jobs.

News from area colleges. . .

News Staff

Thu, 03/27/2025 - 05:00

The following people recently were elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines.

It’s Anniversary Time!

News Staff

Thu, 03/27/2025 - 05:00

It is incredible to me to realize that Flower Basket has been in Forney since March 26, 1994, creating custom flower arrangements for the people in Forney. And it is also incredible to realize that the Forney Education Foundation has been in Forney for over 20 years now.

Senate Passes Flurry of Major Legislation

News Staff

Thu, 03/27/2025 - 05:00

In the first full week following the constitutional prohibition on considering legislation in the first 60-days of session, the Senate passed a number of bills at the top of Lt. Governor Dan Patrick’s priority list.

Tips to Prevent Barn Swallow Nests This Spring

News Staff

Thu, 03/27/2025 - 05:00

Whether you love watching barn swallows up close or dread the mess they leave behind, a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert encourages you to take preventative action before the birds begin nesting.

Five Things to Know About Raising Backyard Chickens

News Staff

Thu, 03/27/2025 - 05:00

With the rising cost of eggs, more people may be considering raising backyard chickens for fresh, homegrown eggs. However, caring for a flock requires more than just setting up a coop. Greg Archer, Ph.D.

DONALD RAY HONEYCUTT

News Staff

Thu, 03/27/2025 - 05:00

A year or two ago, Dad’s old ’88 Ranger rolled down to the far reach of Trinity Street on my ritual morning “drive around” and pulled into the former Ledbetter house driveway to turn around and head back to “downtown.” A newer pick-up truck slowly pulled up behind me.

Crandall High School Cosmetology Department Offers Inner Beauty Program for All Students

News Staff

Thu, 03/27/2025 - 05:00

At Crandall ISD, beauty isn’t just about appearances - it’s about confidence, selfcare, and community. The district’s Cosmetology department has launched a new afterschool club, the Inner Beauty Circle, designed to help students feel beautiful inside and out.

Southern Sensation Seedless Grape Named Newest Texas Superstar

News Staff

Thu, 03/27/2025 - 05:00

Southern Sensation Seedless grapes’ toughness and disease resistance have made it a table grape option worthy of being called a Texas Superstar plant, said Larry Stein, Ph.D.

ALWAYS HAVE A PLAN B

News Staff

Thu, 03/27/2025 - 05:00

WITH LUKE CLAYTON Nobody loves walking a backwoods creek bank, tossing small baits to hungry spawning white bass more than I. The white bass run is eagerly awaited each year by countless anglers.