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Texas Vineyards Endure Rough Growing Season

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Thu, 07/22/2021 - 00:00

Erratic weather dealt Texas vineyards a difficult growing season as the industry continues to recover from pandemic-related setbacks, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.

A Buyer’s Guide to Home Air Conditioning Systems

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Thu, 07/22/2021 - 00:00

Few experiences provide as much relief as walking into a cool room on a hot summer day. Air conditioning systems make such experiences possible, and homeowners’ decision in regard to which one to install in their homes is significant.

The Scoop On Seniors

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Thu, 07/22/2021 - 00:00

What seniors should know about herbal medicines A lifelong commitment to healthy living can improve life expectancy and quality of life while reducing a person’s risk for various conditions and diseases, including cancer and heart disease.

More KAUFMAN COUNTY area OLD SCHOOLS

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Thu, 07/22/2021 - 00:00

(1 Coats School—located on today’s University Drive; 2nd one built 1926—seesaws, slides, merry-goround, swings on tall, metal pipes with ropes…..This school may have been the “Lodge” building that for a long time sat on Old Hwy. 80 a little before Prairie View Cemetery.

Who is Footing the Bill for Texas Democrats’ Weekslong Exodus to Block the Voting Bill?

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Thu, 07/22/2021 - 00:00

As Texas House Democrats settle in for a potentially weekslong stay in the nation’s capital, one question is becoming increasingly relevant: Who’s footing the bill? The House Democratic caucus paid for the two private jets that flew members to Washington, D.C.

Ask a Lawyer: Do I Still Owe My Landlord for COVID-19 Back Rent?

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Thu, 07/22/2021 - 00:00

As life begins to return to normal, those who suffered financial problems during the COVID-19 pandemic will need to address them, including renters. Lawyers at JustAnswer, the leading online provider of expert advice, recently answered some common tenant questions.

Fascinating Facts About Wasps, Hornets

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Thu, 07/22/2021 - 00:00

Murder hornets may make the headlines because of their frightening name, but they are not in Texas. So, let’s talk about wasps and hornets and precautions you can take to avoid stings. All wasps and hornets are beneficial, said Wizzie Brown, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service entomologist, Austin.

Exercising Safely After Recovering from COVID-19

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Thu, 07/22/2021 - 00:00

The number of people who have been infected by the novel coronavirus COVID-19 is difficult to determine, as millions of people may have had the virus but been asymptomatic.

Texas A&M AgriLife Team Seeking ‘holy grail’ of Tomatoes

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Thu, 07/22/2021 - 00:00

A proposed project involving the characterization of a new breeding line of tomatoes developed by the Texas A&M AgriLife breeding program at Weslaco could further enhance Texas’ reputation for growing exceptional produce, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Research scientists.

Myths About Grilling and Barbecuing, Debunked

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Thu, 07/22/2021 - 00:00

Grillmasters and pitmasters work hard to produce mouth-watering fare. Many may develop secret recipes, rubs, sauces, and cooking techniques all in the name of flavorful food. Certain myths about grilling and barbecuing have prevailed through the years.