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Free Rides to all Vaccination Locations

News Staff

Thu, 04/29/2021 - 05:00

STAR Transit is providing free rides for persons with confirmed appointment to get the COVID 19 vaccine shots. The curb-to-curb service extends outside of the agency’s service area. Rides are available Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Temporary Exemption for Qualified Property Damaged by Disaster

News Staff

Thu, 04/29/2021 - 05:00

Due to the February 12, 2021 disaster declaration by the governor, certain properties within Kaufman County may qualify for a temporary exemption under section 11.35 of the Texas Property Tax Code.

Biologists Remind the Public Not to Touch Wildlife

News Staff

Thu, 04/29/2021 - 05:00

With more people enjoying the outdoors this spring season, you may start to notice more wildlife in your backyard, neighborhood or surrounding areas. Species including birds, deer and snakes are active this time of year and their young often stray or appear to be abandoned.

Happy Birthday to the BARD

News Staff

Thu, 04/29/2021 - 05:00

April is the “birth-month” of William Shakespeare, in my humble opinion, “the GREATEST WRITER/PHILOSOPHER of all time.

Look at Your Financial Situation Holistically

News Staff

Thu, 04/29/2021 - 05:00

What’s the biggest financial mistake you can make? Choosing the wrong investments? Waiting too long to save for retirement? Underestimating the costs of retirement?

Kaufman County Was Formed in 1848—how did it attract settlers?

News Staff

Thu, 04/29/2021 - 05:00

Kaufman County was formed from Henderson County, which was formed only two years earlier from Nacogdoches County, and from 1848 until 1850, the cities of Kemp and Mabank were in the “overlapping” part that was in the “1850 change.

WIND, FRIEND AND FOE!

News Staff

Thu, 04/29/2021 - 05:00

Sitting on a hillside in Palo Pinto County last week on the Dale River Ranch, I overlooked a little valley that led down to a creek that joined the Brazos a half mile or so to the north. My goal was to use my trusty old box call to entice a gobbler out of the heavy cover.

Sixth Annual Texas City Nature Challenge Encourages Citizen Scientists to Record Nature Observations

News Staff

Thu, 04/29/2021 - 05:00

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), through the Texas Nature Trackers program, is inviting Texans to participate in the sixth annual City Nature Challenge, Friday, April 30 through Monday, May 3.

Catfish Stocking Heading Back to Neighborhood Fishin’ Lakes in Texas

News Staff

Thu, 04/29/2021 - 05:00

Spring is in the air and with that comes one of Texas’ best spring traditions, angling for catfish. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s Neighborhood Fishin’ program enables friends and families to stay close to home, enjoy time in the outdoors, and have the chance to reel in a catfish.

Table-to-Farm Approach Will Create Healthier U.S. Melon Supply Chain

News Staff

Thu, 04/29/2021 - 05:00

Texas A&M AgriLife Research scientists at the Vegetable and Fruit Improvement Center in College Station are using a “table-to-farm” approach to create a safer, healthier and more sustainable melon supply chain in the U.S. by considering consumer preference at the dinner table.