Abbott delivers State of the State

Governor Greg Abbott delivered the State of the State address to Texans on Feb. 2.Abbot began his address by lauding the business opportunity that Texas provides, saying the state’s economy is thriving because of the thousands of businesses.“Texas is the most powerful economy in America.

Texas Wheat Producers announce election

The Texas Wheat Producers Board announced its upcoming election to fill five positions in four voting districts where current members’ seats are expiring.The election will seek to fill one position each in Districts I, II, and III, and two positions in District IV.

Quinn Minute - Author of Little Red Riding Hood

This month we recognize the birthday of Charles Perrault, who preserved folk tales like “Little Red Riding Hood,” “Sleeping Beauty” and many more.We’d bake him a cake, but since he was born in 1628 he’s 397 now, and few folks that age can blow out the candles.

Trump EOs take aim at DOD

President Trump signed several new executive orders that could significantly change the Department of Defense(DOD).

Master Naturalist training begins Feb. 15

Seeking new members for 2025, the Texas Master Naturalist Panhandle Chapter will launch its next round of training on February 15.

Pet Talk

As the seasons change, so do horses’ coats to help them stay warm in winter and cool in summer. But occasionally, horses can be late to shed their thick winter coats.

Library Lines ...

We are in the midst of our annual book sale here at Rhoads Memorial Library and have many books offered that can be yours for a few cents. Books about Texas, ranging from little known facts to details about Texas missions, are available as are biographies and other non-fiction selections.

WTAMU Wool Judging team wins National Western Meat Judging contest

West Texas A&M University’s first-ever Wool Judging team has won its first championship in its second-ever competition.The students, who demonstrate the art of evaluating wool to industry standards, took home a championship at the National Western Meat Judging contest in Greeley, Colorado.

Trusting God To Meet Your Means Not Your Needs

I remember when I was made redundantfrommyjob,Ithought about how it happens to many people, but I thought it would never happen to me. I was not earning a great deal at the time but when that final paycheck ran out, things got tough!