Senior Living: Spring presents flowers, but also need for preparedness

Spring in Texas is a special time for older Texans, marking the beginning of patio season, an ideal opportunity to enjoy the pleasant weather outdoors.

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Erath County Master Gardener Training Starts March 26Erath County AgriLife Extension Service has set the start date for the 2026 master gardener training program for March 26.

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Fire Ant ControlFire ant populations seemed to explode following the rainfall last week. The rainfall and the warm temperatures are very good for fire ants; we can expect their activity and population to continue to increase.

Where are they now? Jessica (Ditmore) Mudd

For Dublin graduate Jessica (Ditmore) Mudd, family is everything — when she’s not working, she can most likely be found spending time with her husband and young daughter, or traveling to Dublin to support her three nephews at band competitions or sporting events.

How Did God the Father Glorify Jesus?

“If I were Jesus, I would ask God for a golden throne, a diamond crown, and a sword made of lightning,” says Tyler, 10. “That would be glorious!”That would definitely turn some heads, but Jesus had something even better in mind.In John 17, Jesus prayed right before he went to the cross.

Faith: What Are You Talking About?

Have you ever been guilty of speaking before you think? If you answer that honestly, I’m certain the answer would be, “Yes.” I know it is for me. We are quick to express our belief, conviction, or opinion. But we aren’t always right, are we? Of course not.

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Walk Across Texas ProgramSpring is in the air, so it is time to get out of that chair, go for a walk and breathe the fresh air. It is that time of year when a lot of folks are going to be increasing their exercise programs for health reasons.

Fenceline Chatter

The Cross Timbers Land Management Symposium will be held April 1, 2026, at the Courthouse Annex lll (222 East College Street) Stephenville Registration will begin at 9:30 with the program starting at 10 a.m. and ending at 2 p.m. $15.00 registration fee which includes lunch.

Why Local Control Still Matters

Governor Greg Abbott made a bold claim this week that should catch the attention of Texans from the plains of the Panhandle to the shores of the Gulf Coast.

Just try

Dublin has been busy over the past few weeks. From track meets to One Act Play to pageants and band, it amazes me how busy our students stay.And they do many things relatively well.