Weekly COVID Report - April 16, 2021

Erath County officials reported two new cases of COVID-19 in the report from Thursday, April 8 that was released the next morning. Both of the positive cases were within the city limits of Stephenville. Total deaths since March 2020 were reported at 68 by the Department of State Health Services.

Fishing report

BROWNWOOD Water stained; 58 degrees; 3.26 low. Largemouth bass are fair with jerk baits, bladed spinners, crankbaits, and skirted jigs in coves, shorelines, and timber in 2-10’. Crappie are fair on minnows in brush piles and near bridge pilings, with some crappie caught in the creeks.

Fenceline Chatter

Eastern Tent Caterpillar I have been getting several calls and getting pictures of the Eastern Tent Caterpillar. The conditions have been good for the small caterpillars.

Farm Show/Tractor Pull this weekend

Want to check out the latest and greatest farm equipment and see some incredible tractor pulling action? The first annual Lone Star Equipment Show and Tractor Pull are set for the DeLeon Community Park on April 16 and April 17.

Berry’s Picks

Early Season Pecan Program Comanche County is the number 2 county for pecan production in Texas and about number 4 in the U.S. With approximately 12,800 acres and over $16 million in nut sales in 2020, pecan production is vital to the economy in Comanche County.

Where Are They Now?

T he best decision Zachary (Zack) Warren ever made was to join the military. “It reinforced responsibility and independence, and helped with personal and professional growth,” he said.

Weekly COVID Update

Erath County officials reported four new cases of COVID-19 in the report from Monday, April 12 that was released the next morning. All four of the positive cases were within the city limits of Stephenville. Total deaths since March were reported at 68 by the Department of State Health Services.

MS Trail Ride returning

The Cowboy Capital MS Trail Ride benefitting the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, has been scheduled for May 1, 2021.

Lone Star Iris Show Sunday

The Lone Star Iris Society will be sponsoring their annual iris show, “This Land Is My Land” on April 18, 1 p.m.-4 p.m., at the Lions Club Building, 1000 East Main-Hwy 36, Hamilton, Texas. Masks are requested and social distancing will be followed.

Achievers to meet Tuesday

The Achievers of Stephenville (and surrounding area), a club within the Texas Extension Education Association (TEEA) would like to invite you become a member. Our mission is to strengthen and enrich families through educational programs, leadership development, and community service.