Fenceline Chatter

Erath Extension Agent Lonnie JenschkeTwo great programs are coming the end of this month!!New and Beginning Landowner WorkshopThis workshop will be addressing Conservation Challenges Associated with Ex-Urban Beginner Land Stewards.The program will be April 27, 2024, from 9:00-3:00 p.m.

Elbows to be thrown for BBBS

Those who love the yummy goodness of delicious macaroni and cheese may want to check out a fundraiser this weekend for a great cause with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Erath County.The Big Cheese will be held at 3 p.m.

Museum appreciates its volunteers

Smiles and snacks were shared Saturday, April 13 at the Dublin Historical Museum as it honored its helpers with a volunteer appreciation day.“All of these people have been so good in helping us,” said Historical Society President Ben Pate. “We wanted to show them how much it means to us.

One For The Ages

It isn’t fair that some people never seem to age. Or that others age early.We all had that one kid in our class who had a baby face when we were children, and they still do.Then, there was the kid in the class who appeared to be in the 16th grade from the third grade on.

Museum Matters

After the dropping of the atomic bombs, ending the war with Japan, nuclear science was in the news on a regular basis. The Atomic Energy Commission was offering bonuses to those who found new sources of uranium for the Department of Defense.

Where Are They Now? Victor Vasquez

Victor Vasquez started cutting hair in middle school. First it was his and his brother’s hair.“As I got better at it, I started cutting my dad’s,” he said. “And then my uncles came around, and by the time I got to high school, I had buddies coming around [for a haircut].

Life from Drought

“I’m so dry I could spit in Lake Michigan and make dust fly!” Have you ever been that dry? Truthfully, none of us have ever been that dry. But it sure feels like it sometimes.

A double blessing

After all, what gives us hope and joy, and what will be our proud reward and crown as we stand before our Lord Jesus when he returns? It is you! Yes, you are our pride and joy.

Berrys Picks

Most of the peach tree varieties I have seen this year are loaded with peaches. Peaches will often set more fruit than is needed for a good crop. While that is a good thing, it can present problems if the trees are not thinned properlyexcess weight can cause limbs to break.

Library Log

The weekly Toddler time for children 6 months to 24 months is held Thursdays at 10 a.m.Both book clubs are jumping into their April selections. The Saturday book club is reading “The Heiress” by Rachel Hawkins and will be meeting at 1 p.m. Saturday, April 27 to discuss the book.