Texas Christmas tree industry expecting tree-mendous year

It looks like the Texas Christmas tree sales will be getting a boost this year, said a Texas A&M AgriLife expert and others associated with the industry.

USDA’s Farm Service Agency Accepting Offers for State Acres for Wildlife Enhancement Initiatives

Landowners may receive annual payments to assist with meeting high priority state wildlife conservation goals Aspermont, Texas, November 23, 2022– The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) is conducting signup for the Conservation Reserve Program’s (CRP) State...

USDA Previews Crop and Revenue Loss Assistance for Agricultural Producers

New Programs Will Provide Additional Pandemic and Natural Disaster Assistance for 2020 and 2021; Deadline Announced for Previous Emergency Relief Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced plans for additional emergency relief and pandemic assistance from the U.S.

The Follow Up

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Fisher County songwriter Mark Harris writes McBride & The Ride comeback single

After more than 20 years, 90s country trio, McBride & the Ride reunited and after months in the studio released their first single, Marlboros and Avon, a nostalgic reflection of everything country and was written by Fisher County native Mark Harris.

Jayton’s Sparrow’s Nest expanding to help more area mothers

The Sparrow’s Nest Maternity Home, founded in Jayton (Kent County) in 2020, is expanding its ministry to serve more mothers in need.

State dismisses charges in Nixon case

Although proceeding toward a trial anticipated to be held later this month regarding allegations stemming from a 2021 indictment, the state quietly dismissed the charges against Joe David Nixon, citing the lead investigator with the Fisher County Sheriff’s Department violated procedural procedures.