Tira News for Jan 4th, 2019
By Jan Vaughn Robert and Yvonne Weir’s family got together for Christmas, with Destri, Eben, and Nico arriving on Sunday, as well as Dustin, Natalie, and Maria, and Sarah and Lucas. They had snacks and a bonfire and Sarah and Lucas opened their gifts before they left. The next day Dacy, Mike, Elise, and Eli came and they had fajitas and all the trimmings, followed by their gift exchange. Yvonne adds, “My children and...
Cattle Feeding During the Winter By Mario Villarino
The weather conditions during this fall-winter season has created serious problems for beef producers needing hay. Many producers are finding out low quality hay and even then hay is getting harder to find. Getting or keeping cows in proper body condition throughout the winter can optimize pregnancy rates the following season, said a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. Dr. Jason Banta, beef cattle specialist, Overton,...
Hopkins County 4-H & Youth Program By Johanna Hicks
Several of my previous columns featured major programs that are offered through Texas A&M AgriLife Extension in Hopkins County. One of the major branches under the large umbrella of Extension is the 4-H & Youth program, so I wanted to focus on some of the accomplishments of our youth. Hopkins County boasts nearly 150 4-H...
Lady Cats, Wildcats Soccer News
Wet weather Wednesday (January 2) caused Lady Cats Soccer Coach Joel Bailey to move his morning practice indoors to the Multipurpose Building field. The Lady Cats dropped a pair of road scrimmages last Friday and Saturday. The score was 3-1 at Pleasant Grove Friday and 5-0 in Hallsville Saturday. Coach Bailey said Pleasant Grove is much improved. He said meanwhile the Lady Cats were removing cobwebs and having to deal with injuries to...
Powerlifters Prepare for Upcoming Season
Wildcats’ powerlifting team members were working to get ready for their season Wednesday morning in the Multipurpose Building weight room. Wildcats Powerlifting Coach Casey Jeter said a good group turned out. He said lifters also showed up last Wednesday and Friday during the holiday break. Coach Jeter said this year’s Wildcats’ powerlifting team is a pretty young group. He said he graduated three of his big boys...
Tradin’ Post for Monday, December 31st, 2018
For Sale: A list of 4 items. #1.) A “brand new” bright star skateboard. #2.) A small pair of crutches and a small walking boot. #3.) Also, for sale, a King size “firm” mattress. #4.) And, toys for a five year old boy. If interested in any of these items, or for more details, please call 903-885-2735. For Sale: a table saw and router along with some smaller tools. Asking $35 for all these tools. Also, for sale,...
Tradin’ Post for Saturday, December 29th, 2018
For Sale: a table saw and router along with some smaller tools. Asking $35 for all these tools. Also, for sale, a mirror. It’s 34″ round. Asking $15.00 for it. If interested, or for more info., please call 903-612-8806. For Sale: a Sony model PS-LX250H turntable. Plays 33 and 45 rpm vinyl records. Will play on stereo amps with or without phono inputs. “It’s in very good condition.” Asking $30.00 for it....
Tira News: Dec 28th, 2018
By Jan Vaughn We want to express our sympathy to the family of Eddie Gray. He passed away on Thursday and his funeral service was on Monday, under the direction of Harrison Funeral Home in Naples, Texas. I appreciate Linda Petty letting me know. Please be in prayer for the family. William and Joyce Dodd had Christmas lunch and their “family tree” on Christmas Day. Joyce reports that all the family was together to...
A Year in Review – Master Wellness Volunteer Initiative By Johanna Hicks
Note: This is the 4th in a series of “A Year in Review,” highlighting major program efforts in the area of Family & Community Health. In the United States, 80% of all health spending is related to chronic conditions – things like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and others. According to the Centers for Disease Control and...
Meal A Day Menu: Dec 24th-28th
Meal A Day Menu for December 24th – December 28th We sent out Complete Turkey and Dressing Frozen Family Dinners on Tuesday, December 11th for you to use on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. There should be enough for 2 meals in the Boxes. MONDAY Closed for Christmas TUESDAY Closed for Christmas WEDNESDAY BBQ Rope Sausage Ranch Style Beans Cole Slaw Cornbread...
