Try a Beit Cucumber in 2024 From Master Gardener David Wall
February 5, 2024 – Most know of the “standard” cucumbers for gardens, which include Straight 8, Marketmore and Marketmore76. These are excellent cucumbers and typical results are usually 15-20 fruit per plant, although in excellent soils, the totals can reach and possibly exceed 25. Quite a few years ago, Israeli farmers created a family of “Beit” non-hybrid cucumber plants. While seeds cost more, the plants produce more. The...
Trading Post for February 5, 2024
Linseed oil for decks, $30 per gal. Coleman clean fuel, $20 per gallon. 21″ Pulsar push mower, new, $250. 21″ Troy Bilt Mower, new. $250. 903 335 8666 or 903 951 8547 Free to a good Home: one year old chocolate Lab mix. Female, already spayed with shots. This party says that the puppy is “beautiful and sweet.” For pictures and more information, please call 214-537-5728. New White River khaki color size large...
Want to Send Your Child to Another Public School District? Texas School Choice Says You Can
February 5, 2024 – Even though the possibility of School Vouchers for Texas families seems dim, there are options for Texas Families when it comes to public schools. Open enrollment in public schools means it’s possible to change your children’s school, without being required to pay tuition in that new district. Remember that in Texas, the state allows each district to decide it’s own open enrollment policies....
Trading Post for February 4, 2024
Free to a good Home: one year old chocolate Lab mix. Female, already spayed with shots. This party says that the puppy is “beautiful and sweet.” For pictures and more information, please call 214-537-5728. New White River khaki color size large fishing vest asking $20,text or call for pic 903.440.5523 Clean, unfertilized, free range eggs for $4 a dozen. Locally grown, frozen organic blueberries for $5 a pound. Selling a...
Paris District Road Report for week of February 5, 2024
Paris — Here’s a look at work planned in the district for the week starting Feb. 5, 2024. These schedules are subject to change due to weather conditions, equipment failure or other unforeseen issues. Motorists are advised to remain alert and pay special attention to all signs, barricades and traffic controls, and reduce their speed as they approach and travel through work zones. They should also avoid distractions such as...
Former NHL Player Ribeiro Found Not Guilty on 2 Sexual Assault Charges by Franklin County Jury; Deadlocked on 3rd Related Charge
February 2, 2024 – A Franklin County jury concluded that former NHL player, Mike Ribeiro, was not guilty of sexual assault. Ribeiro, who played for the Dallas Stars from 2006 to 2011, had been charged with and found not guilty on two counts of sexual assault and one count of attempted sexual assault. The jury deadlocked on the count of attempted sexual assault. Whether or not Mike Ribeiro will be retried on the third charge is...
Bright Star Republican Women Meet February 13th
The Bright Star Republican Women will meet again February 13, 2024, at 6pm, at 115 Putman Street, Sulphur Springs, Texas. The program for this meeting is entitled, “How to attend The Texas State Republican Convention as a Delegate.” The speaker for the February 13th meeting is Donnie Wisenbaker, Hopkins County Republican Chairman and State Republican Executive Committeeman. All Republican Women are invited to attend. For...
Not Just a Game: TAMUC Esports Club Impresses with Early Success and Substantial Growth
February 1, 2024 – COMMERCE, TX—It’s no secret that video gaming has exploded in popularity since its early days. Likewise, the Esports Club at Texas A&M University-Commerce has experienced rapid growth and success in its first semester of existence, with even more growth expected. Esports, the general term for competitive video gaming, has found a home in higher education over the last decade, with colleges and universities...
For the Love of Nature and Everything Outdoors, Experience Cooper Lake State Park in February
February 1, 2024 – Cooper, Texas – Step away from the daily grind and embrace the love of nature at Cooper Lake State Park this February. Located in the heart of Northeast Texas, this natural gem offers a serene retreat for those yearning to recharge in the great outdoors. Whether you’re seeking to break free from the screen’s glare, work stressors and the strain of city life, or just eager for an adventure,...
Soil Tests Can be Used to Help by Mario Villarino
Soil tests can be used to estimate the kinds and amounts of soil nutrients available to plants. They also can be used as aids in determining fertilizer needs. Properly conducted soil sampling and testing can be cost-effective indicators of the types and amounts of fertilizer and lime needed to improve crop yield. The effects of adding a fertilizer often depend on the level of nutrients already present in the soil If a soil is very low...
