Soil Liming: Beware of Lime Alternatives By Mario Villarino
Over the past few days, farmers have asked about liquid lime. According to the University of Kentucky, a recent (2015) investigation found that what was being marketed as a liquid lime with neutralizing value was in fact calcium chloride (CaCl2). This was bad news because CaCl2 provides no liming value, and is in fact not “liquid lime.” Calcium chloride is used for many purposes, including road salt or tractor tire ballast, however,...
Tradin’ Post, Thursday, Jan 4th, 2018
For Sale: Several Electric heaters, one refrigerator freezer, and other items…for more details call (903)-885-9637 For Sale: A Star hutch TV stand…. it’s in “very good condition” for more information call (903)-348-4911 For Sale: a Masterbuilt 30″ Propane smoker with two propane bottles. “Used very little. Like new.” Asking $135.00 for it… If interested, or for more details,...
Tradin’ Post, Wednesday, January 3rd, 2017:
For Sale: a brown fur coat. Size 10-12… Made by London Fog… … “In excellent condition.” Asking $20.00 for it… … … Also, for sale, an exercise bike. It is a Weslo Pursuit G3.1. Originally paid $147.00 for it… Asking $75.00 for it… … If interested, or for more details, please call 903-598-2235… … …
Pressure Check Your Tires
Since air is a gas, it expands when heated and contracts when cooled. In most parts of North America, this makes fall and early winter months the most critical times to check inflation pressures. Ambient temperatures are getting colder and your tires’ inflation pressure is going down! “Tire pressure has to be checked periodically to assure that the influences of time, changes in ambient temperatures or a small tread...
Meal a Day Menu for Jan 1st through 5th
Meal A Day Menu January 1st – January 5th Monday CLOSED FOR NEW YEAR’S DAY Tuesday Chicken Fried Steak Mashed Potatoes and Gravy Sliced Carrots Roll Wednesday Beef Enchilada Casserole Pinto Beans Chips and Salsa Thursday Chicken and Noodle Casserole Pickled Beets Roll Friday Vegetable Beef Soup Crackers Cheese...
Aviation History: VC-140B 61-2490 Lockheed JetStar
The in flight photo is one of the paint schemes when the airplane was in the contract at E-Systems, Greenville, TX starting in 1973 until all VC-140Bs were retired in the late 1980s. It is now a Piece of flying history at LBJ ranch. VC-140B 61-2490 Lockheed JetStar flew in and out of Lyndon Johnson’s ranch when he was vice president and president in the 1960s. The 13-passenger plane is sometimes referred to as Air Force One...
Tradin’ Post, Monday, Jan 1st, 2018
Lost: A medium size border collie, mixed with something else, answers to the name of Marcey. She went missing from a neighborhood off Mockingbird Drive near Walmart in Sulphur Springs. Was last seen by the neighbors at 4:45 Friday. A picture is posted on Facebook, on the Hopkins County lost and found pets group page. Please call if you have any information (903)-348-4329 or (713)-829-6106. Caregiver for Hire: Experienced and...
10 Family Friendly Movies to Watch on New Years
By Savannah Owens As you wait on New Years Eve for the annual Time’s Square Celebration, ball drop, and countdown to 2018, take time to check out these classic films. There is something everyone can enjoy. Depending on your family’s favorite type of genres, you may prefer certain movies to others. Pick your favorite genre to start! Happy Ending: While you were sleeping (1995)- This movie is perfect for your...
Tradin’ Post, Monday, Jan 1st, 2018
For Sale: Stearns and Foster King Plush Pillowtop Mattress…from a non-smoking Home, in great condition…asking $150 for more information call (903)-440-3628. For Sale: 17 in seat Custom Ranch Roping saddle for a tall person. It has extra long stirrup leathers… Asking $2,000.00 OBO… … … This party also has for sale, a 15″ Western saddle. Pictures are available on request… It has...
Flies and How to Get Rid of Them By Mario Villarino
Happy New Year 2018! We at the Hopkins County Extension Office will like to wish you a safe and happy new year 2018!. Recently a heavy infestation of flies has been reported inside homes around Hopkins County. I know because I personally have found them around my home lately. The cold weather differential between outdoors and heated homes lures them inside looking for survival when cold weather prevails. According to Dr. Michael...
