Ag Commissioner Miller Ready to Replace Texas Parks and Wildlife
March 20, 2025 – Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller has expressed confidence that his department could take on the responsibilities of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) if it were ever dissolved. Miller believes the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) has the resources, experience, and statewide reach to manage the duties currently overseen by TPWD, which include wildlife conservation, state parks...
City of Irving Moves Ahead With Casino Plans
March 20, 2025 – The Irving Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5-4 to fast-track a recommendation for approval of Las Vegas Sands’ casino resort plans to the Irving City Council, which is scheduled to vote on the matter this week. The decision moves the project one step closer to potential approval, setting the stage for a major casino and entertainment development in the city. The proposal seeks to rezone approximately 1,000...
UT System Joins Ban on Drag
March 19, 2025 – The University of Texas (UT) and Texas A&M University have both banned drag shows on their campuses, following recent statewide discussions about the role of such performances in higher education settings. This decision aligns with broader legislative efforts in Texas aimed at restricting drag performances in public spaces, particularly in institutions that receive state funding. “All activities at UT...
Find out What the Hopkins County Master Gardeners Have Planned for March 20th on This Second Cup Of Coffee
On this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, John Mark had a chat with Hopkins County Master Gardener Ronnie Wilson. John Mark and Ronnie talked about weeds on this segment. They talked about the different types of weeds, and what types of weed killer you should use on each different type of weed. Ronnie also discussed what exciting events the Hopkins County Master Gardeners have in store for the...
The Hopkins County Master Gardeners Have Exciting Events Coming Up
March 18, 2025 – The Hopkins County Master Gardeners have exciting events coming up this month. On Thursday, March 20th, 2025, Daci Rawson will present a program on “Texas Superstars,” at the AgriLife Extension Office, located at 1200 Houston Street, in Sulphur Springs, Texas. This program will begin at 6:30pm. The Master Gardeners will present a program about water, watering, and fertilizer on March 27, 2025. This...
Tips to Prevent Barn Swallow Nests this Spring
March 18, 2025 – Federal law prohibits disturbing barn swallows once they nest, so take preventative action now. – by Susan Himes Whether you love watching barn swallows up close or dread the mess they leave behind, a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert encourages you to take preventative action before the birds begin nesting. Barn Swallow With the migratory spring season for swallows underway, a...
Texas A&M AgriLife Family Cultivates Agricultural Excellence Through Personal and Professional Passion
March 18, 2025 – Texas A&M AgriLife family cultivates agricultural excellence through personal and professional passion. by Maci Guay Semira Mancill and Ronnie Schnell are more than just dedicated professionals — they are passionate agriculturalists who live their love for agriculture beyond their nine-to-five jobs. Samira Mancill DVM Samira Mancill, DVM, spends her days as a Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic...
East Texas A&M School of Music to Host Guest Artist Masterclass & Lecture Open to the Public
March 18, 2025 – Dr. Nicholas Perna is a recent finalist for the American Prize for Men in Opera. COMMERCE, TX, March 18, 2025— The East Texas A&M University School of Music is thrilled to announce an exclusive vocal masterclass and pedagogy lecture with renowned vocal pedagogue and tenor, Dr. Nicholas Perna. The free event will take place Wednesday, April 2 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Jack and Lou Finney Concert Hall on...
GM Recalls 90k Vehicles
March 18, 2025 – General Motors (GM) has issued a recall affecting certain models equipped with a 10-speed automatic transmission due to a potential defect. The recall covers the 2019-2020 Cadillac CT6, 2020-2021 Cadillac CT4 and CT5, and 2020-2022 Chevrolet Camaro vehicles. The issue stems from a faulty transmission component that may cause unintended movement of the vehicle when shifted into park. This poses a serious safety...
Atmos Energy to Perform Routine Natural Gas Maintenance in Sulphur Springs
SULPHUR SPRINGS, Texas – March 17, 2025 – Atmos Energy will perform routine maintenance resulting in the safe removal of natural gas on Wednesday, March 19 through Friday, March 21, from approximately 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 154 County Road 2319 in Sulphur Springs. Atmos Energy remains focused on its vision to be the safest provider of natural gas services, and this system modernization work demonstrates a continued investment...
