What’s Up with Texas A&M Agrilife Extension? By Johanna Hicks
What’s Up with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension? School is back up and in full swing, so that means that 4-H is gearing up for the new year, as well. Our office has received several phone calls in the past few days, so I wanted to share the 4-H enrollment information again. The 4-H year is from September 1 to August 31, and we have lots of events and activities for youth coming up in the next few months. But first, here’s...
No Time For Boredom
No Time for Boredom! Opportunities Abound! March flew by so quickly! As I turn the page to April in my calendar, I’m amazed at the number of opportunities for individuals to be involved. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is sponsoring or partnering in many events this spring. We invite you to check out this list and contact us if you are interested in participating! Last call for registration for the 2016 spring series of...
April showers!!!
The first days of spring has brought plenty of rain to Hopkins County. As temperature increase, it is important to take actions before our landscapes get out of control (and trust them, they will if you let them!). Texas A&M AgriLife Extension published the following recommendations for the month of April: a) Prune spring-flowering shrubs soon after flowering. Keep the natural shape of the plant in mind as you prune, and avoid...
National 4-H Week
4-H has a long, proud history in Hopkins County. All across the nation, 4-H’ers will be recognizing National 4-H Week, October 5-11. County 4-H clubs and groups have the opportunity to showcase what they have gained from their membership at the local and county level, said Dr. Toby Lepley, assistant state 4-H leader for the Texas 4-H Youth Development Program. A fundamental purpose of the 4-H program is to highlight our program’s...
September Meeting of the Hopkins County Environmental Committee
During the September meeting of the Hopkins County Environmental Committee, several topics were discussed related to Hopkins County educational needs. One of them was the need of having aerobic septic systems from homes properly maintained and inspected. In response to this educational need, the Homeowner Maintenance of Aerobic Treatment Units training has been scheduled for October 17, 2014 at the Professional Ag Workers Building...
Trading Post for October 12, 2022
Smith Corona MPN: KA11 Model: Wordsmith 100 KA11 electric typewriter, auto word correction, ribbon barely used, typewriter is in great working condition, asking $40 called 903.440.5523 for pic or question For Sale: The Electronic Communicator 2 electric typewriter. Asking $50.00 for it… Also, for sale, a Tenn-Aire stainless steel, three burner hooded gas grill. It has a side burner, side shelf, and a “Braking...
Trading Post for September 30, 2022
Brinkmann Two Mantle Propane Lantern MATCHLESS Start 844-0150-0 Camping, call 903.440.5523, for pic or question, asking $25 still in box Twin size brown, motorized, adjustable Hospital bed, with remote control, side rails with side rail pads and mattress may also be included, adjustable side table and 3 sets of brand new sheets, still in the boxes. 200 dollars…… Also a heavy duty hospital trapeze. 200 dollars. Looking for a small...
Trading Post for September 28, 2022
Twin size brown, motorized, adjustable Hospital bed, with remote control, side rails with side rail pads and mattress may also be included, adjustable side table and 3 sets of brand new sheets, still in the boxes. 200 dollars…… Also a heavy duty hospital trapeze. 200 dollars. Looking for a small puppy that want get big will stay small my name Mae Whitson 903-951-4017 For Sale: 3 great pyrenees puppies, 2 male 1 female. 12 weeks old...
Trading Post for September 23, 2022
For Sale: 3 great pyrenees puppies, 2 male 1 female. 12 weeks old had 1st shots and wormed. 972 841 9642 small microwave $20.00. metal bunk beds with stairs & mattresses $100.00 2 metal bed frames, 1 king & 1 full size &100.00 for the pair wood coffee & side table $50.00 text for more info & pictures all prices negotiable 903-951-2135 Native American Indian statue collection, various sizes and styles, old from...
Trading Post for September 21, 2022
For Sale: A new 9×7-inch Apple iPad, used for one day only. Asking $125. Call 903-438-6181. Tzumi PopSolo – Rechargeable Bluetooth Karaoke Microphone and Voice Mixer with Smartphone Holder (Black) asking $10, also New still in box Lazer Maze requires you to use mirrors, beam-splitters, a little science and brainpower to direct the laser through a series of mind-challenging mazes and light up the target asking $22 and a pair of...
