Columns and Opinion

Watching the Olympics

Brother J

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Last week my wife and I would sit on our couch in the evenings and watch the highlights of the Olympics. We loved seeing the different events and seeing all the athletics from different countries.It takes a lot of dedication, sacrifice and effort to qualify for the Olympics.

A single tomato plant can produce an average of eight pounds or more of tomatoes. | photo courtesy of All-America Selections

Grow Your Own Fresh Vegetables and Save

Garden Columnist Melinda Myers

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

With escalating food prices, now is a great time to start growing some of your own vegetables. Not only can you save money, but you’ll enjoy great flavor and maximum nutritional value.Take time to do a bit of planning.

Don't Toss Those Roses! Get Creative!

Repurposing Your Roses

Take Care Of Texas

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

During any special holiday, roses and flowers are a go-to gift that can lift the spirits and the aroma of any person or place. But is there more to a rose than the aroma? Well, yes, yes there is, in fact, there are several ways to extend the life of roses or any flowers.

Dr. Ronnie and Terri Collins

The Idle American

The Idle American By Dr. Don Newbury

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

The expression about an ill wind blowing no good goes back almost five centuries. Just 52 years ago, however, a true-life example occurred at what seemed to be an unlucky turn of event at a Justin, TX, rodeo.Dr.

Blackhawks big bluestem is low maintenance and combines nicely with other perennials. Courtesy www.MelindaMyers.com

Blackhawks Big Bluestem Adds Bold Color and Interest to the Landscape

Garden Columnist Melinda Myers

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

No matter your garden style you are likely to find a place for this year’s Perennial Plant of the Year, Blackhawks big bluestem (Andropogon gerardii ‘Blackhawks’). You’ll enjoy the beauty it adds to your gardens and low maintenance it requires to thrive.

Ty B. Kerley, DMin.

Is God Dead?

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

In the last few weeks, we have looked more closely at "swoon theories" that attempt to explain what happened to Jesus of Nazareth after His crucifixion. Specifically, we looked at the recent swoon theory offered by the critic David Mirsch.

Letter to the Editor

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Who's accountable? Not these folks!Who is in charge of oversight of the work the commissioners are supposed to be directing their crews to actually do? Well we are in the dark here. Call the county judges office, they will tell you to call your commissioner.

Paxton, Crockett leading in primary polls

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democratic U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett are leading their respective primary campaigns for U.S. Senate, according to a poll released last week by the University of Houston’s Hobby School of Public Affairs, the Austin American-Statesman reported.

Letter FROM the Editor

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

If you are not happy with your elected official - go vote. Now is the time to make your voice heard, and it can do the most good at the ballot box.Do you wonder why your elected officials do what they do? Go to their meetings.

Letter to the Editor

News Staff

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Dear Richland Springs ISD Parents and Community Members,As principal of Richland Springs ISD, I want to personally address recent conversations regarding staffing changes within our district.

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