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New report finds loss of glyphosate would harm U.S. agriculture

Julie Tomascik Editor / Texas Farm Bureau

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

A new report examines a future without glyphosate, and the immediate impact would be costly to the economy, farmers and the environment. Glyphosate, the active ingredient in Roundup, is a widelyused herbicide and important tool farmers and ranchers depend on to control weeds.

August Pfluger U.S. Congressman

Pfluger votes to nullify Biden EPA Lesser Prairie Chicken Rule

News Staff

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

U.S. Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released a statement after voting for S.J. Res. 9 — A Congressional Review Act to nullify the U.S.

Jordan Cattle Auction

News Staff

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

July 27, 2023 Receipts totaled 4,654 head. The stocker steers were $5-$8 higher with 2 steers 355 lbs at $ 325.00 ($ 1153.75) and 5 steers 475 lbs at $284.00 ($1349.00). The stocker heifers were $4-$6 higher with 6 head 582 lbs at $232.00 ($1350.24).

News From Cherokee ISD

Kari Owen

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

It’s that time of year again! Teachers are already at the school this week preparing for their students. Next Monday, August 7th, is the first day of the 23-24 school year. This Thursday, August 3rd, there will be an elementary parent meeting at 5:15 p.m.

Howard Payne University is a Christ-centered, close-knit academic community located in the heart of Texas since 1889.

HPU recognized 200 students for academic excellence in the spring 2023 semester

News Staff

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Howard Payne University honored 200 students for academic success during the spring 2023 semester. Students must earn a 4.0 grade point average to be named to the President’s List, a 3.65-3.99 grade point average to be named to the Dean’s List and a 3.5-3.

Rocky King 2020

Heart of Texas Honky Tonk Fest set in Brady

Tracy Pitcox

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

The Third Annual Heart of Texas Honky Tonk Festival will be held at the Ed Davenport Civic Center in Brady, Texas, on August 16-19. The event benefits the Heart of Texas Country Music Museum, which is a 501c3 non profit organization.

SH 16 to be reduced to one lane for construction in San Saba County

News Staff

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Beginning at 7 AM Thursday, August 3, the northbound lane of SH 16 at the bridge on Jerry’s Creek will be closed as TxDOT’s contractor installs concrete traffic barrier prior to construction. Flaggers and a pilot car will guide motorists through the work zone.

Saturday Nights in San Saba

News Staff

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

The San Saba Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring 'Saturday Nights in San Saba' every 2nd Saturday night from August through November. Shop, eat, drink, and listen to live music all while enjoying beautiful historic downtown San Saba, 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Suzanne Kho, KTB Executive Director; JoAnne Weik, Emeritus Director and Stan Weik family representative; Kathleen Hawkins, KSSB Board of Director and Award Recipient Award; and Tony Arce, Jr., KTB Board President

KSSB Director receives prestigious KTB Beautify Award

Sarah Saldivar Kssb Executive Director

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Keep Texas Beautiful (KTB) is a non-profit organization dedicated to making Texas the best place to live, work, and play by deploying resources for community improvements projects, clean-ups, and youth engagement efforts across the state.

Dale Rogers and his produce stand in front of Courthouse last Wednesday, July 26th. His table of produce included: tomatoes (red and green), cherry tomatoes, squash, patty pan squash (scallop squash), yellow squash (summer squash), okra.

Fresh Produce - Wednesdays at the Courthouse Square

Djuana Payton, Editor

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Dale Rogers from Algerita makes his way to the Courthouse on Wednesdays to sell his produce. I was glad he was still there Wednesday of last week late, around 7:30 p.m., so I could get some tomatoes!

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