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One out of seven jobs in Texas is related to the food and fiber system. Proposition 1 ensures the economic benefits of agriculture for our state continue, especially for rural communities and small family farms and ranches.

One out of seven jobs in Texas is related to the food and fiber system. Proposition 1 ensures the economic benefits of agriculture for our state continue, especially for rural communities and small family farms and ranches.

Right to farm and ranch set as Prop 1 on November ballot

News Staff
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
The right to farm and ranch in Texas is set as Proposition 1 on the November 7 General Election ballot. The proposition is supported by Texas Farm Bureau (TFB). “It’s great to have a proposition number for the right to farm and ranch constitutional amendment.
Now is the time to sow seeds like pansies that you want to plant in the fall. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Laura McKenzie)

Now is the time to sow seeds like pansies that you want to plant in the fall. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Laura McKenzie)

Garden tips for August

News Staff
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Gardeners need to be on the lookout for pests like chinch bugs and should start preparing for fall. Here are top tips for August. Remove spent crops Remove spent garden crops like squash, green beans, etc., to get ready for fall.
Cattle Action

Cattle Action

Jordan Cattle Auction

News Staff
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Mason - San Saba July 3, 2023 Receipts totaled 2,557 head. The market continued very active this week with the stocker steers and heifers selling steady. Feeder steers sold $3-$4 higher with 94 steers 676 lbs at $258.00 ($ 1744.08).
News From Cherokee ISD

News From Cherokee ISD

News From Cherokee ISD

Kari Owen
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
The year is already in full swing here at Cherokee ISD. Last week, we had Meet the Teacher and Meet the Indians. Our junior high and high school cheerleaders performed as well as our little Indian cheerleaders that attended cheer camp.
Pecan Captial Trade Days booths in April of this year

Pecan Captial Trade Days booths in April of this year

Vendors Needed! How about you?

Djuana Payton, Editor
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Pecan Capital Trade Days starts back up again September 2nd. This monthly event takes place on the Courthouse Square the first Saturday of the month from September through December, and then it will pick up again after a short winter break. Do you have something to sell? Do you bake?
Help keep kids safe in school zones with these simple steps

Help keep kids safe in school zones with these simple steps

Help keep kids safe in school zones with these simple steps

News Staff
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Texas students are about to strap on their favorite backpacks filled with supplies and the hope of a new year, and TxDOT is calling on everyone to be extra cautious in school zones and around school buses to help keep kids safe.
Pictured from Left to Right: Transport Deputy JD Scott, Chief Deputy Reid Daly, Sheriff David Jenkins, Deputy Waylon Chamberlain, Deputy Ian Merriman

Pictured from Left to Right: Transport Deputy JD Scott, Chief Deputy Reid Daly, Sheriff David Jenkins, Deputy Waylon Chamberlain, Deputy Ian Merriman

San Saba County Sheriff's Office Update

Sheriff David Jenkins
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Exciting things are happening in the San Saba County Sheriff’s Office. Recently, Los Valles Ranch in Cherokee donated a 2013 Polaris Ranger to improve our community’s safety at events and emergency response in situations with limited traveling capabilities.
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