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Any microgreens can be grown in soil and most varieties can also be grown hydroponically. Photo courtesy of True Leaf Market

Any microgreens can be grown in soil and most varieties can also be grown hydroponically. Photo courtesy of True Leaf Market

Grow Fast, Fun, and Easy Microgreens

Garden Columnist Melinda Myers
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Have fun growing some delicious and nutritious microgreens on your kitchen counter, in a sunny window, or under lights any time of the year.  In as little as a week to ten days you’ll be making your first harvest to use as a garnish, snack, or add to your favorite sandwich or salad.

Legacy Estate Long Term Care, now open and admitting

News Staff
Thursday, June 20, 2024
We are thrilled to announce the official opening of Legacy Estate Long Term Care, a new nursing home dedicated to providing exceptional care and a vibrant community for residents. Located at 10133 TX-16, Comanche, TX 76442, Legacy Estate Long Term Care is open and admitting new residents.Dr.

Jordan Cattle Auction

News Staff
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Mason - San Saba June 13, 2024Receipts totaled 3,247 head. A choice offering of cattle were on hand with very good buyer demand. The stocker steers sold $4-$5 higher with 6 steers 518 lbs at $326.00 ($1688.68) and 3 steers 577 lbs at $302.00 ($1742.54). The stocker heifers were steady to $2 higher.
Besides heat woes, it’s mating season for tarantulas

Besides heat woes, it’s mating season for tarantulas

Besides heat woes, it’s mating season for tarantulas

Gary Borders
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
It is time for male tarantulas to start looking for love, sometimes in all the wrong places, the San Antonio Express-News reported. The state is home to 14 species of the creature, the most common of which is the Texas brown tarantula.
Don Fowler and grandchildren Luke, Mason, and Grant Fowler caught this 20-pound catfish on the San Saba River using jumbo grasshoppers. Submitted by Barbara Fowler

Don Fowler and grandchildren Luke, Mason, and Grant Fowler caught this 20-pound catfish on the San Saba River using jumbo grasshoppers. Submitted by Barbara Fowler

Catch of the Day

News Staff
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
Catch of the Day
These colorful vegetables are from Jody and Kim Lewis’ booth last Saturday at the Richland Springs Market. Courtesy of Jody Lewis

These colorful vegetables are from Jody and Kim Lewis’ booth last Saturday at the Richland Springs Market. Courtesy of Jody Lewis

The Richland Springs Report

Sue Ransom
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
I love it when things happen in Richland Springs. The new Saturday Market is a perfect example. Each Saturday a few more local growers and craftspeople bring their goods to the Tabernacle.
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