Local farmers push for water rights and local control
Van Zandt County farmers and ranchers prepare for water issues ahead of the 77th Texas Legislative session. Farm Bureau president John Durgin emphasizes private property rights and local control, warning against losing the rule of capture and stressing water use enables food and fiber production. He calls for regional groups to focus on water concerns.
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Garden Check List for Late Fall in Van Zandt County
Garden guidance from Brian Cummins advises planting spring bulbs and preparing rose beds for January and February planting, using composted manure and pine bark, and conditioning beds. It covers pruning times, water rights, seed orders, indoor plant care, hose storage, irrigation during drought, and general fall to spring garden preparation.
Local 4-H'ers to Attend District Food Show in Commerce
Van Zandt County 4-H members compete in the district 4-H Food Show at Texas A&M Memorial Student Center in Commerce on November 11. Senior division entrants Kaitlin Brown Jennifer Basham and Shalom Rutledge. Intermediate Kearby Wilkerson. Juniors Lela Read Ducato Taylor and Emily Sterling will display fruits vegetables main dish bread and cereals and nutritious snacks and answer nutrition questions. Winners advance to the State Food Show during 4-H Round-Up in June at Texas A&M University College Station. Sponsored by the Texas Agricultural Extension Service with Peggy Adams and club leaders in attendance.
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Rylander honors first Texas IT Academy graduates
Comptroller Carole Keeton Rylander congratulated the first 29 graduates of the Texas Information Technology Academy, saying the program trains entry level IT workers for state service. The academy, part of e-Texas, draws private tech firms to support a 13 week school with graduates earning entry salaries and a two year state commitment.
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