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Newspaper
Wellington Leader
Location
Wellington, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1997
Page
6
Windy Valley mayor Don Willingham shares humorous greetings about his town at the Goodnight Trail crossroads. He jokes about local quirks, landmarks like Paymaster Gin, and the town’s light industry while noting he became mayor reluctantly as his turn.
A humorous Windy Valley column blends reflections on death fears with a lively town snapshot. It notes new residents the Pickett and Hill families, visits to local Barfield's shop, and contrasts between unfriendly outsiders and friendly locals, ending with a nod to Greenbelt Electric Cooperative.
County Agent Dale Dunlap explains white grubs as a major lawn pest across Texas with May or June beetle adults. He details life stages, damage signs, and thresholds for treatment, plus recommended chemicals Diazinon Durban and isofenphos, application timing, and safety. He ends with lawn care tips, contest notes, and countertop cleaning advice.
Vernon assistant professor extension economist Stan Bevers has received the Accredited Farm Manager AFM designation from the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers ASFMRA. The award follows stringent experience education and exams and places Bevers among about 27 percent of members with AFM status.
The Collingsworth County 4-H Horse Club holds its fourth playday of the season on Tuesday July 29 at 7 p.m. in the VFW arena. Ribbons will be awarded to top finishers in barrels poles stakes and flags events. Points from each playday count toward awards at the annual 4-H Awards Banquet.
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