Red Cross issues warning on wildfire prevention tips
The Red Cross warns amid record drought in Wilson County and Southwest states. They release safety tips to prevent wildfires as vegetation and grasslands dry to brittle conditions increasing fire risk across the region. The advisory notes growing danger from fast spreading fires and cites state fire officials for guidance.
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Ranch to Rail and fire safety tips for Wilson County
The Texas A and M Ranch to Rail program guides ranchers on how cattle fit beef industry needs, with a Sept 10 nomination deadline and Oct 22 to 24 delivery to Hondo Creek Feed Yard. Five head minimum, $15 per head. only steers 500 to 850 pounds accepted. Also, Red Cross provides wildfire safety tips for August, including vegetation removal, ladder fuel reduction, roof and eave checks, and evacuations planning with a free brochure via 210-224-5151.
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Edroy
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Perception shifts on abortion and party loyalty
The author argues that voters should evaluate candidates beyond single issues like abortion. He cites Senator Judith Zaffirini’s tort reform advocacy amid party debates and urges open-minded consideration of all policy areas. Readers are invited to comment via phone, mail, or email.
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Judith Zaffirini
Zaffirini
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Tejano Bash ends summer in Zapata on Sept 2
The Tejano Bash concert wraps summer 1996 in Zapata at the County Fair Grounds from 7 p.m. to midnight with music from new and old bands and a South of the Border flavor. Admission is 10 dollars benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Zapata and local cancer patient Mario Ramirez. Food booths and BYOC chairs available. call 210-765-3892 for details.
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John Henson
Zapata County Fair Grounds
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Zapata
Mario Ramirez
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