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Cutting your own Christmas tree on National Forest land

Cutting your own Christmas tree on National Forest land

Cutting your own Christmas tree on National Forest land

Body CUISINE & CULTURE This column may not be the typical gardening topic, but for those of us who prefer live over plastic, those who consider environmental awareness important, and those of us who appreciate regenerating forests, today’s column may be of interest to you.
Chocolate-Almond Crinkle Cookies

Chocolate-Almond Crinkle Cookies

Chocolate-Almond Crinkle Cookies

Body CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COM ANGELINA L aRUE It’s time for Christmas cookie swaps, office holiday parties, and cute plates of cookies to pass out to the neighbors.
AT STATE

AT STATE

AT STATE

Body Floydada FFA Agricultural Advocacy team went to State for the first time this past weekend in Huntsville. They finished as semi-finalists. The team consisted of Kirsten Pyle, Sydni Chesshir, Miranda Reyes, and Amelia Snowden. | 

Floyd sheriff files for re-election

Body Filings for Floyd County positions on the March 2024 primary election ballot continue to roll in. Incumbent sheriff Paul Raissez has filed for reelection as of Monday according to Republican party chair Kerry Pratt.
Floyd County Clerk announces contest winners

Floyd County Clerk announces contest winners

Floyd County Clerk announces contest winners

Body The Floyd County Clerk and Voter Registrar’s office held their first annual coloring and sticker contest Oct. 23 through Nov. 10. There were a total of eight coloring contest entries, and 82 sticker entries.
Floyd County Judge Lucke inducted as fellow

Floyd County Judge Lucke inducted as fellow

Floyd County Judge Lucke inducted as fellow

Body Floyd County Judge Marty Lucke was recently honored by the Texas Association of Counties’ (TAC) Texas Judicial Academy for going the extra mile. The academy recognizes as Fellows county judges who attain significant judicial education beyond state requirements.
I-27 Ports-to-Plains action passes U.S. House

I-27 Ports-to-Plains action passes U.S. House

I-27 Ports-to-Plains action passes U.S. House

Body LUBBOCK, Texas (NEWS RELEASE)— In a significant milestone for transportation development, the I-27 Numbering Act of 2023 (H.R. 3209) has achieved unanimous consent in the House of Representatives using the U.S. Senate number S.992.

UPCOMING

Body EIGHTH ANNUAL COUNTRY CHRISTMAS BALL Wendell Sollis and the Sidekicks All Star Band will be hosting the 8th annual Country Christmas Ball on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2023 at the Floyd County Friends Unity Center. Dinner is provided with all tickets and serving will start at 6 p.m.
UNDERNEATH THE MISTLETOE Mistletoe is a semi-parasitic plant that can be harmful to its host plant. Clusters of mistletoe can grow as large as several feet across if left unchecked. | TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE PHOTO BY MICHAEL MILLER

UNDERNEATH THE MISTLETOE Mistletoe is a semi-parasitic plant that can be harmful to its host plant. Clusters of mistletoe can grow as large as several feet across if left unchecked. | TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE PHOTO BY MICHAEL MILLER

Mistletoe: Is the Christmas plant friend or foe?

Body SUSAN HIMES | TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION SERVICE Mistletoe may be a welcome holiday sight when hung over a doorway if a loved one is near, but, it can be an unwelcome intruder when found in your trees, said a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service horticulturist.