Emergency Rules Adopted for Movement of Breeder Deer

July 26, 2023 - In response to continued positive detections of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in deer breeding facilities, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has adopted an emergency rule implementing additional movement and testing restrictions for white-tailed deer in deer breeding facilities.

Texas A&M Forest Service Cautions as Wildfire Danger Increases Statewide

July 26, 2023 - As persistent triple-digit temperatures and dry conditions increase wildfire danger for much of the state, Texas A&M Forest Service urges Texans to be cautious with outdoor activities that create sparks.

Through Friday, high temperatures and increased wind speeds will support the potential for large wildfires that may be resistant to firefighters’ suppression efforts.

TxDOT Seeks Public Input on Record $100 Billion Plan for Projects Across the State

Virtual and in-person public meetings will allow Texans to help shape TxDOT’s 2024 Unified Transportation Program

July 6, 2023 — As the Texas population continues to boom, TxDOT is drafting a record-breaking 10-year transportation plan and now the public is invited to weigh in on the projects proposed in their communities.

David's Daily Devotion for July 26

July 26, 2023 - Good Morning! It's Wednesday, July 26.

Two of my favorite things are the Bible and trivia! So, here's ten fascinating facts about God's Word for you to ponder over your breakfast.

David's Daily Devotion for July 25

July 25, 2023 - Good Morning! It's Tuesday, July 25.

Last night I did something I've never done before. It was three a.m. and I had had a visit from insomnia, a frequent visitor since I turned left at middle age. This time, however, instead of turning on the TV, or turning over and trying to get back to sleep, I decided to go outside.

Summer Gardening Questions by Greg Grant

Fireblight is a common bacterial disease on ornamental and edible pears.

July 23, 2023 - Summer Gardening Questions

Q: There are many small dead branches in my Bradford pear. What is causing it and what can I do about it?

Solicitation Process Coming Soon for Ecosystem Services Projects

July 24, 2023 — Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) will soon begin seeking proposals from public or private entities to construct nature-based carbon sequestration infrastructure or other projects that will harness other similar ecosystem services on TPWD properties.

House Bill (HB) 4018, passed in the 88th Texas Legislative Session and effective September 1, allows TPWD to enter into agreements through an innovative conservation model providing both wetland protection and carbon credit-based revenue to the agency.

Leadership Shelby County Taking Applications

July 24, 2023 - The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce will soon establish the 2023-2024 Class of Leadership Shelby County. Applications are currently being accepted for a nine month long program designed to identify potential leaders and develop within these individuals the knowledge, skills and vision necessary to enable them to actively participate in the enhancement of their communities.

Community Calendar for Shelby County, Texas

“The Fire Siren” by Neal Murphy

July 23, 2023 - Some time prior to 1940 the town of San Augustine, Texas purchased a fire siren, and placed it atop the city hall building. This building, which still stands, housed two fire trucks. The purpose of the siren was to alert the citizens and the volunteer firemen of an emergency, usually a fire. It said to everyone that somebody needed help.

When the people in town heard the siren, it told them that there’s an emergency going on somewhere. It also warned the people to be alert for volunteers responding to the firehouse, and to watch out for fire trucks.

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