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Spring and summer are synonymous with increased hours of sunlight, warm temperatures and, oftentimes, an increased reliance on water to feed recreational pursuits and lawn and garden needs.

Many homeowners relish any opportunity to retreat to their back yards, where they can put up their feet and relax in the great outdoors. That retreat-like escape is made even more relaxing when sitting around a fire pit.

People affected by crashes causing bodily injury or death involving commercial motor vehicles would find it harder to win damages from companies under a bill that is advancing through the state Legislature.

To help facilitate the conservation of Texas’ most vulnerable species, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) recently updated the list of Texas Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN). The list is a core element of the Texas Conservation Action Plan, and is a guiding framework for Texas to access more than $50 million annually for SGCN-focused habitat conservation, education and recreation under the proposed Recovering America’s Wildlife Act.

STAR Transit is providing free rides for persons with confirmed appointment to get the COVID 19 vaccine shots. The curb-to-curb service extends outside of the agency’s service area. Rides are available Monday – Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. For this purpose, STAR Transit is temporarily adding Saturday service from 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Reservations should be made at least one service day in advance and are based on vehicle availability.

Are you an older adult looking for your next big adventure? The Peace Corps is encouraging U.S. adult citizens to volunteer their service abroad to promote world peace and friendship.

Used as a remedy for centuries, propolis is a bee product increasingly turning heads in the scientific community. Here’s what the research says about how propolis can potentially support health during the warm weather months, as well as year-round:

Today’s students have many new things to contend with as they navigate the school year. As a greater number of schools transition to providing lessons, homework and tests on digital devices, students spend much more time online. This connectivity can have many positive results. However, the same availability also opens up students of all ages to various dangers.

Midwestern State University recognized 1,089 honor students for the Spring 2021 semester. The President’s Honor Roll included 385 students, the Provost’s Honor Roll included 317 students, and the Dean’s Honor Roll included 387 students.

Noah Liptack of Forney has been named to the 2021 spring semester dean’s list at St. Norbert College. A minimum 3.5 grade point average is required for academic eligibility.

In the warm weather months, you can keep toddlers and preschoolers engaged with these great learning toys and games perfect for the season:

It has not been too long ago that I wrote about Mrs. Kost, details about her longtime devotion to and association with her favorite baseball team, and the fact that the Texas Rangers ‘Cookie Lady’ had contracted Covid-19 and was struggling.

The Warren Middle School Drumline participated in the Spring North Texas Color Guard Indoor Drumline competition.