TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH

Body TUMBLEWEEDAs the creator and producer of “The Sound of Texas,” one of the longest running syndicated radio programs in Texas, Tumbleweed seeks fascinating people who embody the spirit of the Lone StarStateandbringsthemintothehomesandheartsofthousands.

Easter’s roller-coaster dates

Body The story of Easter is a given. We know its beautiful meaning and impact on our lives. That’s the one constant aspect to the celebration of Easter for those of the Christian faith.But the date for Easter? Well, that’s been a toss-up matter for hundreds of years.

The 501

Body Monies for treesSome federal programs are getting the ax. Here’s hoping it’s not your favorite.Some grants for planting trees in cities, especially in tree-needy disadvantaged neighborhoods, have been canceled.

Flowering perennials for the garden

Body Perennials are the faithful backbones of a flower garden. Unlike annuals that must be replaced every year perennials can be depended upon to return every year.

Lemon-pistachio fettuccini

Body The combination of lemon and pistachio makes a bright, crisp springtime pasta dish. The fresh pop of lemon zest, topped with crunchy bits of pistachio nuts comes together with a luxurious, creamy sauce.

FRIENDSHIP QUILTERS

Body Well, another week has come and gone and I am finally over my awful coughing disease. What a hard time, and I wouldn’t wish it on anyone else, ever!My girls will keep me in Lubbock next week as I have doctor’s appointments there.

Happenings at Caprock Public Library

Body First off, Caprock Public Library would like to thank everyone who came out and supported us at this year’s first annual Spring Fling this past Saturday. Although it was a cold and windy day, we were still able to come up with a little over $300 for our young adult shelf.

BRISCOE RETIREMENTS

Body Congratulations go to Briscoe County supervisor Jeff Smith and Briscoe County general transportation tech Jeff Tiffin on their retirement from TxDOT.

SILVERTON FFA

Body The Silverton FFA participated in the Clarendon College CDE Invitational last week for Career Development Events, which are competitons designed to help students develop and demonstrate skills related to various agricultural careers

MATADOR CONNECTION

Body Dude Speed, who many of you remember as a friend or who you met professionally on the side of the road, retired from the DPS, Texas Department of Emergency Management in Midland, Tx recently.