A Bad Sign

Body The cow went down in the pasture. I took it as a sign. Like lightning striking my saddle horn or guppies in the wine. I’ll have to pull the calf right here. But it isn’t raining hard. It’s just too bad that my slicker is still back in the yard.

Thank you for being a friend

Body I can’t think of many American celebrities as universally beloved as Betty White.

Twenty-nine new laws in effect in January

Body AUSTIN—More than 20 new state laws went into effect as Texans rang in the New Year, with another half-dozen to go on the books on Jan. 18, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported.

A Cowful

Body Grandpa Tommy’s dad used to say “A cowful is a substantial quantity.” According to my research, the rumen on a mature cow can hold up to 300 pounds. And by anybody’s standards that is quite a bit. Say you had a cowful of pocket change. You’d almost need a cow to keep it in.

Safely gifting soapberries

Body If you can’t be recyclable, at least be biodegradable. The first option is for reincarnationists. It’s dust to dust for the rest of us. Deep subject.

State steps up DUI enforcement during holidays

Body AUSTIN—The Texas Department of Transportation has kicked off its statewide “Drive Sober. No Regrets” drunk driving prevention program for the holidays.

Cottle commissioners extend burn ban for another month

Body In the regular monthly meeting of the Cottle County commissioners’ court on Dec. 13, 2021, EMS director Tana Detwiler reported on November incidents, including 15 medical calls, 4 trauma calls, two standby calls and one false call.

A Horse Matters

Body I like living someplace where a horse matters. There is just some country where horseback is the only way to get the job done. Places where the four-wheeler is a poor second, not to mention a noisy, track-leaving unnatural conveyance. Besides, it’s hard to throw a rope from.

SILVERTON CHRISTMAS

Body SILVERTON CHRISTMAS Holiday cheer was brought to Silverton last week in a special Christmas program before winter break. Students return in January. | COURTESY PHOTO

LOOKING BACK

Body December 22, 1955—Seniors on the honor roll last six weeks were Evelyn Crowell, Carl Gauntt, Ina Lou Grabbe, Roxanne McJimsey, Pat Redin and Keith Whitfield . . .