Abbott issues disaster declaration, seeks fed help

Body AUSTIN— Gov. Greg Abbot has issued a disaster declaration for Texas counties affected by the early February ice storm and is seeking a federal declaration as well for areas in Southeast Texas affected by rare January tornadoes.

Saving and spending a surplus

Body The Texas Tribune reported on January 9 that Texas lawmakers will have $188.2 billion available for the next budget after record-breaking revenue growth. Texas Comptroller Glen Hegar provided the budgetary information.

Ice storm wreaks havoc in much of state

Body Residents in Central and Northeast Texas are still cleaning up after a winter storm last week snapped power lines and tree limbs, causing widespread power outages, canceled flights and damage to homes and vehicles.

Barn quilts are big in Northeast Texas

Body TUMBLEWEED As 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.

Snow-day memories hard to beat

Body School days, school days! If you know that old song, or even if you don’t, you may remember with me that nothing was better than a snowy day when school didn’t happen. The powers that were didn’t want the buses getting stuck.

Sweet treats for Valentine’s Day

Body We’re cooking up three ways to impress your sweetie. My husband, also known as Stud Muffin, loves chocolate. But he’s going to go crazy for these mini cherry pies since cherries are his other weakness. Or, how romantic do champagne cupcakes sound?

LOOKING BACK

Body Eighty years ago: Socializing in Silverton February 13, 1947—Mr. and Mrs. Jord Hollingsworth and children were Sunday guests of Mr. and Mrs. W.C. Baird . . . Mr. and Mrs. J.R. Lanham have moved to their new home west of the Post Office . . . Mrs. C.L. McWilliams and Mrs.

Silverton schools post 3rd 6 weeks honor rolls

Body STAFF REPORTS Thefollowingstudents enrolled in Silverton schools earned “A” Honor Roll for the 3rd 6 weeks of the 2022–23 school year.

Motley Library to host annual Valentine’s party Feb. 9

Body Library will host its annual Sweet Afternoon at the Library Valentine party Thursday, February 9. The fun will begin about 4 p.m. or right after school. Activities include making special Valentine cards, enjoying some Valentine treats, and listening to a story.

Texas State Parks Photo Contest Launches in Honor of 100-Year Celebration

Body AUSTIN— Point, focus, shoot! In honor of its 100-year birthday celebration, Texas State Parks is hosting a photo contest throughout 2023 with the chance to win park passes, H-E-B gift cards and even a curated state park experience.