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Time to grow

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Time to grow

Sue Jane Sullivan

Friday, May 22, 2026

Body The seed is in the ground / Now may we rest in hope. — Wendell Berry, “Sabbath VII, ” 1982Wendell Berry’s literature (poetry, essays, books) would be a wonderful addition to a classroom or coffee table.

Early voting in runoffs ends May 22

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Early voting in runoffs ends May 22

Texas Press Association

Friday, May 22, 2026

Body Early voting in both the Democratic and Republican runoff races ends Friday, May 22, with the election on Tuesday, May 26.On the GOP side, the statewide runoffs are:• U.S.

WITH A PASTA MACHINE, I have used this lasagna recipe for years, tweaking it from time to time. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

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Ya gotta love lasagna

Angelina L

Friday, May 22, 2026

Body I’ve tried my handat making pasta dough— nothing complicated, just a very basic dough recipe, rolling it out paper-thin and cutting it into squares to make ravioli—sometimes with success, sometimes not.

30-YEAR ANNIVERSARY

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30-YEAR ANNIVERSARY

News Staff

Friday, May 22, 2026

Body 30-YEAR ANNIVERSARY Congratulations go to Kyle Fuston with the Silverton branch of First National Bank. The bank invited the community Friday to come into the branch and celebrate’s Kyle’s 30 years of banking.

PROUD PATRIOTISM will fill the Roaring Springs park Monday, May 25, as community members honor the sacrifice of forebears to the service of their country. | TINA BROOKS PHOTO

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Memorial Day program slated for May 25 in Roaring Springs

Staff Reports

Friday, May 22, 2026

Body Memorial Day in the U.S. is a solemn reminder of the cost of freedom and the courage of those who paid the ultimate price to defend it.

NEW OFFICERS The Cottle-King Rodeo Association recently held elections for the 2026-2028 term. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Cottle-King Rodeo Association announces new officers, invites community participation

Delisa Piper |

Friday, May 22, 2026

Body The Cottle-King Rodeo Association recently held elections for the 20262028 term and is proud to continue leadership with an all-ladies officer board dedicated to preserving and growing one of the area’s most anticipated annual traditions.

Texas most at-risk state for hail damage

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Texas most at-risk state for hail damage

News Staff

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Body TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATIONAUSTIN— Everything is bigger in Texas, including the hail, according to Cotality’s 2026 Severe Convective Storm Risk Report, published in the Statesman.

Some feel-good things

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Some feel-good things

Sue Jane Sullivan

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Body Joy may seem elusive at times, but I like to think that there are people among us who know just when to write the song, produce the movie, make the podcast, or publish the book that could evoke some smiles.Recording artist Amy Grant’s new album was released last week.

FAMILY FAVORITE Chicken Tinga tacos is one dish I will always drop everything and make for my own son. Enjoy food made fresh! | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

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Family, food and memories

Angelina L

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Body CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COMMore than a few years ago, I recall driving down the road with my 18-year-old son sitting in the front passenger seat. This had been a rare occasion since the day he acquired his own driver’s license.

FORPERFECTPEONIES set roots with buds into a shallow bed not more than 1 inch depth. Roots placed too deeply may produce shoots the next season but will fail to bloom. These need to be replanted. After moving a peony expect it to take several years to bloom. | iSTOCK PHOTO

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Where are the spring Blooms?

Ellen Peffley

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Body CUISINE & CULTURESpring blooms open the gardening year—cheerful yellow daffodils, soft orange and white jonquils, rainbow colors of iris, fragrant purple hyacinths, and deep pink peonies.