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East Texas photographers honored during Texas Bank and Trust’s annual photo contest

Forty-three entries were honored Sunday as part of Texas Bank and Trust’s annual Photography Contest and Exhibition. Sunday’s…

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Reese: Growing yellow squash in a small garden

If you are from Texas, you probably grew up eating squash casserole — still a favorite in our…

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Lawhorn: Remembering Marilyn

Years ago, I made a big career change and accepted the role of Development Director for Meals on…

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Grant: Caring for pecan trees

Lots of folks want to know how to get their pecan tree to produce a crop each year.…

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Sperry: Purple ruellia is pretty yet invasive plant

Dear Neil: A few years ago, I planted the tall version of purple ruellia. It’s beautiful, and it takes…

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Penney: First amendment freedoms and philanthropy

As we near another anniversary of our “American Experiment”, I’m reminded of the many freedoms we enjoy as…

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Sigman: Using color in your garden

When my husband and I bought an orange brick house many years ago, we started to re-landscape. I…

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Grant: East Texas Horticulture Field Day set June 26

If you enjoy seeing how new flowers and vegetables perform in real-life East Texas conditions, mark your calendar…

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McGinnis: Trees — strong symbol of fatherhood

Father’s Day is a time to reflect on the significant role fathers play in the emotional, social and…

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Franks: Let grandchildren tag along to create memories

My morning walk triggered a fond memory in early June, mid-sixties. The water was cold as I jumped…