News

Did you hear the good news? This week, rural Texas scored a major victory.

Have you ever wondered why chicken eggs can be different colors? While most eggs are white or brown, they also come in colors like cream, pink, blue and green.

Texas fruit growers adapt to chill challenges and freeze damage

Fruit trees, including peaches and plums, rely on a period of winter dormancy, triggered by a specific number of “chill hours” or periods of cold weather that help trees reset and prepare for spring growth. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife Marketing and Communications)

Texas fruit growers are facing a difficult season due to a combination of inconsistent winter chill and damaging spring freezes.

Opinion

House passes school voucher bill

The Texas House on Thursday passed Gov.

Greg Abbott’s school voucher bill after a years-long campaign by the governor and his allies, the Austin American- Statesman reported.

The tomb was empty

Last Sunday, Christians worldwide celebrated Easter, a somber but joyous occasion.

PAXTON, CORNYN GEAR UP FOR PRIMARY BATTLE

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton made it official last week, announcing he will challenge U.S.

Sports

The Marlin boys and girls track teams participated in the regional meet hosted by Palestine on Friday April 18 and Saturday April 19. Here are the results:

GIRLS

The Marlin boys and girls track teams participated in the Leopard Relays in Lorena on Thursday, March 27.

The girls finished 7th with a total of 30 points.

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Several Marlin track stars are headed for the Area meet on April 10.

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