Michael Wilson
Continuing drought triggers increased restrictions for LCRA water customers
AUSTIN – The Lower Colorado River Authority on Monday announced two significant drought responses that affect all LCRA water customers: “These actions are needed to help preserve and extend our water supplies in the face of a drought that shows … Continue reading →
The Hidden History of Texas Episode 62 – The Civil War Has Ended – Part 1
The Hidden History of Texas. Episode 62 – The civil war has ended part 1. We are wrapping up talking about the history of Texas during the Civil war. As I’ve mentioned in earlier episodes there isn’t an exact count … Continue reading →
Special ranger make arrests amid 82-head cattle theft across Texas and Oklahoma
FORT WORTH, Texas (March 21, 2025) – A lengthy investigation led by Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Special Ranger John Vance led to the two arrests and two warrants for men involved in stealing 82 head of cattle. The … Continue reading →
Proposed Fees on Ocean Carriers Could Hurt Farmers
Courtesy AFBF – A proposal from the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to impose new fees on ocean carriers with ties to China could take a major toll on America’s farmers and ranchers. Two-thirds of all agriculture exports by volume are … Continue reading →
A Journey Into Nature
The Freedman Bureau – Doomed from the Start
While this article “The Freedman Bureau – Doomed from the Start” is set in and based on documents from Virginia, the circumstances and interactions of the people involved, were not unique to Virginia. There were Freedman Bureau’s set up in … Continue reading →
Rural Capital Area Unemployment Rate Increased to 3.6% in January
CEDAR PARK, Texas ⎯ In January 2025, the unadjusted unemployment rate in the Rural Capital Area of Central Texas increased to 3.6 percent, according to data released by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). This means that 3.6 percent of the workforce … Continue reading →
Chronic Wasting Disease Detected in Kaufman County Deer Breeding Facility
Courtesy TPWD – AUSTIN – Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) received confirmation of two cases of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in a Kaufman County deer breeding facility. This is the first CWD detection in a deer breeding facility in … Continue reading →
Battle of Galveston, the battle of the Sabine Pass, and the battle of Palmito Ranch – Episode 61
This is Episode 61 – Battle of Galveston, the battle of the Sabine Pass, and the battle of Palmito Ranch – I’m your host and guide Hank Wilson We are wrapping up talking about the history of Texas during the … Continue reading →