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HISTORY MATTERS

News Staff
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
A feature courtesy of The Grateful American Book Prize Showing our children that their past is prelude to their future. By John Grimaldi and David Bruce Smith On June 18, 1983, Sally Ride boarded the Challenger, and became the first American woman to traverse the cosmos.

Police Activities

News Staff
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
In recent weeks the Vidor Police Department responded to many calls. What follows are but a few of the incidents that required police action. Readers should remember that a person who was arrested has not been found guilty of any wrongdoing.
The firecracker plant’s blooms provide fiery bursts of color all season long. Their tubular shape are also attractive to hummingbirds. Texas A&M AgriLife Photos by Mike Arnold

The firecracker plant’s blooms provide fiery bursts of color all season long. Their tubular shape are also attractive to hummingbirds. Texas A&M AgriLife Photos by Mike Arnold

Ignite gardens with newest Texas Superstar – the firecracker plant

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Homeowners looking to add a touch of fiery brilliance to their garden should look no further than the firecracker plant, named the newest Texas Superstar.
Ask Rusty – Will Work Earnings Affect My Social Security at Age 80?

Ask Rusty – Will Work Earnings Affect My Social Security at Age 80?

Ask Rusty – Will Work Earnings Affect My Social Security at Age 80?

News Staff
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Dear Rusty: I am 80 years old, and I receive monthly Social Security ben- efits, but I'm think ing about return- ing to work. At this age, am I limited in how much income I generate without affecting my benefit? If so, how much can I earn without affecting it? Signed: Spry Octogenarian.

Three deaths a day in Texas due to drunk driving

News Staff
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Drunk driving deaths increased again last year in Texas, and TxDOT is urging all Texans to save lives and reverse this trend by choosing a sober ride. Monse Montoya’s family was destroyed when a drunk driver ran through a stop sign and T-boned her parents’ car.

Texas Game Wardens assist Perryton tornado response

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
On Thursday June 15 Texas Game Wardens responded to a strong thunderstorm that developed into an EF3 tornado striking the town of Perryton. In addition to causing widespread property damage, the storm claimed three lives and injured hundreds of others.

The gold dispenser

News Staff
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
You can find a candy bar dispenser anywhere these days but you’ll have to go to South Korea if you want to find a gold bar dispenser. GS Retail, which operates some 10,000 convenience stores throughout that country, has been fitting them out with gold bar vending machines since last September.
The easiest vegetable seeds to save for a ‘novice’ seed saver: beans, lettuce, peas, tomatoes, peppers, and okra. Legumes (bean & peas) are by far the easiest seeds to save, and also the easiest to germinate. There are numerous flowers which easily lend their seeds, such as marigold, zinnia, morning glory, cleome, nasturtium, poppy, snapdragon, and sunflower Courtesy Photo giantveggiegarden.com

The easiest vegetable seeds to save for a ‘novice’ seed saver: beans, lettuce, peas, tomatoes, peppers, and okra. Legumes (bean & peas) are by far the easiest seeds to save, and also the easiest to germinate. There are numerous flowers which easily lend their seeds, such as marigold, zinnia, morning glory, cleome, nasturtium, poppy, snapdragon, and sunflower Courtesy Photo giantveggiegarden.com

Saving Plant Seeds: The Correct Way (Part 1 of 2)

News Staff
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
Gardeners, so you want to save your own seeds this season but don't know where to start?
The Vidor Public Library welcomed guest John O’Bryant with his magic show on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. John entertained the children with magic, illusion, music, and hilarious comedy. He also included audience participation with some special magic tricks. The next Summer Reading will be on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at the Vidor High School auditorium. The guest will be storyteller and puppeteer, Dru Woods. Courtesy Photo

The Vidor Public Library welcomed guest John O’Bryant with his magic show on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. John entertained the children with magic, illusion, music, and hilarious comedy. He also included audience participation with some special magic tricks. The next Summer Reading will be on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at the Vidor High School auditorium. The guest will be storyteller and puppeteer, Dru Woods. Courtesy Photo

Summer Reading

News Staff
Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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