Texas forest industry remains steady with large economic, ecological impact
Texas Crop and Weather Report – by Sarah Fuller The Texas forest industry continues on a steady trajectory thanks to ongoing demand for new housing and construction, as well as other manufacturing sectors that rely on renewable wood fibers, said a Texas A&M Forest Service expert. In 2024, the Texas forest sector directly contributed $27.4 billion in industry…
Read MoreHow to check a used car’s history and avoid scams
July 2026 How to check a used car’s history and avoid scams Español Used car buyers in Texas face common scams that can cost thousands of dollars. Here’s how to check a vehicle’s history and stay safe. Get the vehicle identification number (VIN) The VIN is a 17-digit code on the lower-left corner of the…
Read MoreTexas Farm Credit Welcomes Scott Petty and Celebrates New Southlake Office
SOUTHLAKE, Texas — Texas Farm Credit recently celebrated the grand opening of its new Southlake branch while welcoming Scott Petty as Regional Vice President serving the Southlake and Fort Worth markets. Located at 2101 E. Kirkwood Blvd. in Southlake, the full-service office expands the association’s ability to serve landowners, rural homeowners, and agricultural producers throughout…
Read MoreTexas Land Commissioner Buckingham, VLB Celebrate Successful Collin County Veterans Expo in Allen
AUSTIN, Texas— Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is pleased to share the success of the Collin County Veterans Expo held this past weekend in Allen. The VLB was proud to host this event alongside representatives from the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC), and Credit Union of Texas (CUTX). “As Chairwoman…
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OUT OF DATE RECORDS TO BE DESTROYED The Upshur County Shared Service Arrangement (UCSSA) which is comprised of the Big Sandy, Gilmer, Gladewater, Harmony, New Diana, Union Grove, and Union Hill Independent School Districts, proposes to destroy all out-of-date Special Education records contained in the eligibility folders of students who were dismissed from the program…
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Independent Administration for the Estate of BRUCE E. SCROGGINS, Deceased, were issued on July 20, 2026, in Cause No. 26-230-CCPR-00080, pending in the County Court of Upshur County, Texas, to REBECCA ARMSTRONG, as Independent Administratrix. All persons having claims against this Estate which is…
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Independent Administration for the Estate of Dennis James Dow, Deceased, were issued on July 1, 2026, in Cause No. 25-230-CCPR-00058, pending in the County Court of Upshur County, Texas, to: Laura Elizabeth Bradshaw. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being…
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PUBLISHED NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that Letters of Independent Adminstration for the Estate of WINFORD CHILDRESS COULTER, JR, Deceased, was issued on the 20nd day of July, 2026 in Docket Number 26-230-CCPR-00040 in the County Court of Upshur County, Texas, to CATHERINE L. COULTER. The residence of the Independent Administrator is in…
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Independent Administration for the Estate of CLYDE LEE BROWN, Deceased, were issued on July 20, 2026, in Cause No. 25PR00321, pending in the County Court of Upshur County, Texas, to BRENDA WESTBROOK, as Independent Administratrix. All persons having claims against this Estate which is…
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NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS AGAINST THE ESTATE OF SHARON LOUISE ADAMS, DECEASED NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of RAYMOND LESTER ADAMS, Deceased, were issued to ASHLEY ADAMS MCFARLAND on July 7, 2026, in Cause No. 26-230-CCPR-00066 pending in the County Court at Law of Upshur County, Texas.…
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