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Field of Greens

A thriving garden of fresh, healthy vegetables doesn’t take a lot of work. Create your own “Easy Garden” in 7 easy steps.   ho doesn’t enjoy a tasty dish of mustard and collard greens? And don’t forget about kale! Leafy green vegetables are actually some of the easiest and most productive crops that a gardener […]

Changing demographics, State Sen. Davis give hope to state Democrats

In early 2013, Jackson Williams, one of the architects the Democratic national campaign win in 2012, made the media rounds. His message was one that would stir discussion across the U.S. political spectrum. Williams was now intent on using the voter turnout machine that he had helped construct nationally, to help Democrats compete more closely […]

Norton commits to Texas A&M at Commerce

Shantel Norton, a senior and the captain of the Madison Lady Marlins volleyball squad, has verbally committed to play volleyball at Texas A&M at Commerce. Shantel is an explosive jumper and is gifted with a powerful arm. These attributes serve her well as the starting outside hitter for her squad. Norton’s volleyball journey began at […]

Time favors Rick Perry’s legacy

Since his announcement that he will not run for a fourth term as Texas’s governor, Rick Perry is ending one of the most storied governorships in Texas history.  Supporters will tout Perry’s accomplishments while dissenters will recount his controversial activities.  Nevertheless, the resilient governor will leave behind a political legacy.  The question remains: How will […]

Spotted on Cullen: Hey Watermelon Man!

There are certain people in the community who we all see, and don’t really know. Take for instance, the watermelon man up on Cullen next to Dr. Poindexter’s dental office. He’s been there a while. How long? Well, let me put it in perspective. When the watermelon man started doing business on Cullen, Richard Nixon […]