A friend and I recently took Amtrak from Mineola to Dallas and back.
Although riding the train was enjoyable, waiting for it was not. more

Heavy rains and high winds pass through as spring continues its journey into our hearts and gardens. The faithful redbud trees continue with a show of delicate blooms and the dogwood, Quitman’s … more

We call them by many names – daffodils, jonquils, sweeties, campernelles, paperwhites – but they’re all narcissus. To me they’ll always be daffodils, as I grew up hearing lines from William … more

There will be no free Federal Income Tax assistance at the Quitman Public Library this tax season, however, printed Forms 1040, 1040 A, and 1040 EZ are available here. Call the AARP Tax Aide office … more

Greetings to all! Have you recovered from the time change? I have not. Coupled with spring break, I almost missed my deadline for this article! Now that school is back in session, our regularly … more

It should come as no surprise to anyone that there is no drought in our corner of the world.
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While we claim no credit for being able to influence Mother Nature, there is a bit of history when it comes to job changes. more

Do you know that feeling when you open the door first thing in the morning and you take a deep breath of fresh air? I was rewarded with a breath of spring! Finally, after what has seemed like a long … more

Here it is … March already! Spring is supposed to be just around the corner. Have you gotten your gardens planted? Do you need inspiration? Check out some of our books about gardening. more

March is just around the corner. I wonder if you agree with me, it has been a long winter. I am ready to welcome spring with open arms. more

Planting clumps of bright, successively blooming flowers is a popular method for attracting foraging pollinators like bees and butterflies. Also knowledgeable vegetable and fruit growers know … more