Easter has come and gone, days are steadily getting longer, and Texans are slowly beginning to get out more. It is safe to say that spring has sprung in East Texas.
A great tasting pepper you’ve probably never heard about, is the Chervena Chushka (Capsicum annuum). It is said to be one of the sweetest peppers ever. Traditionally, it has been used for roasting, but it’s just as awesome when eaten fresh.
A Texas Senate committee on Friday passed an elections bill that would tighten the state’s voting rules by limiting extended early voting hours, requiring proof of disability to qualify for mail-in voting and prohibiting drive-thru voting. Senate Bill 7, sponsored by Sen. Bryan Hughes, R-Mineola, is one of Gov. Gregg Abbott’s legislative priorities this session.
As the calendar flips to April, I have found myself reflecting back over the last year. It is hard to believe that a year ago, in mid-March, our daily lives came to a screeching halt at the hands of COVID-19. Festivals, gatherings, events, and even in-person school, was cancelled while the nation and the world sought to understand this new virus.
Should you soak your vegetable seeds before planting? This is an often asked question, and the answer is yes for two reasons. It will probably result in a faster and higher germination rate.