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The American Bullfrog a common food source

The American bullfrog (Lithobates catesbeianus ) , often simply known as the bull- frog in Canada and the United States, is a large true frog native to eastern North America. It typically inhabits large permanent water bodies such as swamps, ponds, and lakes.

Alligator Gar might be a delicacy to some; it’s still trash fish to me

By Murray Montgomery
 - Staff WriterWhile browsing through the June 2024 issue of Texas Highways magazine, I came across an article that nearly had me laughing out loud.

Remembering the Wolfman

By Murray Montgomery - Staff WriterIn my junior and senior years (1960-61), I was attending high school in the little town of Angleton, Texas.

Are Horned Frogs still around?

By Murray MontgomeryStaff WriterMany years ago, when I was only a little fellow, it wasn’t unusual at all to come across a “Horny Toad” in Daddy’s garden. We lived on the Burnet Road back then; it was way out in the country a few miles from Austin.

The History of National Nurses Week

National Nurses Week, celebrated annually May 6 through 12, was designated to recognize the contributions nurses make to communities. May 6 is National Nurses Day, and May 12 is the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.

The Importance of Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month provides education about the reality of living with a mental health condition— while it can make life more difficult, it doesn’t have to stop someone from having a fulfilling life.When is Mental Health Awareness Month?May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

Wild Times in old McDade

By Murray MontgomeryStaff WriterMuch has been written over the years about the days of the outlaws in Texas and the citizens who opposed them during those wild times of the 1860s and 1870s.

Teachers deserve respect and support

By Murray Montgomery
- Staff WriterIn my opinion, the teaching profession has got to be one of the most meaningful jobs there is.I know in my life, schoolteachers made impressions on me that I carry to this day.

The Battle of San Jacinto

By Murray Montgomery - Staff WriterSunday, April 21, will mark the 188th anniversary of the Battle of San Jacinto - because of the eventual consequences of this victory, the battle is considered one of the most important in world history.

Plans for a five-story hotel in Yoakum

By Murray Montgomery
Staff Writermurray.montgomery@lavacacountytoday.comIt is a fascinating thing to look back into history and see the dreams of those folks who came before us – this story is about one of those dreams.