Cattle

New World Screwworm count continues to rise

Cases of the New World Screwworm (NWS) continue to rise, specifically located in counties in western Texas.The latest case was reported on June 12 in Sutton County, which has Sonora as its county seat.All total there have been 12 identified cases of the NWS with eight found in cattle, two in goats,...

Cattle market still strong in Lavaca Co.

Livestock commissions across Texas are seeking plenty of activity and brisk sales thanks to a strong market that is expected to stay that way for a while.The U.S. cattle herds remain at one of the lowest points since the early 1950s and shows little sign of rebuilding in the near term, agricultural...

Thrilling adventures of an old cowboy

By Murray Montgomery  Staff WriterMany years ago, a man named J. Marvin Hunter took the time to put together numerous narrativesfrom men who had experienced life as a cowboy.

Texas cowboy shared his memories of life on the trail

By Murray Montgomery Staff Writer It seems that every time I start researching material for this column, I think maybe I was born 100 years too late. Then I rethink all that because I really don’t figure I’m tough enough to have lived back then.