Author: Harvey Stuessel

How a chance meeting helped Texas become the nation’s top beekeeping state

How A Chance Meeting Helped Texas Become the Nation’s Top Beekeeping State

Jun 3, 2024 |

Molly Keck, an entomologist at Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, shares invaluable insights with aspiring beekeepers in San Antonio, addressing challenges from pollen-patty-eating beetles to the effect of overcast weather on bee behavior. Their enthusiasm reflects a statewide surge in beekeeping sparked by a 2012 Texas law granting property tax cuts to landowners who keep bees, underscoring the vital role these tiny pollinators play in agricultural ecosystems and the innovative solutions emerging in the beekeeping community. Despite facing hurdles like disease management and habitat loss, the beekeeping boom offers hope, bolstered by dedicated professionals like Gary Barber, whose tireless efforts to maintain hives across the state are supported by the transformative policy change.

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Blinn Invites The Community To Welcome National Champion Baseball Team Back To Campus

Blinn Invites The Community To Welcome National Champion Baseball Team Back To Campus

Jun 2, 2024 | ,

Join the Blinn College District in celebrating the triumphant return of the 2024 national champion Blinn College baseball team to the Brenham Campus on Monday, June 3rd. Fresh off their historic victory at the Junior College World Series in Grand Junction, Colorado, the Buccaneers will be welcomed back at Leroy Dreyer Field at 5 p.m., where fans are encouraged to sport their blue and white attire in support. Under the guidance of Head Coach Dusty Hart, the team’s first-ever national title marks a monumental achievement in Buccaneer baseball history, solidifying their legacy with a remarkable 93-32 record over two seasons.

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No. 8 Blinn Defeats Northwest Florida State To Win First NJCAA Division I Baseball Championship

No. 8 Blinn Defeats Northwest Florida State To Win First NJCAA Division I Baseball Championship

Jun 2, 2024 | ,

Blinn College’s baseball team clinched its first NJCAA Division I Baseball championship with a resounding 12-5 victory over Northwest Florida State, sealing a remarkable season of perseverance and determination. Led by pitcher Lucas Davenport’s outstanding performance, the Buccaneers overcame early challenges to dominate the field, with standout players like Tanner Reaves and Cade Climie leaving an indelible mark on the tournament’s record books. Head coach Dusty Hart praised his team’s resilience and character, marking a historic milestone in Blinn College’s storied athletic legacy.

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First Texas National Guard Troops Move Into New Eagle Pass Base

First Texas National Guard Troops Move Into New Eagle Pass Base

Jun 1, 2024 |

Texas Governor Greg Abbott welcomed the inauguration of a new 80-acre base for Texas National Guard troops as part of an $11 billion border initiative, aiming to improve living conditions for soldiers patrolling the border. The base, equipped with amenities like chef-served meals and individual dorm rooms, is anticipated to save the state millions in lodging costs while enhancing troop readiness. However, critics argue that the investment neglects nearby communities lacking basic infrastructure, sparking debates over the allocation of resources amid ongoing border security efforts.

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Dudley Pitches High-Powered Buccaneers Past No. 2 Georgia Highlands, Into JUCO World Series Championship

Dudley Pitches High-Powered Buccaneers Past No. 2 Georgia Highlands, Into JUCO World Series Championship

Jun 1, 2024 | ,

In a remarkable display of resilience, Bryson Dudley delivered a stellar performance on the mound for Blinn College baseball, propelling them to a 15-10 victory over Georgia Highlands College in the JUCO World Series semifinal. Despite a challenging start earlier in the tournament, Dudley’s dominant relief pitching, combined with a formidable offensive effort led by Tanner Reaves and Cade Climie, secured Blinn’s first-ever appearance in the NJCAA Division I Baseball championship game, setting the stage for a showdown against Northwest Florida State College.

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