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The 501

The 501

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The 501

Hanaba Munn Welch
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Body Degrees of disappointmentThe most regretted college degree choice is journalism. I read that on Facebook.Sociology is second. Today’s journalism majors apparently find it hard to get their dream jobs. Alas.In my college days, I was in awe of all journalism majors.
Lemon meringue cake

Lemon meringue cake

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Lemon meringue cake a summer showpiece

News Staff
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Body TARTED UP Freshen up your summer menu with recipes featuring the tart, tangy taste of lemons. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTONothing says summer like the flavor and scent of fresh lemons. A thirst-quenching sip of tangy lemonade simply shouts summer.

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Men’s Health Month highlights colon cancer screening

News Staff
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Body Knox County Hospital District encourages men to begin the conversation with their local providerJune is Men’s Health Month, and Knox County Hospital District is reminding men that preventive care includes more than an annual checkup.
SAY CHEESE! Wherever you live, you can get great macaroniand- cheese results with just a few basic ingredients. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

SAY CHEESE! Wherever you live, you can get great macaroniand- cheese results with just a few basic ingredients. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

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Mac and cheese that really agrees

Angelina L
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Body CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COMWe often find super gooey, gourmet mac and cheese in restaurants and see recipes with a milelong list of ingredients. Of course they are decadent and oh-so-tasty.
SWEET OR SPICY Aguas frescas can be sweetened with agave syrup, honey or sugar—or spiced up with a little chili powder, or a fresh chile pepper. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

SWEET OR SPICY Aguas frescas can be sweetened with agave syrup, honey or sugar—or spiced up with a little chili powder, or a fresh chile pepper. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

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Peach agua fresca popular for summer

Angelina L
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Body As fresh fruits begin to fill the orchard trees and show up at farmer’s markets and local grocery stores, cease the moment. Let’s take full advantage of this wonderful time of the year and treat ourselves to refreshing, icy beverages.
NEWSPAPER SWAP The Navajo Times is the largest independent, Native American-owned weekly newspaper in the U.S., based in Window Rock, Arizona, capital of the Navajo Nation. Founded in 1959 as a tribal newsletter, today it counts a circulation of 24,900 with more than 150,000 weekly readers. Our Texas Spur staff dropped by the paper’s offices in October 2025. | TEXAS SPUR

NEWSPAPER SWAP The Navajo Times is the largest independent, Native American-owned weekly newspaper in the U.S., based in Window Rock, Arizona, capital of the Navajo Nation. Founded in 1959 as a tribal newsletter, today it counts a circulation of 24,900 with more than 150,000 weekly readers. Our Texas Spur staff dropped by the paper’s offices in October 2025. | TEXAS SPUR

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Books about the Mother Road

Text And Photos By Barbara Brannon And Kay
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Body If you haven’t figured it out by now, we’re all about the Route 66 reads.As in maps, magazines, road signs, bumper stickers and travel guides. But especially, in free moments when we aren’t behind the wheel, books.
OVER CHARCOAL OR GAS Whether you grill with charcoal or gas, this meal will grill up beautifully. The marinade is a teriyakistyle sauce and is also a tasty basting sauce for the broccoli. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

OVER CHARCOAL OR GAS Whether you grill with charcoal or gas, this meal will grill up beautifully. The marinade is a teriyakistyle sauce and is also a tasty basting sauce for the broccoli. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

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Asian grilled steak and broccoli a healthy and delicious combination

News Staff
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Body As you gear up for summer celebrations,and backyard barbeques, I have a great way to switch up your menu.Instead of burgers, chops or your everyday steak, try this combo of marinated sirloin and crunchy, grilled broccoli or broccolini.

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ASU announces spring 2026 dean’s list

News Staff
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Body SAN ANGELO— Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas, has announced students achieving its dean’s list designation for the 2026 spring semester.To be eligible for the ASU dean’s list, full-time undergraduate students must maintain a 3.

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Knox City students among spring 2026 ASU graduates

Staff Reports
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Body SAN ANGELO— Angelo State University conferred 901 undergraduate and graduate degrees on 891 graduates during the 2026 spring commencement exercises on May 15, 2026, at the Junell Center/Stephens Arena in San Angelo, Texas.See the full list of graduates at angelo.
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