Knox County Aging Center Menus

Menus for week of June 12-16 Monday: Chicken salad wrap, potato salad, coleslaw, fresh fruit. Tuesday: Pork cubes, Spanish rice, Mexicali corn, tortilla, dessert. Wednesday: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, hot roll, frosted Angel food cake.

Knox notes

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Prevention of rare Brain-Eating Amoeba

WACO – As the temperature rises, many people are eager to hit the water and cool off. But before you dive in, remember to take safety precautions against a deadly but uncommon water amoeba.

PetTalk

BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION – The beginning of autumn brings pumpkins, falling leaves and baby snake season as snakes are born and hatched in late summer to early fall. The cooling weather also makes snakes more active, putting our curiously natured dogs and cats at higher risk of venomous bites.

Area News

STAMFORD—The Rolling Plains Chapter of the Texas Tech Alumni Association will host the Rolling Plains TTAA Centennial Reunion for alumni, supporters, and anyone who loves Texas Tech on Wednesday, June 28, at the Penick Hughes Building, located at 102 E. Hamilton St., on the square in Stamford.

Understanding weather emergencies

Weather emergencies can happen at any time of year and in any part of the world. Learning to recognize the most common weather hazards can help people confront adverse weather situations more capably. High temperatures High temperatures are experienced during the summer in many parts of the world.

USDA extends application deadline

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is extending the deadline for the Emergency Relief Program (ERP) Phase Two and Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program (PARP) to July 14, 2023, to give producers more time to apply for assistance. The original deadline was June 2.

Traveling Man

There are many memorable things to do and see when you travel to the Windy City. Great food to enjoy - deep dish pizza at Giordano’s or Lou Malnati’s, or one of several others.

Financial Focus

To help achieve your financial goals, you may need to invest in the financial markets throughout your life. However, at times your investment expectations may differ from actual returns, triggering a variety of emotions. So, what are reasonable expectations to have about your investments?