A pril was a busy month for tornadoes across the United States with 373 recorded, bringing the total for the year to 549, the Austin American-Statesman reported. That is nearly double the average at this point in the year, the National Weather Service says.

Carter BloodCare’s mobile unit will be stopping in and around Bosque County in May and June to collect blood donations. The mobile unit will be set up for the Lake Whitney community drive on Tuesday, May 28, from 8 a.m.

The Bosque County-Area Go Texan Committee raised $58,578 at its recent Extravaganza on Saturday night, April 13. “[This was] the best year to date,” the committee said in a statement.

The Bosque County Historical Commission is seeking persons living in Bosque County who have an interest in local history and in preserving local history to serve on the BCHC’s board of directors. The Bosque County Historical Commission is the official organization for carrying out the State of Texas’preservation program at the local level.

May begins the patriotic flag season for the Robert E. Binford VFW Post 8553 in Clifton withArmed Forces Day on Saturday, May 18, and Memorial Day on Monday, May 27.

The Bosque Museum’s 7th Sporting Clays Tournament this past Saturday, April 27, was a hit, raising the most operating funds for the museum ever! The event, held at 3R Farms Sporting Clays, just north of Clifton, was able to proceed despite the heavy rain the day before and threatening skies during the event. While the rain held off, the wind proved to be a worth adversary for the competitors.

The directors of the Childress Creek Water Supply Corporation have created a scholarship fund for those students living in and being a part of the Childress Creek Water Supply Corporation. The scholarship fund has been named the Calvin Rueter and Dr.

With a few adaptations, you can reap the benefits of gardening with less arthritis joint pain. Gardening can be a healthy hobby, especially when living with arthritis – providing both physical and mental health benefits.

Spring is the peak time for bird migration through Texas, and the bright lights of cities and towns can confuse birds as they fly to their northern breeding grounds. Texans are encouraged to help our winged friends on their journey by turning “Lights Out” at night across the state from March 1- June 15, with peak migration occurring April 22 through May 12.