GARDENING FAKE TURF
Try an artificial alternative to mowing
Dean Fosdick Associated Press
      Homeowners who threaten to pave over their lawns to escape time-consuming mowing and weeding chores aren't just joking anymore. Families are increasingly replacing or reducing the size of their thirsty, turf-covered yards by "hardscaping" or substituting a variety of non-plant materials.
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Apple of Her Eye
      Melinda Smith of Bullard recently picked an apple from a tree in her yard that measured 13-inches around.
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Tip of the Week
Maple makes good tree for area
      I have been told that there is not a perfect tree, but if you have a space that requires a small to medium tree, a Shantung Maple (Acer truncatum) seems to be as near perfect as they get. It is native to northern China and will reach a mature height of 25 to 30 feet tall and 20 feet wide.
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Achievers
      COLLEGE STATION - Diplomas were awarded to 5,417 Texas A&M University graduates during spring commencement ceremonies.
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Sara Michelle Hood weds James Youmans
      Sara Michelle Hood of Bullard and James Louis Youmans of Temple were married on Jun 6, 2007, at Ashton Gardens in Houston. Officiant was the Rev. Ron Ramey of Houston. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robin Hood of Bullard.
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Jessica Inman to wed Matthew John Martin
      James and Caressa Inman, of Chriesman, are pleased to announce the engagement and approaching marriage Jessica Cade Inman of Chriesman to Matthew John Martin of Bullard. Matthew is the son of Rob and Karen Martin of Bullard. Jessica is the granddaughter of the late J.B. and Lois Inman and Joyce ...
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Amy McMillen to marry Brian Jay
      George and Judy McKinney, of Blackjack, are pleased to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Amy Elizabeth McMillen, to Brian Lee Jay. Amy, of Blackjack, is also the daughter of the late Duncan McMillen.
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TJC offers 'Adult Student Workshop'
      Information about starting college for the first time or returning after a long absence will be provided by Tyler Junior College Support Services during a free Adult Student Workshop. The workshop will be held from 8:30 a.m.
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