Texas Forest Country Partnership

06/05/2026

Emerald ash borer has been detected in three additional Texas counties: Young, Montague and Clay.

The invasive insect was confirmed after adult beetles were captured in Texas A&M Forest Service monitoring traps. These detections help us track the spread of emerald ash borer and better understand where it is present across the state.

Emerald ash borer attacks and kills ash trees. Signs of infestation may include canopy thinning, increased woodpecker activity, bark splitting and D-shaped exit holes.

One of the best ways to help slow the spread of invasive insects is to buy and burn firewood locally and avoid moving untreated wood long distances.

06/04/2026

Put your East Texas heritage event in front of travelers.

Texas Time Travel helps visitors explore the real stories, historic places, museums, downtowns, and cultural events that make Texas unique.

Submit your event here:
https://bit.ly/4tYKYeM

Be sure to select Forest Trail Region.

06/04/2026

At least 248 data centers are planned to be built in Texas. Of those, nearly half will be built in unincorporated areas, where county officials are limited in their ability to regulate development, according to a Texas Tribune analysis.

06/04/2026

Middle, high school and college-aged attendees of WildLife 2026 are in for a treat. Capital Farm Credit, our platinum sponsor, is hosting "It's Your Money," a financial management education course created by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service. The course is designed to instill positive practices when it comes to young adults and their financial skills. It's all part of our annual convention on Saturday, July 11 at 10:30 a.m.

Texas Wildlife Association - Conservation Legacy | Texas Youth Hunting Program -TYHP | Texas Big Game Awards | TWA - Women of the Land

06/04/2026

TWDB’s Water Weekly: After no change in total drought area last week, the latest map for conditions as of May 26 shows a return to the pattern of weekly drought contraction. Since last week, widespread areas of East and South Texas experienced one category of improvement. In the Panhandle, there was a mix of improvement and degradation. https://bit.ly/TexasWaterWeekly

06/04/2026

First confirmed U.S. case of New World Screwworm found today in a calf in Zavala County, about 100 miles southwest of San Antonio.

We are working with the Texas Animal Health Commission, U.S. Department of Agriculture and partners statewide to respond.

Early detection is critical and it is important to report suspected infestation in live animals

Get details on this case, how to report potential infestations, and what to watch for at screwworm.gov

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Hoy se confirmó el primer caso en los Estados Unidos del gusano barrenador del Nuevo Mundo, hallado en un becerro en el condado de Zavala, a unas 100 millas al suroeste de San Antonio.

Estamos trabajando en colaboración con la Comisión de Salud Animal de Texas, el USDA y socios en todo el estado para dar respuesta a la situación.

La detección temprana es fundamental, y es importante reportar cualquier sospecha de infestación en animales vivos.

Obtenga detalles sobre este caso, cómo reportar posibles infestaciones y qué señales buscar en screwworm.gov

06/04/2026

Every grant proposal starts with a need. But how you describe that need can make all the difference.

In the next session of the Rural Grants Workbench, Articulating Your Need, Johna and Amanda will share tips for describing your community's needs in ways that motivate funders to act. They'll also discuss common pitfalls that can make a need seem too vague, too narrow, or too "needy."

If you're looking to strengthen your grant proposals and make a more compelling case for support, you won't want to miss this session.

📅 Wednesday, June 10
🕧 12:30 PM ET
🔗 Register: ruraltogether.circle.so/c/webinars/rural-grants-workbench-articulating-your-need

06/04/2026

06/04/2026

🇺🇸 Show off your patriotic spirit and enter our Freedom Over Crockett Red, White and Blue Dessert Contest!

Create your dessert for Independence Day and bring it in to the Moosehead Cafe on the Fourth between 10 and 11 AM.

Winners will be announced at the Civic Center field during the festivities that evening!

Get creative, have fun, and help make Crockett shine Red, White, and Blue this Fourth of July! 🎆