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WICHITA FALLS Midwestern State University recognized 977 honor students for the Spring 2025 semester. The President’s Honor Roll included 360 students; the Provost’s Honor Roll included 267 students, and the Dean’s Honor Roll included 350 students.

If you plan on using a state limited use or state restricted use pesticide, such as Grazon P+D, 2 4-D, Weedmaster, etc., and need a license, the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service of Austin County will be hosting two more Private Applicator Training classes during 2025 at the Austin County Extension Office, 800 E Wendt St, Bellville.

The program’s evening and online classes provide flexibility for working professionals The Blinn College District Paralegal and Legal Studies Program will host two July information sessions for students interested in playing an integral role in the justice system.

The Horticulture Committee of Austin County will host its Annual Pecan Show on Wednesday, Dec. 10, at the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office located at 800 E Wendt St, Bellville. There will be a short educational program followed by an awards presentation.

County Back-to-School Health Fair, backpack giveaway July 16 The Annual Countywide Back-to-School Health Fair and Backpack Giveaway will be held on Wednesday, July 16, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Bellville High School. For more details, contact Michelle Wright at 979-865 2072.

The Horticulture Committee of Austin County is a group of volunteers who serve Austin County in support of horticulture education for adults. Their mission is to provide educational programs and information and to promote the improvement of horticultural practices in Austin and surrounding counties.

Owensboro, Kentucky Kentucky Wesleyan College awarded bachelor’s degrees and associate of science degrees at the 157th Commencement on May 3, 2025, to the following students: Bachelor of Arts in Music Texas Sealy: Alex Tsynkevich, Summa Cum Laude, Business Administration Founded in 1858, Kentucky Wesleyan College is a private liberal arts college located in Owensboro, Ky. The College offers 29 majors and 13 pre-professional programs in a personalized, student-focused environment. Kentucky Wesleyan is a United Methodist-related institution and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.