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What’s the deal with fermented vegetables? Fermented vegetables are beneficial for gut health. They add good bacteria to your gut, and this good bacteria helps to strengthen your immune system and regulate your appetite. A strong immune system is of utmost importance, in my humble opinion.

Of all the issues advocated by the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, the need for high-speed, broadband internet is a relative newcomer, at least compared to topics like cattle theft and water rights.

The COVID-19 vaccination arrived in the Tri-County a month ago, and many of our residents have taken advantage of the vaccination. Many of our residents have received the second series with some discomfort that goes away after a few days, and others like me have had little or no side effects. I urge everyone to get the vaccine as soon as it’s available to you. It’s not mandatory, but hopefully the vaccine will slow this disease.

Ingredients: 4 cups vegetables of your choice, washed and peeled (if desired), and cut into roughly evenlysized pieces seasonings of your choice (see below) 4 cups chlorine-free water 2 tablespoons sea salt (I use pink Himalayan salt) Directions: Fill a clean, wide mouth jar with the chopped vegetables, leaving at least 1½ inches of headspace. Add any seasonings you like.