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Senator Cesar J. Blanco’s office announced on Tuesday that the Texas Water Development Board approved an application from Presidio County for $4 million for planning, acquisition, design, and construction of water and wastewater system projects in Presidio County.

Robert and Bonnie McKee have generously donated their entire collection of Friedrich Ernst “Fred” Darge paintings to the Museum of the Big Bend.

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Under the direction of Dara Cavness, director of the Marathon Public Library, the library is launching its’ summer program lineup consisting of eight separate programs that offer learning opportunities for all ages.

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June Volunteers Needed, The Museum of the Big Bend is seeking volunteers to help in the new Marilyn Ann Caldwell welcome center in the museum’s gift shop. Help is needed Tues. – Sat. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Contact Rebekah Antrosio at 432-837-8145 or Rebekah.antrosio@ sulross.edu

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GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil: Why do rose leaves turn yellow and brown? Looking at the one or two leaves in your photo it appears that droplets of water or some other sprays have been on the leaves when the sun was shining brightly. That would account for the tiny brown “freckles.”