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First female First American coffee roaster

As one of the few professional female coffee roasters in the world, Andi AnquoeParnacher has the distinction of being acknowledged by the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) as the first female First American coffee roaster. Parnacher received this recognition after being selected as one of the few recipients of Coffee Project New York’s scholarship program.

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Hagerman continues June activities

The following is the Friends of Hagerman NWR Press Release. For more information about these events, please email: friendsofhagerman@gmail.com . All events are sponsored by the Friends of Hagerman and occur at the Hagerman National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center: 6465 Refuge Road, Sherman, TX 75092, unless stated otherwise.

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Moments with the minister: The Best of Men …

I’ve been teaching through the life of King David the last serval weeks and have been overwhelmed at the integrity and faith of this man who bears the lofty title, “a man after God’s own heart.” As a young shepherd David was identified as the future king of Israel by the prophet Samuel. Even before being anointed king he proved himself a suitable leader slaying the Philistine giant Goliath and serving more than capably in the army of his predecessor King Saul. His military success and natural charisma brought him a national notoriety that even exceeded Saul’s. In fact, there was a chant heard throughout Israel celebrating David’s greatness – “Saul has slain his thousands, David his tens of thousands.” David was on the fast track to stardom. David was the best of men!

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Gardener's mailbag: Why has my Wonderful pomegranate not produced fruit in 47 years?

Dear Neil: I planted a ‘Wonderful’ pomegranate 47 years ago. I’m glad I wasn’t counting on it for fruit, because in those 47 years I’ve had no fruit at all. Not one. Some years I’ve had nice flowers, but last year, I didn’t even have flowers. It’s beside a garden. I wonder if it’s getting too much water.

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Summer flowers

Many flower gardens look great in spring and early summer but begin to look a little frazzled, just like the gardener, when the summer sun beats down and temperatures reach the 90s or more. By planting flowers now that will bloom in mid to late summer and thrive in the summer heat, you can keep your flower garden looking fresh and full of vitality all summer long.

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Skipping into June

By Becky Emerson Carlberg Special to the Herald Democrat Days on end the water bucket, hose and I have been great friends. I kept telling… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

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