INSTRUCTION

Sometimes it is hard to instruct others. This may help, “pleasant words promote instruction.” and “A wise man's heart guides his mouth, and his lips promote instruction.” Proverbs 16:21,23

America’s farmers and ranchers are the original stewards of the Earth. You understand the fragility of the land and work tirelessly to sustain and protect it to ensure its availability for generations to come. 

The 2012 United States Census of Agriculture counted 3.2 million American farmers, ranchers and foresters. That’s over 3 million responsible landowners and caretakers continuously looking for new and sustainable operating practices to help preserve our natural resources, while supporting an ever-growing population. 

The nationwide "If You See Something, Say Something" public awareness campaign was created to raise public awareness of indicators of terrorism and terrorism-related crime, and to emphasize the importance of reporting suspicious activity to the proper local law enforcement authorities.

Drought conditions greatly reduce the available forage for livestock. They also impact forage and rangeland production across the state. Short and long-term ramifications will continue to affect the management of livestock. Livestock have been sold or relocated out of state in record numbers; however, there are alternatives for the remaining population. 

Lamar Community College’s Beta Eta Gamma chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society welcomed 30 new members in an induction ceremony on March 26, 2018.  This is one of the largest classes of new members, as the Chapter celebrates its twentieth year at LCC.  

Jane Anne Lujan passed away April 16, 2018, at the age of 64. 

She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 40 years, Kelly; her children, Amber (John) Carpenter, and Amanda (Matthew) Cuneo, and her five grandchildren, Evan, Cole, Cameron, Knox, and Violet. She will also be forever remembered by her three sisters, two brothers, numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends.