November 2024

HISTORY OF TURKEYS IN TEXAS

Did you know that turkeys weren't always so plentiful in Texas? Unregulated hunting and habitat destruction decimated wild turkey populations in the 1800s. Numbers remained low into the mid-1900s, with only an estimated 100,000 birds in 1959. Not to worry, conservation-minded decisions to protect and promote important habitat increased the species' numbers, and by 1970, Texas had an estimated 575,000 birds.

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Family Resource Management Extends Beyond Finances

When we consider ways to manage our finances, certain words may come to mind — savings, income, debt, interest. However, there are several considerations besides money that can impact a household’s overall well-being. While financial literacy is paramount, families also should look for ways to manage their collective resources. These range from: time and energy, to personal belongings and the spaces in our homes, to relationships.

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