It’s time to go after that big mature spring gobbler. But do you know how to prepare the drumsticks? Luke shares his cooking method and more in this week’s column. (photo by Luke Clayton)

(L-R) Guide Chris Webb and Kenneth Shepherd show off some nice crappie landed from a backwoods creek last week. Spawning crappie have moved into the creeks above reservoirs and catching should remain good a few more weeks. (photo by Luke Clayton)

Women Rock, Inc. is proud to announce the 16th Annual Susan Hicks Memorial 5K, 10K and Fun Run, presented by Chubb’s Liquor, taking place April 25, 2026, at the Bonham Civic Center. This annual event honors the memory of Susan Hicks, whose courageous battle with breast cancer inspired the founding of Women Rock in October 2010. Each year, participants gather to celebrate survivors, support those currently fighting breast cancer, and remember the lives lost to this disease. Join us on April 25 and help make a difference in our community.

Saturday, May 2, benefiting New Life Cottage - Fannin Pregnancy Care Center. Deadline to register April 29

Luke’s good friends Randy Douglas (left) and Jeff Rice show off Jeff’s first spring gobbler. (photo by Luke Clayton)

Cotter Trout Dock (870-435-6525) said, “The trout bite has brought excitement to kids of every age this week — children, parents, grandparents, every angler on the White River."

Ector's Audrey Arie struck out seven and scattered six hits to get the win.

McKinney, Texas, will host the 2026 U90C International Girls Cup at McKinney Soccer Complex at Craig Ranch April 1-5.

Dodd City's Tyler Denney went 2-for-4 and scored twice.

"Increases in boating accidents by duck hunters as well as hazardous conditions last spring on many streams and rivers from flooding were contributors to the peaks in accidents and fatalities last year," according to Sgt. Sydney Grant, boating law administrator for the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.

“Paddling is one of the best ways to experience Texas waters, but it’s not something to take lightly,” said Col. Ron A. VanderRoest, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Law Enforcement Director. “The laws and required safety equipment are in place to protect you and everyone else on the water.”

Lionette Addi Philips picturing her put on the 18th green. (photo by Lockard Koval/BuzzPhotos.com)

Two Hornets accounted for all five of Dodd City's hits.
Eastyn Weissert went 3-for-4, with one RBI and scored twice. Gavin Shindler was 2-for-3, scored once and drove in two runs.

Lawrence Lee of Tolar reeled in two Legacy Class fish Tuesday, bringing his lifetime total to four, with three of those catches recorded during the 2026 collection season.

(L-R) Larry Weishuhn, Dodge City Marshal Allen Bailey and Luke at Luke’s Outdoor Ron-de-Voux this past weekend.

Hunters can expect to see an abundance of two and three-year-old gobblers for the 2026 spring turkey season.

Luke shot the biggest wild boar he has taken in years and transforming this one into tender BBQ challenged his culinary skills but the report is the meat made some of the best pulled pork Luke has ever prepared and he’s make a lot of BBQ in his time. (photo by Luke Clayton)

Cheyenne Beaty went 3-for-4, scored once and drove in three runs. Ainsley Greathouse was 2-for-4, scored twice and drove in four runs.

As runners across North Texas make their final preparations for the inaugural McKinney Historic Half Presented by BMW, the excitement building around race day reflects something bigger than miles and finish times. On Saturday, March 28, McKinney will welcome thousands of runners, families and spectators for a community celebration that blends the energy of a major race with the character of one of North Texas’ most vibrant cities. From the starting line to the final stretch, the event promises an experience designed to showcase McKinney’s unique identity while delivering the polished race atmosphere runners have come to expect from the team behind the BMW Dallas Marathon.

Ector's Kutter Watts went 3-for-3, scored once and drove in four runs. Audrey Arie limited Collinsville to only four hits to get the win and aided her own cause with three hits in four trips to the plate.