From a pool of 1,504 submissions, judges at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center meticulously selected the top 12 artworks, which will grace the walls of the center and adorn the 2025 Texas Fish Art Calendar.
The initiative was sparked by a grim discovery in 2017 when over 400 birds collided with a skyscraper in Galveston. Responding to this tragedy, the American National Insurance Company and Houston Audubon pioneered the first "Lights Out" campaign in Texas.
All severe weather hazards are possible, including large to very large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes, with some potentially strong tornadoes posing a significant risk.
Isolated thunderstorms are expected to bubble up along the dryline in the eastern Permian Basin and South Plains, potentially spreading eastward into the Big Country and northern Concho Valley by evening.
Texas does not require traps set for mountain lions to be checked. Concerns have been raised that some mountain lions are left to perish in traps, which many consider to be inhumane and potentially damaging to the reputation of trapping and hunting.
Despite the temporary relief provided by Saturday's rainfall, ongoing concerns persist regarding the region's water resources amidst the continuing drought conditions. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and conserve water wherever possible as the area navigates through this challenging weather pattern.
This April, the San Angelo State Park has scheduled events ranging from wildlife feeding and astronomy nights to interactive hikes that combine technology with nature exploration.
After initial forecasts predicted heavy rain across the Concho Valley, the weather outlook has taken a turn, with the bulk of precipitation now expected to drench the Heartland and Big Country regions.
Youth-only seasons in the fall will be expanded to include Friday for white-tailed deer, squirrels, and wild turkeys to provide greater hunting opportunities for youth.
![Robert "Bob" Isaacks was an avid hunter and owned a ranch in Val Verde County called The Pistol Ranch, named after his dog.](https://sanangelolive.com/sites/default/files/styles/t5/public/2023-11/hunter-isaacks.jpg?h=5cbc94eb&itok=Yb9SnVSp "Robert "Bob" Isaacks was an avid hunter and owned a ranch in Val Verde County called The Pistol Ranch, named after his dog.")