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REKLAW, Texas — The Reklaw Volunteer Fire Department in Cherokee County received a surplusmilitary truck through the Texas A&M Forest Service Department of Defense Firefighter PropertyProgram. The department also received a $20,000 grant through the Rural Volunteer Fire DepartmentAssistance Program to install a firefighting unit on the truck. The truck, a Stewart and Stevenson M1078, […]

As Texans make plans to observe Memorial Day, which marks the unofficial start to summer, Texas A&M Forest Service encourages residents to prepare for wildfires.

GOODRICH, Texas — The Holiday Lake Estates Volunteer Fire Department in Polk County used a$20,000 grant to equip a pickup with a firefighting apparatus that includes a water tank and foam unit.The grant was awarded through the Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program, which is administered by Texas A&M Forest Service. Chief Arthur West said […]

These 11 trees played a role in the early history of Texas, leaving us with a glimpse into the struggles of those before us.

The Salt Creek Rural Volunteer Fire Department in Young County has added anew truck to its fleet after receiving a $110,000 grant through the Rural Volunteer Fire DepartmentAssistance Program administered by Texas A&M Forest Service. The truck, a 2023 Freightliner, replaces a truck that was manufactured in 1987 and marks a milestonefor the department in […]

PAINT ROCK, Texas — The Lake O.H. Ivie Volunteer Fire Department in northern Concho Countyused a $220,000 grant from the Texas A&M Forest Service Rural Volunteer Fire Department AssistanceProgram to purchase a truck for wildland firefighting. The 2023 Freightliner is equipped with a 1,250gallon water tank as well as a foam system. The primary functions […]

Big dreams, open land, independence and freedom all drew settlers to Texas.

Throughout history, trees have been icons of past events that have shaped Texas. While some are gone, some of these trees still stand tall and give us a glimpse into the history of our state.

A third man has been sentenced in connection to a Liberty County timber theft investigation that began in 2019.

Colton Curles thrives on challenges. He loves the work he does as Texas A&M Forest Service Task Force Coordinator for the Central Branch, and he’s passionate about making a difference in his community.