Local Lowdown

Michelle gives blood in both arms. We talk about all the July celebrations going on in the county. We brag about Murray, Michelle, Nicole, and Chuck winning newspaper awards. We still miss Henry Joe Jasek. And we beg Nicole to bring us a watermelon. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Cr...

Jimmy Appelt joins Murray this week. They review all our papers and talk about Henry Joe Jasek and his retirement. They also welcome the new managing editor for our papers, Jimmy Galvan. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

Did we ever tell you about all the awards we've won? Well, you're fixin' to find out. Oh yeah, and we do things! Where's Murray? Nobody really cares! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

Where's Murray? Nobody really cares! Today's edition features coverage of the New World Screw Worm in Texas. It's a bad beast that needs to be eraticated! Also Little League is in full swing, and after all the rain it's mighty hot. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

We ded​icate this podcast to our friend and colleague, Henry Joe Jasek! Also Michelle took her shoes off, and there was a fly on the mic. Also, buzzards were hanging around our window and eyeing Murray! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

Where's Murray? Nobody really cares! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

Jimmy Appelt joins Murray for this week's podcast. They talk about Memorial Day Ceremonies in all the local towns and the meaning of the day. Also, they talk about the high school baseball & softball teams in the playoffs. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

We are grateful for the rain. The kiddos are getting ready for the end of the school year. Good luck to those still in the play-offs. Thanks to Nicole for the beautiful photos. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

This week we talk about sports, graduations, and the clean up of Clayton Kelley, with 2 ee's. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

Michelle and Nicole speed through this one, but you will still enjoy it! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

Nicole is joining us, and Michelle made an off-color remark that Murray had to bleep. Clayton Kelley (with 2 EE's) got a "scoop" for next week. Jimmy Appelt is of India descent. Michelle finances coffee and food. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

This week, we are trying to find out where the noise came from last week - Michelle blames it on Nicole. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

The Luling Newsboy's Nicole Smith joins Michelle, while Murray does "something" fun like painting his house! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

It's all about Easter! Also, Murray misspoke: Warrior's Weekend is in Port O'Connor, Texas. not Port Lacava. Plenty of sports to talk about and we're missing Henry Joe Jasek. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

Murray gave Michelle the day off - what a nice guy! We love our newspaper family. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

Chuck passes out photos of himself - a real "mic drop" - Clayton actually found the hospital - Murray wants to be a Nomad  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

We actually did "Remember the Alamo" in Moulton. We hope our little typesetter gets to go home from the hospital. We look forward to seeing Henry Joe back at work! Plenty of sports and livestock shows to talk about. As well as, important stuff like getting our toes worked on. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, han...

Michelle set a trap for Henry Joe! What are you giving up for lint? Should we have a photo contest? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

In this one we talk about early voting and other neat stuff! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

Michelle had a wisdom tooth pulled - thank God she has more than enough wisdom to go around - just ask her! Thanks to Jimmy Appelt for being a great fill-in for Murray. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

One of our reporters has a nose for news .... and food! We talk about UIL realignment of districts in football. Has somebody gone gambling? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

Michelle and Nicole cover the stock shows. They don't realize that Murray is not there until the podcast is nearly over. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

Murray is under the weather and nobody cares. Congratulations to the Yoakum Bulldogs on winning State! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton

Nicole from the Luling Newsboy joins Murray & Michelle. We talk about Livestock Shows, Halletsville firemans' fish, shrimp, and oyster fry! Also, expressing our appreciation for police, firemen, and first responders. Longhorns and Aggies are mentioned. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - Ge...

We are back after being gone for three weeks!  Looking forward to 2026 and hope all I listeners have a wonderful year! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/local-lowdown--5670998/support . "Life is fragile, handle with care." - George Crofton