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White crepe myrtle shows full white blooms while being trained as a tree. This crepe myrtle is young - almost six years. Photo by Letitia Estep

White crepe myrtle shows full white blooms while being trained as a tree. This crepe myrtle is young - almost six years. Photo by Letitia Estep

Texas Crepe Myrtle is “Queen of the South”

Wed, 01/28/2026 - 5:38pm

Is it spelled “Crepe Myrtle” or “Crape Myrtle”? The flower is named after the blooms, which resemble crepe paper, and because of that, I have always spelled it as “crepe”. Historically, though, “crape” has been preferred, and either spelling is accepted.

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Power Grid Holds Up During Wintry Blast

Wed, 01/28/2026 - 5:38pm

The electricity grid that covers most of Texas was holding up as of Sunday during the latest winter storm, although localized power outages were reported in Deep East Texas and far West Texas.

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Photo by Momma Parrott

Momma Parrott’s Breakfast Quiche for Vegetarians

Wed, 01/28/2026 - 5:38pm

Our Kitchen Delights: Community Collections

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Photo by Alexandra Montoya

Falls Co. Food Spots: Lakeview Drive-Inn

Wed, 01/28/2026 - 5:38pm

Editor’s Note: I am eagerly starting the task of eating through all the local, non-fast-food eateries in Falls County, as part of my goal to get more familiar with the area. I’ve started compiling a list of places to visit, but please, feel free and encouraged to email me at publisher@marlindemocrat. com with restaurant suggestions, and your favorite menu items! I plan to rotate between Marlin, Rosebud, and other places in the county, highlighting one location per week until I’ve tried them all.