Live Oak Soil & Water Conservation District

06/10/2026

06/09/2026

TOWN HALL MEETING – NEW WORLD SCREWWORM UPDATE

McMullen County residents, ranchers, livestock owners, hunters, and pet owners are encouraged to attend an upcoming Town Hall Meeting regarding the recent detection of the New World Screwworm in South Texas.

The New World Screwworm is a flesh-eating parasite that can affect livestock, wildlife, pets, and in rare cases, humans. Recent confirmed cases in South Texas have increased concerns across the region, making awareness, prevention, and early detection more important than ever.

This meeting will provide the latest information from state and local officials regarding:
✅ What the New World Screwworm is
✅ How it impacts livestock, wildlife, and pets
✅ Signs and symptoms to watch for
✅ Current response efforts in Texas
✅ What residents and ranchers can do to help prevent its spread

We encourage everyone to attend, ask questions, and learn how we can work together to protect the agricultural resources, livestock, and communities of McMullen County.

📍 Location: 3079 TX 16. Tilden, Tx 78072
📅 Date: June 12th, 2026
⏰ Time: 15:00 (3:00 P.M.)

Together, we can stay informed, remain vigilant, and help safeguard our county.

McMullen County Emergency Management

Texas Strong. McMullen Ready. Serving, Preparing, Protecting.

06/08/2026

On June 7th, USDA announced two additional NWS cases in Texas- a calf in La Salle County with an umbilical lesion, and a dog in Andrews County.

*UPDATE* The NWS case in Andrews County has been reclassified by USDA to be the first case in New Mexico, not Texas: https://bit.ly/USDA-NWSNM

An additional infested zone has been established in La Salle and Webb County, and additional epidemiological investigations are occurring to learn more about the case in Andrews County. Those located in the infested zones should stay updated with current movement requirements. View the TAHC interactive NWS map here: https://bit.ly/NWS-ZoneMap

06/04/2026

AUSTIN, TX- On June 3, 2026, the Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC) received confirmation of a detection of New World screwworm (NWS) in Zavala County, Texas. A sample collected from a three-week-old calf with an umbilical lesion was identified and confirmed as NWS by the National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) in Ames, Iowa. There are currently no further confirmed detections in animals in Texas.

Read the full press release here: https://bit.ly/6-3-26NWS

06/02/2026

Come to the USO Building on June 5th! We'll have good food and five CEUs.

05/29/2026

On this day in 1939, the Texas Legislature established the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board, laying the foundation for a statewide commitment to protecting the natural resources that sustain our farms, ranches, communities, and future generations.

For 86 years, the TSSWCB has worked alongside Texas’ 216 Soil and Water Conservation Districts, landowners, producers, and conservation partners to advance voluntary, locally led conservation across the Lone Star State.

As we reflect on this milestone, we honor the visionaries who came before us and remain committed to stewarding Texas’ soil and water resources for generations to come.

05/22/2026

Join the Texas Wildlife Association, Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, & Texas Parks and Wildlife Department for the 20th South Texas Wildlife Conference taking place in Cotulla, Texas on Friday, August 28th, 2026. The year's event will focus on the intersection of wildlife and livestock management. Early registration pricing available through 7/31. $80 General Admission, $100 after 7/31, and $40 for students. Registration includes complimentary lunch along with access to a host of exhibitors. Online registration will close 8/14.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear from university researchers, agency personnel, and wildlife managers about the latest developments in South Texas wildlife management. Sign up today at https://www.ckwri.tamuk.edu/south-texas-wildlife-conference

05/21/2026

Join us at the DOVE WORKSHOP! A first-of-its kind, collaborative educational day focused on… you guessed it, DOVE HUNTING! Learn about all aspects of dove hunting from subject matter experts in the heart of South Texas.

TUESDAY, JUNE 2
GEORGE WEST
9 — 3:30 p.m.

We’ve got great speakers and topics lined up — you can view the agenda and more event details on our website at texasdovehunters.com/dove-workshop
This event is great for the general dove hunting public, outfitters, ranchers/farmers, students, or even someone looking to try out dove hunting for the first time. Questions? DM us or email [email protected]

Thank you to the participating companies and folks who made this DOVE WORKSHOP happen! Texas Parks and Wildlife | Katzfey Ranches | Live Oak County - Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service