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The Wharton family hosted a Seed & Plant Swap on Thursday, Feb. 12 at the “Tiny but Mighty Homestead,” welcoming about a dozen adults and many children to trade plants, gardening tips, and camaraderie over a shared lunch. In addition to the free seed and plant swapping, visitors could buy Lyci’s Sweet Treats or Teta’s Homegrown Homemade Pickles & Jams. Bees were drawn to the honey and pickled vegetables, and children played or colored while their parents played icebreaker games and talked about plants and homesteading.

The Marlin Men’s Civic Association (MMCA) held their annual 10K Dinner & Dance Fundraiser on Saturday, Feb. 7 at the Falls County Youth Fair building, selling out of tickets and serving up a variety of tasty foods by Milton Albright Catering. Live music was provided by Bobby Dean & Timeless Country Band well into the evening, prompting some to hit the dance floor. Community leaders, candidates for local offices, and others gathered for a good time and to contribute to a good cause.

Marlin Independent School District is stepping into the future of workforce education with the launch of a new cybersecurity pathway that will give local students direct access to high-demand careers in technology.