New World Screwworm confi rmed approx. 115 miles from Menard;

By Collyn Wright Livestock producers, pet owners, and exotic ranchers across Texas are being urged to remain vigilant following the confirmation of multiple cases of New World Screwworm (NWS), a flesh-eating parasite that was previously eradicated from the United States more than 60 years ago. Cattle, sheep, goats, horses, deer, pets, wildlife, and, in rare cases, humans can be affected.

The first …