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....