The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Dawson County is conducting a “Backyard Homesteading Class” for residents interested in learning about raising chickens, caring for milk goats and growing their own produce.The free weekly classes begin every Monday from 6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m., Sept. 19 through Oct. 24 at the Lee Roy Colgan Building at 901 S. Houston Street.It is not required for people to pre-register for the six-week course.“We just like to know how many chairs and tables to have available, but it is not mandatory to register,” said Nicole Singleton, Family and Community Health Agent.The first four weeks ...