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Judge Ronnie Moorehead speaks with Attorney James Payne during the October 13 commissioners court meeting where officials unanimously voted in favor of appointing Payne to fill the vacant Stonewall County Attorney's office.

Judge Ronnie Moorehead speaks with Attorney James Payne during the October 13 commissioners court meeting where officials unanimously voted in favor of appointing Payne to fill the vacant Stonewall County Attorney's office.

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Stonewall County Appoint James Payne as County Attorney

Jeff Hurt
Thursday, October 15, 2026
Stonewall County commissioners appointed James Payne as county attorney Tuesday during its October...
Region 14 Education Service Center representative Pam Toker explained Rotan ISD’s C rating and the necessary steps it must take during its two-year comprehensive support and improvement process.

Region 14 Education Service Center representative Pam Toker explained Rotan ISD’s C rating and the necessary steps it must take during its two-year comprehensive support and improvement process.

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Inside the

Jeff Hurt
Thursday, October 15, 2026
A closer look at Rotan ISD's academic performance, the progress already underway and the district's...
Strawberry jelly, seasoning, barbecue sauce, soap and coffee are part of Smith Land and Cattle Co.'s product mix. The business has expanded beyond beef and pork at its Sylvester storefront. PHOTO BY TRICIA HURT

Strawberry jelly, seasoning, barbecue sauce, soap and coffee are part of Smith Land and Cattle Co.'s product mix. The business has expanded beyond beef and pork at its Sylvester storefront. PHOTO BY TRICIA HURT

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The Beef Sold Out.

Thursday, October 15, 2026

Inside Smith Land and Cattle Co.'s storefront in Sylvester, customers can browse freezers stocked with locally raised beef and pork, pick up homemade baked goods or enjoy a cup of coffee and a muffin with neighbors.

News 

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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SATURDAY OCT 17 "Saturday at the Farm Store": 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 371 FM 57 S in Sylvester. Farm store open day with ranch-raised goods, pantry favorites,…

CASTING YOUR BALLOT

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FISHER COUNTY EARLY VOTING Fisher County voters may cast early ballots at the Fisher County Clerk's Office, 109 N. Angelo St.

Drought conditions cut Texas pumpkin yields

Karn Dhingra ■ Agrilifetoday.tamu.edu
Texas pumpkin growers are finishing an early harvest after extreme drought cut yields in the state’s primary production area by an estimated 30%-40%, according…
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Sports 

ATHLETIC CALENDAR

ATHLETIC CALENDAR

ATHLETIC CALENDAR

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SPONSORED BY (940) 989-3505 136 W 7TH St. ASPERMONT, TX Friday 10/16 Aspermont Football vs.

Lady Hornets defeat Rotan to begin round 2 of district play

Lady Hornets defeat Rotan to begin round 2 of district play

Lady Hornets defeat Rotan to begin round 2 of district play

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Lady Hornets defeat Rotan to begin round 2 of district play

Roby Lion Cross Country take home District 15 Championships

Roby Lion Cross Country take home District 15 Championships

Roby Lion Cross Country take home District 15 Championships

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Roby Lion Cross Country take home District 15 Championships
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Obituaries 

Juanita Louise Valentine Richardson

Juanita Louise Valentine Richardson

Juanita Louise Valentine Richardson

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October 5, 1944 ~ September 17, 2026 Juanita was born on December 24, 1933, as the oldest child of A.D. and Thelma Lesterjette Valentine in Kaufman County,…

Kenneth Nelson Martin

Kenneth Nelson Martin

Kenneth Nelson Martin

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October 5, 1944 ~ September 17, 2026 Kenneth Nelson Martin, a lifelong resident of Fisher County and a man deeply rooted in faith, family, and service, passed…

Peggy Lee (Beecroft) McGinnis

Peggy Lee (Beecroft) McGinnis

Peggy Lee (Beecroft) McGinnis

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Peggy McGinnis was born on March 19, 1950, in Douglas, Arizona, to Joe Beecroft and Jannice Farnsworth Beecroft. She was the youngest of five sisters who lived…
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