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Gary Borders is a veteran award-winning Texas journalist. He published a number of community newspapers in Texas during a 30-year span, including in Longview, Fort Stockton, Nacogdoches and Cedar Park. Email: gborders@texaspress.com.

Gary Borders is a veteran award-winning Texas journalist. He published a number of community newspapers in Texas during a 30-year span, including in Longview, Fort Stockton, Nacogdoches and Cedar Park. Email: gborders@texaspress.com.

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Texans asked to conserve energy in heat wave

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
The agency that operates the power grid for much of the state asked Texans to conserve energy use several times last week as the grid was beset with high demand and low wind-power generation, according to the Austin American-Statesman.

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Texas summer drought affecting corn, sorghum crops

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
Heat and drought have taken a toll on Texas crop production. Limited production of corn and sorghum and the unknown future have caused prices for those crops to spike, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. Mark Welch, Ph.D.

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Stonewall Co. commissioners to consider cemetery expansion

Jeff Hurt I
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Although the court has been reluctant to expand the county-owned cemetery in the past, after residents petitioned the court on Monday to reconsider that decision to accommodate the purchase of a large family plot, the court agreed to place the item on the September agenda.

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Stonewall Hospital reviews budget and proposes tax increase

Jeff Hurt I
Thursday, August 31, 2023
The Stonewall Memorial Hospital District Board of Directors reviewed the district’s forthcoming fiscal budget last month and prepares for a public hearing to discuss questions or concerns from members of the public before increasing taxes to aid district improvements in 2024.
Fisher County Hospital CEO Leanne Martinez takes board members on a tour of the district’s new clinic and pharmacy as contractors work to complete the project in time for the grand opening something around October 1.

Fisher County Hospital CEO Leanne Martinez takes board members on a tour of the district’s new clinic and pharmacy as contractors work to complete the project in time for the grand opening something around October 1.

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Fisher County Clinic construction works on final touches

Jeff Hurt I
Thursday, August 31, 2023
The Fisher County Hospital Board of Directors met on Monday, where the board approved a construction revision to address the parking area at the district’s new clinic.
Fisher County Rodeo

Fisher County Rodeo

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Fisher County Rodeo has best ride yet

Jeff Hurt I
Thursday, August 31, 2023
The Fisher County Rodeo continues to grow, seeing a significant uptick in attendance and some of the most excitement the event has seen in years. With next year being a milestone 80th anniversary, the Fisher County Rodeo committee is working hard to have next year be one of the best one yet.
(back row l to r) Manuel Menchaca, Corbin James, Justin Shelley and Hunter Harris. (Front row l to r) Chesney Fronterhouse, Hayden Foster, Becca Kincheloe and Tylee Fillingim. Homecoming King and Queen will be announced during halftime at the football game. Rotan Yellowhammers will be facing off against Woodson Cowboys at 7:30pm on September 8th.

(back row l to r) Manuel Menchaca, Corbin James, Justin Shelley and Hunter Harris. (Front row l to r) Chesney Fronterhouse, Hayden Foster, Becca Kincheloe and Tylee Fillingim. Homecoming King and Queen will be announced during halftime at the football game. Rotan Yellowhammers will be facing off against Woodson Cowboys at 7:30pm on September 8th.

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Rotan 2023 Homecoming King & Queen Nominees

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
Rotan 2023 Homecoming King & Queen Nominees

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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Thursday, August 24, 2023
- Thursday • Fisher County Rodeo Muttin Bustin Prelims begin at 7 p.m. at the Rodeo Grounds. Remember it is $20 a ride! Call August 25th - 26th • Fisher County Fair and Rodeo! See page 12 for all the fun details!
STAAR scores show continued struggles in math, reading

STAAR scores show continued struggles in math, reading

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STAAR scores show continued struggles in math, reading

News Staff
Thursday, August 24, 2023
Texas public student scores in standardized testing continue to improve since the pandemic, but more than half of those taking the test still struggle with math and just under half read below grade-level, the Texas Tribune reported.