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SENATE PASSES TAX CUT PACKAGE

SENATE PASSES TAX CUT PACKAGE

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SENATE PASSES TAX CUT PACKAGE

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
The Texas Senate last week unanimously approved a $16.5 billion package to lower property taxes and inject billions of dollars into public schools. As reported by the Texas Tribune, the three separate bills require the state to send at least $5.

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Forage producers hoping for bumper yields

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
Texas forage producers are hoping improved moisture conditions across parts of the state could lead to a bumper crop this spring and summer, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. Vanessa Corriher-Olson, Ph.D.
Yellowhammer relay teams: Juan Garza, Coach Joe Thomasson, Kaeden Krebsbach, Jose Garza, Cristian Garcia, Jordan Daniel.

Yellowhammer relay teams: Juan Garza, Coach Joe Thomasson, Kaeden Krebsbach, Jose Garza, Cristian Garcia, Jordan Daniel.

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Yellowhammer relay teams sweep at Blackwell Meet

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
The Yellowhammers competed at the Hornet Relays in Blackwell last Friday.
Representatives from WRA Architects and Gallagher Construction discuss with Roby CISD Trustees remaining troubled areas as the district's construction project nears completion.

Representatives from WRA Architects and Gallagher Construction discuss with Roby CISD Trustees remaining troubled areas as the district's construction project nears completion.

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Roby trustees discuss ongoing construction challenges

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
Roby CISD Trustees met with architectural and construction contractors last week, hearing the most recent updates to the district’s plumbing issues as the multi-million dollar renovation and construction project nears an end.
Officials at Aspermont ISD are considering replacing these aging bleachers but high cost estimates have them exploring other areas where improvements could be made. ( PHOTO BY MARK MARTINEZ)

Officials at Aspermont ISD are considering replacing these aging bleachers but high cost estimates have them exploring other areas where improvements could be made. ( PHOTO BY MARK MARTINEZ)

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Aspermont ISD reconsiders gym upgrades

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
Aspermont ISD trustees were reluctant to approve upgrades to the school gymnasium after receiving higher-than-expected bids for replacing bleachers, leaving officials to explore alternatives for spending revenues previously earmarked for capital outlay.
Gerald (Rotan Class of '57) and Carolyn Murff along with long time friends, Kenny (Rotan Class of '56) and Becky (Rotan Class of '58) McKinney took along the DMC on their trip to Brazil and their adventure along the Amazon River. Going on a trip? Take the Double Mountain Chronicle. You can email it to publisher@dmchronicle.

Gerald (Rotan Class of '57) and Carolyn Murff along with long time friends, Kenny (Rotan Class of '56) and Becky (Rotan Class of '58) McKinney took along the DMC on their trip to Brazil and their adventure along the Amazon River. Going on a trip? Take the Double Mountain Chronicle. You can email it to publisher@dmchronicle.

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The Nomadic Newspaper takes a trip to the Amazon River

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
The Nomadic Newspaper takes a trip to the Amazon River

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Aspermont City Council talks trash

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
Aspermont City officials met with representatives from local waste management companies, as the city’s contract for waste disposal services expires in September, and officials prepare to accept bids in upcoming months.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
March 25th The Roby HS One Act Play students would like to invite you to their community performance of 'Little Women.' Please join us at 6:00 pm on Saturday, March 25th. Admittance is by donation and there will be concessions available to purchase. Hope to see you there!
Bill would require fentanyl education

Bill would require fentanyl education

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Bill would require fentanyl education

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
The death of a Leander High School graduate from a fentanyl overdose has prompted state Rep. Terry Wilson, R-Georgetown, to file a bill that would require 10 hours of education annually concerning the dangers of the drug to students in sixth grade and up, the Austin American- Statesman reported.

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Soil moisture key to cropping conditions around state

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Thursday, March 23, 2023
When it comes to soil moisture, Texas agriculture is divided into “haves” and “have-nots.” Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service agronomists Calvin Trostle, Ph.D., in Lubbock, and Ronnie Schnell, Ph.D.