NOMADIC NEWSPAPER HEADS TO THE LAST FRONTIER heads to the Last Frontier

Buddy and Sherie Alldredge (Sweetwater) went to Yakutat, Alaska with their copy of the Double Mountain Chronicle in tow. A week of Continuing Education ( ….and some fishing) was enjoyed. Don't forget to grab a copy of the Double Mountain Chronicle on your adventure.

Fisher County Sheriff swears in new deputy

Fisher County Sheriff Randy Ford swore in his newest deputy last Friday, rounding out the department’s roster. Fisher County Deputy Erick Reynolds took his oath early on August 27.Reynolds spent 20 years in the USAF — much of which at Dyess — before retiring at Lackland AFB.

Community Calendar

September 9 th Rotan City Council meeting 7am at City Hall Roby City Council Meeting at 12 noon Rotan Bon Fire at dark Roby Bon Fire at dark September 10 th Rotan ISD Homecoming Roby CISD Homecoming • 2:45pm - Pep Rally • 5pm - Parade and visitation on the square.

Faces & Places

“There is no footprint too small to leave an imprint on this world.” ~Unknown I’ve been chasing a mystery in a small Texas town about a child whose name is known only by God. This could drive a “truth seeker” crazy.

Habitat quality, bird numbers bode well for dove season

Habitat conditions and bird numbers appear promising for Texas dove hunters who can use food and water sources to their advantage, said a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. John Tomecek, Ph.D.

Elections bill passes House along party lines

The Texas House approved an elections bill Friday along party lines with 21 Democrats declining to participate. The bill, slightly different from previously passed Senate legislation, now heads a conference committee that will negotiate a final version.

Old Glory News

Well folks here I am once more. Filling in for Anita. I know she appreciates all your prayers. It’s a bad thing to always be in pain. She’s tough but it can get so discouraging. I had a little trouble getting started on this tonight.

How to Handle Your Medicare Coverage if You Move

Dear Savvy Senior, My husband and I are moving to a different area of the country to be near our daughter. Will this affect our Medicare benefits? Will we need to adjust our coverage or re-enroll in a new plan?

Roby business celebrates grand opening

The City of Roby welcomed a new business to its town square this week, as Revived Roots Salon & Boutique celebrated its grand opening on Tuesday. It was a day that marked not only the beginning for owner Shali Alaniz but also the achievement of a goal more than 10 years in the making.