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TEXAS GOES BIG. FISHER COUNTY GOES BIGGER

TEXAS GOES BIG. FISHER COUNTY GOES BIGGER

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TEXAS GOES BIG. FISHER COUNTY GOES BIGGER

Jeff Hurt
Thursday, August 21, 2025
$2,500 Cash Prize. One sheep. One legend in the making.LARGEST PRIZE IN TEXAS.(Roby, Texas) The Fisher County Fair and Rodeo is back this weekend for its 81st year, bringing with it bigger prizes, expanded attractions, and the tradition of community spirit that has defined the event for generations.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
• Rotan City Council Meeting 7 am _ Canceled due to lack of Quorum• Roby City Council Meeting 12pmAugust 15th - 16th• It’s time once again for the gathering of what’s left of the ancient and aging contingent of the Yellowhammer classes of the 1950’s decade.
Reanna Santos ’22 ’25, a Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences former student, will serve as Miss Rodeo Texas 2025. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Reanna Santos ’22 ’25, a Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences former student, will serve as Miss Rodeo Texas 2025. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

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Howdy, Queen: Reanna Santos ’22 ’25 is MISS RODEO TEXAS 2025

Mamie Hertel
Thursday, August 14, 2025
- AGRILIFETODAY.TAMU.EDU/Just a month after earning her Master of Science from Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Rangeland, Wildlife and Fisheries Management, Reanna Santos ’22 ’25 traded her cap and gown for a crown.
Slipping through our fingers

Slipping through our fingers

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Slipping through our fingers

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
SUE JANE SULLIVANThe moment I wake up Before I put on my makeup, I say a little prayer for you….

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THE LAW, THE LEGEND, & THE LEGISLATURE

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Wild quotes, weird laws, and real Texas political historyWhich 1989 Texas Supreme Court ruling told lawmakers to rewrite school finance—Law, Legend, or Legislature?ANSWER IN NEXT WEEK’S AUGUST 22TH EDITION!

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THE POLITICAL GAME BOARD

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Why the walkout story keeps repeating—and who’s really playing whom.THE BOARD (rules that matter)•Quorum: Two-thirds must be present or nothing moves.•Special sessions: Governor can call repeating 30-day sessions.

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QUOTE OF THE WEEK

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
“The truth will set you free.But first it will piss you off.” ~ Gloria Steinem TRANSLATION: The truth can be upsetting, especially when it challenges what you thought you knew. But facing it is the only way forward.
Rotan ISD interim superintendent Dr. Burks board president Britt Sipe follow along as financial advisor Jake Lawrence the presents results of the school district’s bond sale.

Rotan ISD interim superintendent Dr. Burks board president Britt Sipe follow along as financial advisor Jake Lawrence the presents results of the school district’s bond sale.

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Rotan ISD Sells $6.4M in Bonds at Low Interest Rate

News Staff
Thursday, August 14, 2025
Rotan ISD trustees approved the sale of $6.4 million in bonds Aug. 5, securing favorable interest rates after strong investor demand pushed costs lower for the district. Trustees are expected to set the tax rate when the board meets for budget discussions next month.