SHORTER WEEKS, STRONGER RECRUITS: Rural schools revamp schedules to attract Teachers

Rural school districts across the state are adopting shortened school weeks in an effort to recruit teachers, and although student outcome data is still being reviewed and considered, more districts are adopting flexible calendars that could be a draw for some educators.

Fire engulfs vacant home

On Saturday, shortly after reports of a 5.1 magnitude earthquake began to come in, a fire broke out in Rotan. The blaze occurred at the intersection of N Roby Avenue, Sally Avenue, and E 8th Street.

Fisher County Commissioners discuss budget impact and salary increases during Special Meeting

Last Thursday, the Fisher County Commissioners held a specialcalled meeting where officials addressed the financial challenges after significant reductions in the county’s property valuations, and after brief discussions about possible increases to employee salaries as budget discussions continue...

How Extreme Heat Affects Seniors: Tips to Stay Safe

Dear Savvy Senior, I work for a county health department and every summer we’re seeing more and more seniors get sick and even die from heat-related illiness. Can you write an awarness piece on the affects extreme heat has on older adults, and what they can do to guard against this summertime risk.

Old Glory News

Praise the Lord, we got a shower of rain, and it was so nice and needed. It has been getting so hot and we needed the cool front to come in and bring us a shower. We could sure use some more, it felt so good.Remember our musical on Sat. evening July 27, with concession stand to open at 5: P M.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

- Thursday• Fisher County Commissioner Court 9amJuly 27th- Saturday• The 4th. Saturday Night Musical: will be on July 27th. At the Old Glory TX. Community Center Concession Stand opens at 5:00 with the Music starting at 5:30 - For more info.

PUC outlines consumer protection rules

As the dog days of August approach and electric bills soar, the Public Utility Commission is reminding consumers of rules in place to protect them from having their power disconnected due to financial difficulties, especially during extreme heat.

But Who Made God?

The last few weeks we have been standing on the back porch with the Bible skeptic Michael, gazing at the stars.We have been working our way through the simple argument:1. Everything that begins to exist has a cause.2. The universe began to exist.3. Therefore, the universe had a cause.

Insect pressure remains intense, corn leafhopper reach expanding

Insect pressure has been “extraordinarily heavy” for Texas crops, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service pest management expert David Kerns, Ph.D., professor and associate department head for the Department of Entomology.

Faces & Places

“Let’s stop trying to be so productive all the time and make an effort to be more curious. Do you want to look back on a life of items crossed off lists drawn up in response to the demands of others?