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Roby CISD to discuss second wind agreement

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Thursday, September 29, 2022
The Roby CISD Board of Trustees met earlier this month, learning the Texas Comptroller accepted the recent application for a Chapter 313 agreement the board approved in May, and negotiations with the company will likely be moving fast to meet the deadline, as the bill sunsets this December.
The issues facing industrial hemp will be addressed at the Sept. 28 program and a tour of field trials will also take place. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Calvin Trostle)

The issues facing industrial hemp will be addressed at the Sept. 28 program and a tour of field trials will also take place. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Calvin Trostle)

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Industrial hemp field program set for Sept. 28 in Lubbock

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is offering an industrial hemp field plot meeting for West Texas industrial hemp growers on Sept. 28. The event will be from 3-4:30 p.m. at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center in Lubbock, 1102 East Drew St.
Anson and Dorthy May Martin to celebrate 75th Wedding Anniversary

Anson and Dorthy May Martin to celebrate 75th Wedding Anniversary

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Anson and Dorthy May Martin to celebrate 75th Wedding Anniversary

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
Anson & Dorthy May Martin will celebrate their 75th wedding anniversary on September 27, 2022. They met in Sweetwater, Texas, and married on September 27, 1947, in Rotan, Texas, after only knowing each other for three months. They raised five children – Karin, Linda, Carl, Richard & Michael.

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Stonewall Hospital grants salary increase at risk of loss

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
While newly hired Stonewall memorial Hospital District CEO Michael Moorhead officially — albeit quietly — began his first week of duties last week, he turned the presentation of the upcoming budget for 2022-23 over to former CEO Kyle Lee when the board met on Tuesday.
Rotan ISD Technology Director Randy Hodges gives trustees some hands-on instruction for the new computers the district issued district trustees on Monday, allowing board members to keep in contact with school officials even in remote locations.

Rotan ISD Technology Director Randy Hodges gives trustees some hands-on instruction for the new computers the district issued district trustees on Monday, allowing board members to keep in contact with school officials even in remote locations.

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Rotan ISD gets technology upgrade

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
Rotan ISD Trustees got a technology briefing earlier this week, hearing about not only the improvements across the district but were also educated on the board’s new devices and the district’s new App it launched along with a fresh website.
Aspermont City Secretary Tammy Gibson swore in newly appointed council members Blake Fryer and Cody Myers on Tuesday, filling vacancies left after councilmen Jackie Bingham and Lane Smith’s resignations this summer. Fryer will serve the remainder of a one-year term, and Myers will serve out the longer two-year term.

Aspermont City Secretary Tammy Gibson swore in newly appointed council members Blake Fryer and Cody Myers on Tuesday, filling vacancies left after councilmen Jackie Bingham and Lane Smith’s resignations this summer. Fryer will serve the remainder of a one-year term, and Myers will serve out the longer two-year term.

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Aspermont City fills two council vacancies

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
Aspermont City fills two council vacancies
Low stock tank levels around the state were a major concern for cattle producers around the state. While rainfall across Texas helped many areas, surface water availability remained an issue as drought conditions continued. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Courtney Sacco)

Low stock tank levels around the state were a major concern for cattle producers around the state. While rainfall across Texas helped many areas, surface water availability remained an issue as drought conditions continued. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Courtney Sacco)

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Rainfall across Texas brings relief, but drought remains

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
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How to Find Travel Companions for Older Travelers

How to Find Travel Companions for Older Travelers

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How to Find Travel Companions for Older Travelers

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
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