Spring Into Action by Planting Native Wildflower Seeds in the Fall

AUSTIN — One of the many things Texas is known for is the abundance of beautiful wildflowers that line hills and highways every spring. What many wildflower admirers may not know is that fall is the ideal time to plant wildflower seeds in preparation for those spring blooms.

BRENT WHITEFIELD FOR ROBY CISD SCHOOL BOARD

Today, I am excited to announce my candidacy for the Roby CISD School Board. As a longtime resident, parent, and someone deeply rooted in our community, I believe this is a critical time to stand up for the values that shape our schools and impact the future of our children.

SUN-POWERED FUTURE

Company representatives with Engie Renewables spoke with Stonewall County Commissioners this week, marking the first official meeting with the court ahead of a solar farm project proposed to be constructed on the Swenson Ranch.

Rotan Rolls Out Wreck-ognition for First Dilapidated Structure

The Rotan City Council held its first substandard structure hearing last week, the next step in its effort to address dilapidated structures throughout the city. With the council’s unanimous vote, this will be the first structure abated once the 30-day notification period expires.

IRS TAX TANGLE

Stonewall Memorial Hospital District Board of Directors met on Monday, where district CEO Michael Moorhead briefed officials regarding recent communications with the IRS as well as addressing some rumors about the incident as SMHD and other taxing entities work to resolve the missed tax payments.

Preston Resigns Board Seat:

The Rotan ISD Board of Trustees accepted the resignation of fellow board member, Matt Preston, leaving his seat vacant until the results of the upcoming November Elections.

Clearfork Health Center to Host “Boo the Flu” Health Fair on October 25

Mark your calendars for Friday, October 25, when the Clearfork Health Center invites the community to a fun and informative health fair as part of its “Boo the Flu” campaign. Drop by the new health center lobby between 9 a.m.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

October 10th - Thursday• Rotan City Council meeting 7 am• Roby City Council meeting 12pmOctober 14th - Monday• COLUMBUS DAY• NO SCHOOL - ASPERMONT, ROTAN, & ROBYOctober 15th - Tuesday• Fisher CO. Commissioner Court 9 am• Stonewall CO. Commissioner Court 9 AMOctober 19th - Saturday• Hobbs Homecoming

Venders Wanted!! Big Ole Texas Christmas!!

Saturday, November 30, 2024 • Senior Citizens Center •10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.Call Becky at 940-989-3411 Or Stephenia at 940-256-0860$5.00 for each table. ◊ Christmas Parade starts at dark thirty. Let Stephenia know if you want to be in the parade.

A Sweet Legacy: Don McCormick’s 29-Year Journey of Peanut Brittle and Family Tradition

The Fisher County Historical Commission gathered on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, in Roby, Texas, for a meeting that was more than just the usual discussion of old and new business.