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Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor

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Letters to the Editor

News Staff
Thursday, January 22, 2026
To the Editor: At a time when trust in media is declining and local newspapers are struggling to survive; we want to thank you for providing the kind of good and accurate journalism that is so essential to our democracy.
Rural Roads Are the Backbone of Rural Texas — and They Deserve Austin’s Attention

Rural Roads Are the Backbone of Rural Texas — and They Deserve Austin’s Attention

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Rural Roads Are the Backbone of Rural Texas — and They Deserve Austin’s Attention

Suzanne Bellsnyder
Thursday, January 22, 2026
If you live in rural Texas, it will come as no surprise that county roads across the state are failing. You feel it every time you dodge a pothole, ease past slow-moving farm equipment, or watch a school bus crawl down a road that hasn’t seen real maintenance in years.
FORTY YEARS OF NON-SMOKING

FORTY YEARS OF NON-SMOKING

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FORTY YEARS OF NON-SMOKING

Tumbleweed Smith
Thursday, January 22, 2026
In 1986 to celebrate the Texas Sesquicenten-nial, I did a report from each of the 254 counties in Texas. I also celebrated in another way. I quit smoking in January of 1986. I had tried quitting before, but it took attending a SMOKE ENDERS course at the local hospital.
DEMOCRATS TALARICO, CROCKETT SET FIRST DEBATE

DEMOCRATS TALARICO, CROCKETT SET FIRST DEBATE

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DEMOCRATS TALARICO, CROCKETT SET FIRST DEBATE

Gary Borders, Texas Press Association
Thursday, January 15, 2026
The first debate in the state’s Democratic primary for U.S. Senate is set for Jan. 24 in Georgetown, The Dallas Morning News reported. U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Dallas and state Rep. James Talarico of Round Rock are vying for the nomination.The seat is now held by U.S. Sen.
What’s one question YOU would like a candidate to answer before election day? Would you rather read the answers from the candidates or see a video interview?

What’s one question YOU would like a candidate to answer before election day? Would you rather read the answers from the candidates or see a video interview?

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What’s one question YOU would like a candidate to answer before election day? Would you rather read the answers from the candidates or see a video interview?

News Staff
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Email your response to publisher@dmchronicle.com We’ll publish selected submissions in the paper and online (with your name, unless you ask to stay anonymous). Keep it respectful, keep it honest, and don’t worry about writing it “perfect.” We’re looking for substance. Let’s start the conversation:
Rural Texas and the Coming AI Land Rush

Rural Texas and the Coming AI Land Rush

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Rural Texas and the Coming AI Land Rush

Suzanne Bellsnyder
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Out across rural Texas, new development rarely arrives with a parade.It shows up quietly at first. A transmission survey stake in a neighbor’s pasture. A landman knocking on doors. A closed-door meeting at city hall about “economic development opportunities.
The Front Yard as It Used to Be

The Front Yard as It Used to Be

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The Front Yard as It Used to Be

News Staff
Thursday, January 15, 2026
TUMBLEWEED SMITHIn the early 1970s, seniors at Big Spring High School had end of school annual signing parties in our front yard. It was shady, had decorative boulders and lush green grass that was like carpet. The lawn was the pride of the neighborhood. It is not like that today.
2 Cents Worth

2 Cents Worth

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2 Cents Worth

Carol Greenway-holland
Thursday, January 15, 2026
Thanks to Patricia that helps put out the Double Mountain Chronicle every week, you are going to get my column. I didn’t hit the right button somewhere, so she helped me out!!!!!I can’t believe it’s January and having this kind of weather. Joe got out and tilled his garden one day.