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Local resident Kit Page addresses the Fisher County Commissioners Court during the February meeting, raising concerns about the proposed data center and renewable energy developments near his ranch south of Sylvester. Photo By JEFF HURT

Local resident Kit Page addresses the Fisher County Commissioners Court during the February meeting, raising concerns about the proposed data center and renewable energy developments near his ranch south of Sylvester. Photo By JEFF HURT

Fisher County Resident Raises Concerns Over Data Center, Solar and Wind Growth

News Staff
Thursday, February 19, 2026
A Fisher County resident provided public comment during the February Commissioners Court meeting, voicing concerns about the expansion of renewable energy projects and a proposed data center near FM 540, citing impacts to land, traffic, and quality of life.

Faces & Places

News Staff
Thursday, February 12, 2026
“A gun safety instructor once told me that if you pull the trigger you’re going to create a hole somewhere. So, in the choices that we make in life we would be wise to consider the fact that we’re going to create a hole.
Old Glory News

Old Glory News

Old Glory News

News Staff
Thursday, February 12, 2026
OH WHAT A BEAUTIFUL DAY!!!Oh my, it sure is hard to stay in when the weather is so beautiful. It seems like spring, and we need to be out and digging in the dirt to make a place for a garden. There will probably be a big change in a few days.
TOOLS TO HELP YOU FIND THE PERFECT PLACE TO RETIRE

TOOLS TO HELP YOU FIND THE PERFECT PLACE TO RETIRE

TOOLS TO HELP YOU FIND THE PERFECT PLACE TO RETIRE

News Staff
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Dear Savvy Senior, What resources can you recommend for researching good places to retire in the U.S.? My husband and I are interested in relocating to a warmer climate when we retire next year.Looking to Relocate Dear Looking, It’s exciting to think about relocating in retirement!
GARY BORDERS, TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION

GARY BORDERS, TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION

EARLY VOTING BEGINS FEB. 17

News Staff
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Early voting in the March 3 primary begins Monday, Feb. 17 and concludes on Friday, Feb. 27. A full slate of contested races will be on the ballots in both Republican and Democratic primaries. The deadline to request a mail ballot is Feb. 20, according to votetexas.gov.
Masons donate funds for children’s advocacy

Masons donate funds for children’s advocacy

Masons donate funds for children’s advocacy

News Staff
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Masonic District #78 recently presented a $1,500 donation to West Texas Children’s Advocacy, an organization that provides services to children in Fisher, Nolan, Mitchell, Scurry and Borden counties.
SUE JANE SULLIVAN

SUE JANE SULLIVAN

Love in the time of conflict

News Staff
Thursday, February 12, 2026
“For anything to be good, truly good, there must be love in it. I’m not even sure I know fully what that means, but the older I get, the more I believe it. There must be love for the gift itself, love for the subject being depicted or the story being told, and love for the audience.
Pictured Miss Rodeo Comanche Springs Sweetheart Sutton Rasberry, Miss Rodeo Fisher County Berklee Pippin and Francene McKinney were full of sweet smiles after the Rodeo Royalty Valentine Day Treat Deliveries. MARK MARTINEZ

Pictured Miss Rodeo Comanche Springs Sweetheart Sutton Rasberry, Miss Rodeo Fisher County Berklee Pippin and Francene McKinney were full of sweet smiles after the Rodeo Royalty Valentine Day Treat Deliveries. MARK MARTINEZ

YEAR-ROUND ROYALTY

News Staff
Thursday, February 12, 2026
If you think rodeo queens only work coronation night, Fisher County rodeo royalty would politely disagree. Around here, the crown is not a moment. It is a year-round commitment that shows up in arenas, school hallways, community events, and sometimes with a plate of Valentine cookies in hand.