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Chaos after the Calm: The destructive supercell rolls into Rotan as residents are being warned to seek shelter on June 21, 2023. (PHOTOW BY MARK MARTINEZ)

Chaos after the Calm: The destructive supercell rolls into Rotan as residents are being warned to seek shelter on June 21, 2023. (PHOTOW BY MARK MARTINEZ)

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TEXAS HEAT FUELS SUPERCELL

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Apowerful supercell thunderstorm developed in the far southern Texas Panhandle on the evening on June 21, causing widespread destruction as it moved through the state, leaving behind a trail of devastation and claiming multiple lives before passing across the Double Mountains and into Nolan and...
An aerial view shows the wide spread destruction to numerous downtown Rotan businesses, with significant roof damage visible to Rotan First National Bank, White's Hardware, Family Dollar and Rotan Motor. Not pictured is Angel Care which also suffered significant roof damage. (PHOTO BY DILLAN CULLIFER OF LUMINANCE STUDIOS)

An aerial view shows the wide spread destruction to numerous downtown Rotan businesses, with significant roof damage visible to Rotan First National Bank, White's Hardware, Family Dollar and Rotan Motor. Not pictured is Angel Care which also suffered significant roof damage. (PHOTO BY DILLAN CULLIFER OF LUMINANCE STUDIOS)

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Reporting damage is critical for reimbursements

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) officials were on site within 24 hours, establishing a communication staging area in the Fisher County Courthouse to operate from on Thursday following the storm.
Old Glory News

Old Glory News

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Old Glory News

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
So it is beginning to get really hot, but it was good to get a little wind out of the north: (make you think it is winter) We did get a cloud last evening and the weather man had eveyone in this area looking out for tornados. They did show a picture of one on fb and it was close to Hamlin.
How to Locate Interesting Volunteer Opportunities in Your Area

How to Locate Interesting Volunteer Opportunities in Your Area

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How to Locate Interesting Volunteer Opportunities in Your Area

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
Dear Savvy Senior, Can you recommend some good organizations or websites for locating interesting volunteer opportunities? I’ve been doing some volunteer work since I retired last year, but most of the jobs I’ve tried haven’t been very fun or satisfying.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
June 24th- Saturday • Rotan Methodist Church will be taking a special offering during worship for the Anson Methodist church that burned down on May 13th.
Abbott vetoes bills; feud with Patrick grows

Abbott vetoes bills; feud with Patrick grows

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Abbott vetoes bills; feud with Patrick grows

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick claimed last week that Gov. Greg Abbott is sabotaging the Senate’s work because of their ongoing feud over which approach to property tax reform is best, The Dallas Morning News reported. Abbott vetoed three bills by Sen.
It's Sew Exciting!

It's Sew Exciting!

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It's Sew Exciting!

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
Blaire Helms can add BOSS to her monogram collection after becoming the new owner of Embroidery Ink While Embroidery Ink celebrated its 10 anniversary just six months ago, the business officially welcomed new owners last week as Blaire Helms puts fashion and business degrees to work, taking over...
SMHD Board President Ellen Abernathy and CEO Michael Moorhead listen closely as Deborah Whitley, financial advisor with Forvis, shares insights into district finances and what’s on the horizon for healthcare.

SMHD Board President Ellen Abernathy and CEO Michael Moorhead listen closely as Deborah Whitley, financial advisor with Forvis, shares insights into district finances and what’s on the horizon for healthcare.

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SMHD Reports Positive Financial Results for 2022

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
Stonewall Memorial Hospital District (SMHD) received positive news regarding its fiscal performance last week and gained insights into the future of healthcare as Deborah Whitley with Forvis — the district's financial advisor and CPA firm — presented its annual financial report.