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City of Roby reviews proposed budget and tax rate

Double Mountain Chronicle Editor The Roby City Council met in early August to discuss this upcoming budget year, and while figures look good for offering some tax relief, the city may still have little wiggle room by the time the final budget is set.
US Congressman Jodey Arrington greets residents of the Stonewall Living Center Monday

US Congressman Jodey Arrington greets residents of the Stonewall Living Center Monday

Congressman Jodey Arrington pledges assistance to Stonewall Hospital

Double Mountain Chronicle Editor US Congressman Jodey Arrington made a special detour on his trip through his Texas district on Monday, taking the time to speak with residents at the Stonewall Living Center and speaking with district administrators regarding his intervention with federal entities.

State files petition to remove Fisher County Commissioner from office

Double Mountain Chronicle Editor In an official petition filed through the 32 Judicial District Clerk’s office on August 17, the State of Texas, through the Fisher County Attorney Pro-Tem, along with Fisher County Auditor Becky Mauldin filed suit against Fisher County Commissioner Preston Martin.

Community Calendar

Fisher County Masonic Lodge #703 meets the first Thursday of the month. Meal 6:30pm meeting 7:30pm - 105 S. First in Roby. August 25th Bring your Fair Entries by today to the Fisher County Courthouse from 4:30 6:30pm - Please contact 325-338-1469 if you have any questions.
Artist Lexi Haag stands in front of her largest work yet, which graces the the main-street-facing wall of the Headquarters General Store's new location.

Artist Lexi Haag stands in front of her largest work yet, which graces the the main-street-facing wall of the Headquarters General Store's new location.

Mural artist brightens up downtown Aspermont

Double Mountain Chronicle Editor Although 22-year-old artist Lexi Haag grew up just down the road, with ties to Aspermont and always up for an artistic challenge, storeowners Prairie Bradley and Emelia Flowers knew she was the perfect artist to paint a mural on the side of the Headquarters General...

Aspermont ISD approves preliminary budget and tax rate

Double Mountain Chronicle Editor The Aspermont ISD Board of Trustees met on Monday, discussing ideas for the future and reviewing this year’s $2.8 million proposed budget, which was approved along with the corresponding tax levy to help fund district operations.
James Flores presents his opening statement Tuesday morning to the UIL District Committee regarding allegations his son Zacary Flores transferred to Roby CISD for athletic purposes.

James Flores presents his opening statement Tuesday morning to the UIL District Committee regarding allegations his son Zacary Flores transferred to Roby CISD for athletic purposes.

UIL District Committee decision benches Roby Athlete

The UIL District 8-1A Football Executive Committee convened in a public hearing on Tuesday to determine senior Zacary “Zac” Flores’ eligibility after he transferred in July from Rotan ISD to Roby CISD amid allegations of misconduct in June.