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New allegations surface in Commissioner Martin case

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Thursday, October 6, 2022
Although new allegations of bribery were included with the State’s amended petition for removing Fisher County Commissioner Preston from office ahead of last week’s hearing, the defense objected to the timeliness and vague wording of the allegations and requested the court dismiss the state’s...
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Stonewall Memorial Hospital District welcomes new CEO

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Thursday, October 6, 2022
While the dust has been settling from the abundance of controversial issues, financial challenges, and power struggles between board members, medical providers, and the district’s outgoing CEO, newly hired CEO Michael Moorhead quietly took over the reins and began unpacking boxes.

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK

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Thursday, October 6, 2022
How can a donation to the Rotan Golf Club be tax deductible when they have no 501c3, 501c5, or 501c7? The short answer to this question is that a donation to the Rotan Golf Club is not tax deductible.

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West Texas Fair

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Thursday, September 29, 2022
Fisher County had a great showing at West Texas Fair steer show. Taylor Jeffrey had champion Brangus and Champion Black Cross. Kenley Barnett had Champion Red Cross and Champion Simbrah. Brycen Cole had Champion Gert and a second place ABC.
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2 Cents Worth

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Thursday, September 29, 2022
CAROL GREENWAYHOLLAND Wow what a week we have had, my son lost his job after 33 years, and what a eye opener it has been. I would't wish it on my worst enemy, and I will never say anything about why so many jobs and no one is being hired.
This one-time gem stood proudly at the City of Aspermont’s southern end, and while for some it remains sentimentally iconic, others see it as an eyesore and potential danger. It will likely be one of the first structures mitigated as the city’s cleanup project moves along Broadway.

This one-time gem stood proudly at the City of Aspermont’s southern end, and while for some it remains sentimentally iconic, others see it as an eyesore and potential danger. It will likely be one of the first structures mitigated as the city’s cleanup project moves along Broadway.

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City of Aspermont to begin cleanup along Broadway

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Thursday, September 29, 2022
The Aspermont City Council, during a lengthy meeting last week, approved proceeding to the next phase of its ongoing cleanup project, taking the initial steps for using code enforcement to remove dilapidated structures from the city’s main street.
Although set to hear testimony and consider evidence regarding the motion for the temporary suspension of Fisher County Commissioner Preston Martin on Wednesday, Judge Ernie B. Armstrong canceled the proceedings after closeddoor discussions with attorneys.

Although set to hear testimony and consider evidence regarding the motion for the temporary suspension of Fisher County Commissioner Preston Martin on Wednesday, Judge Ernie B. Armstrong canceled the proceedings after closeddoor discussions with attorneys.

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Civil case stalls: Commissioner Martin to remain in office

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Thursday, September 29, 2022
Judge Ernie Armstrong brought Fisher County’s 32nd Judicial Courtroom to order more than two hours later than scheduled on Wednesday, where after meeting with both legal teams for more than an hour in chambers, announced the court would need additional information before hearing evidence.