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ELI SEPEDA

ELI SEPEDA

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ELI SEPEDA

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Thursday, February 5, 2026
My name is Eli Sepeda, and I am announcing my candidacy for Fisher County Justice of the Peace.Fisher County has been my home for all but one year of my life. I was born in Rotan, attended school there, and graduated in 1980. In 1985,1 moved to Roby to help establish a mission church.
Norma Cave’s Porch Popsicle Might Win the Winter of ’26

Norma Cave’s Porch Popsicle Might Win the Winter of ’26

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Norma Cave’s Porch Popsicle Might Win the Winter of ’26

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Thursday, January 29, 2026
This morning we got a call from Norma Cave with a report that sounded too wild not to check out: a massive icicle hanging off her front porch. Now that is a weather update you can’t get from an app.Norma told us it’s the biggest icicle she’s ever seen. Not “pretty big.”Not “kinda long.
Old Glory News

Old Glory News

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Old Glory News

News Staff
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Oh my, it is so cold and icy, I hope all is well for everyone. Every thing is shut down, so it is time to stay inside and I hope there are no accidents, but in weather like this there is always accidents.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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Thursday, January 29, 2026
• If you or anyone you know is needing help with SNAP application assistance, we will have a Social Services Coordinator at the Rotan Community Center from 9 AM-3 PM. They will be here to help with the application process & uploading documents that are needed & any other questions you may have!

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HOW TO TURN DOWN THE VOLUME ON TINNITUS

News Staff
Thursday, January 29, 2026
There are even new innovations like the FDA approved device Lenire (lenire.com) that uses electrical stimulation of the tongue to alleviate symptoms.There are also certain medications that may help.

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Faces & Places

Meg Gruben
Thursday, January 29, 2026
“You have taught me that the view from the mountain is beautiful, but not to forget the wild flowers in the valley.” ~Hannah Hall I’m cooped up like thousands of other people under this catastrophic winter freeze. Whoever heard of a temperature of -6 degrees in Texas?
SUE JANE SULLIVAN

SUE JANE SULLIVAN

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Comfort food revelation

News Staff
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Nothing like a winter storm, Texas style, to bring out the craving for comfort food. Thanks to winter storm Fern, I am proud to announce my granddaughter Ellie’s conversion to cornbread.
AISD Superintendent Zach Morris and trustees Jennifer Hodges and Ray Bradley review SB 11, which resolves the district to adopt a period of daily prayer, which officials say is unnecessary since the district already supports the expression of faith. JEFF HURT

AISD Superintendent Zach Morris and trustees Jennifer Hodges and Ray Bradley review SB 11, which resolves the district to adopt a period of daily prayer, which officials say is unnecessary since the district already supports the expression of faith. JEFF HURT

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Prayers Stays. New Police doesn't

News Staff
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Aspermont ISD trustees discussed Texas Senate Bill 11 during their Jan. 21 board meeting, weighing whether to adopt a formal daily prayer and religious-reading period or continue current practices, with officials declining to adopt the SB 11 resolution.
SMHD Human Resources Director Maryellen Coats gives newly appointed SMHD Director Claire Clarke her oath of office during the board’s January 12 meeting. JEFF HURT

SMHD Human Resources Director Maryellen Coats gives newly appointed SMHD Director Claire Clarke her oath of office during the board’s January 12 meeting. JEFF HURT

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Stonewall Memorial Hospital District Appoints Claire Clark to Board Seat

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Thursday, January 29, 2026
The Stonewall Memorial Hospital District board moved on January 12 to fill a vacant seat on the board, appointing Claire Clark to serve out the remainder of the 2023–2026 term left open after former board member Jackie Bingham resigned last year.