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SMHD Board President Ellen Abernathy smiles with approval as CEO Michael Moorhead explains the final version of the district’s tuition reimbursement program, one Abernathy said she is excited for the hospital to put into action.

SMHD Board President Ellen Abernathy smiles with approval as CEO Michael Moorhead explains the final version of the district’s tuition reimbursement program, one Abernathy said she is excited for the hospital to put into action.

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STONEWALL MEMORIAL HOSPITAL ADOPTS WORKFORCE PLAN WITH TUITION AND LOAN SUPPORT

Jeff Hurt |
Thursday, October 2, 2025
editor@dmchronicle.comThe Stonewall Memorial Hospital District Board of Directors approved a new tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment program during its Sept.
Chief Petty Officer Lee Reese Shares His Story of Service in the U.S. Navy

Chief Petty Officer Lee Reese Shares His Story of Service in the U.S. Navy

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Chief Petty Officer Lee Reese Shares His Story of Service in the U.S. Navy

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Thursday, October 2, 2025
AUSTIN, Texas— Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is proud to introduce the next installment of the series highlighting the VLB’s Voices of Veterans oral history program.
A sign advertises a government shutdown relief loan program outside the United States Senate Federal Credit Union branch office in the Hart Senate Office Building in Washington on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025. Credit: Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call/Sipa USA via REUTERS

A sign advertises a government shutdown relief loan program outside the United States Senate Federal Credit Union branch office in the Hart Senate Office Building in Washington on Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2025. Credit: Bill Clark/CQ-Roll Call/Sipa USA via REUTERS

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THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT HAS SHUT DOWN. HERE’S WHAT IT MEANS FOR TEXAS

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Thursday, October 2, 2025
|Many federal employees are required to continue working without pay, though furloughs — or the usual uptick in workers calling in sick — could d isrupt some services.
Donations to support the Charlie Kirk memorial, which will be used to compensate the artist, Lexi Antonick, can be made at Maverick Bank in Snyder by asking for the Charlie Kirk account. Contributions may also be sent via Venmo to @Donna-Gafford, which deposits directly into the account. PHOTO BY TRICIA HURT

Donations to support the Charlie Kirk memorial, which will be used to compensate the artist, Lexi Antonick, can be made at Maverick Bank in Snyder by asking for the Charlie Kirk account. Contributions may also be sent via Venmo to @Donna-Gafford, which deposits directly into the account. PHOTO BY TRICIA HURT

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Brushstrokes of Faith

Jeff Hurt |
Thursday, October 2, 2025
Less than a month ago, the report of a single shot rippled throughout the Salt Lake Valley, ending the life of 32-year-old Charlie Kirk.
The Lance Theater in downtown Rotan stands as one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks. The Rotan Economic Development Corporation is hosting a survey, asking for community input about on whether the historic building should be restored and reopened for public use.

The Lance Theater in downtown Rotan stands as one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks. The Rotan Economic Development Corporation is hosting a survey, asking for community input about on whether the historic building should be restored and reopened for public use.

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WILL THE LANCE LIGHT UP AGAIN?

Jeff Hurt I
Thursday, October 2, 2025
The Rotan Economic Development Corporation (EDC) is asking residents to weigh in on the future of one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks — the Lance Theater.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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Thursday, September 25, 2025
Rotan ISDSeptember 27th• Old Glory Musical Concession Stand opens at 5pm and the music kicks off at 5:30 pmOctober6 th• Last day to Register to vote or update your voter registrationNovember4 th • 2025 Constitutional Amendment Election - Get Ready to GO VOTE on 13 AmendmentsEmail...
TOP PET PRODUCTS FOR SENIORS WITH MOBILITY

TOP PET PRODUCTS FOR SENIORS WITH MOBILITY

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TOP PET PRODUCTS FOR SENIORS WITH MOBILITY

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Thursday, September 25, 2025
Dear Senior, My pet-loving mother has two cats and a dog, but her knee and back problems make caring for them increasingly difficult. Are there pet care products you can recommend that help elderly pet older owners with mobility problems? Searching SusanDear Susan, Great question!
Roby Livestock Syndicate Golf Tournament a Success

Roby Livestock Syndicate Golf Tournament a Success

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Roby Livestock Syndicate Golf Tournament a Success

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Thursday, September 25, 2025
The Roby Livestock Syndicate would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make this past Saturday’s benefit golf tournament a huge success.