Preservation Texas Opens Nominations for 2025 Honors
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SAN MARCOS, TX — Preservation Texas is now accepting nominations for its 2025 Honor Awards.
Thursday, August 7, 2025
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Knee-jerk reactions
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My right knee has been very knee-dy the past few years.So, under the knife I went, emerging bionic and a bit broken.I was naïve when it came to the recovery process. Most former athletes carry a hubris that is counterproductive to reality of major trauma to a major joint.
Thursday, August 7, 2025
THE LAW, THE LEGEND, & THE LEGISLATURE
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Wild quotes, weird laws, and real Texas political historyWho were the 'Immortal 40,' and why did they secretly flee Texas in 1918, hiding out in a Tennessee saloon to block a law they called 'a monstrous tyranny'?ANSWER IN NEXT WEEK’S AUGUST 13TH EDITION!
Thursday, August 7, 2025
2025 HOMECOMING DATES!
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th Aspermont ISD - 'Peace, Love, & Hornets' • Sept 4th - Bonfire• Sept 5th - Pep rally at the Square & Football game• Sept 6th - Parade & Alumni Meal• *Hickmans will be hosting their annual Parking Lot Party on Saturday, September 6 where all friends can gather and celebrate!
Thursday, August 7, 2025
COUNTY SEAT SHAKE-UP
COUNTY SEAT SHAKE-UP
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QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What would it take to change the location of the county seat in Texas?Publisher's Note: A sincere thank you to 'Anonymous' for this fantastic question! Researching it prompted a lively debate in the newsroom, and we had a lot of fun with it.
Thursday, August 7, 2025
THE POWER OF A PENNY
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Stonewall County Budget Workshop Includes Road and Bridge Transfers, Cemetery Staffing Plans Ahead of This Month’s Public Hearing The Stonewall County Commissioners Court reviewed proposed changes to its proposed budget during a recent workshop, approving internal tax rate adjustments, transfer...
Thursday, August 7, 2025
FCHD Board of Directors Vice president, Sarah McLen reviews the proposed tax abatement agreement with IREN Energy ahead of its approval on July 31.
IREN-CLAD DEAL
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Fisher County Board Tax Abatement Scrutiny Nets $900K Yearly for HospitalThe Fisher County Hospital District Board of Directors voted unanimously on July 31 to approve a 10-year tax abatement agreement with IREN Energy, clearing the way for continued development of a multi-phase data center project...
Thursday, August 7, 2025
Rotan ISD welcomed Trevor Edgemond and his wife Tammy into the district by unanimous vote during the August 5 meeting.
LEADERSHIP SHUFFLE AT ROTAN ISD
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The Rotan ISD Board of Trustees formally approved the contract with Trevor Edgemon during its meeting on Tuesday, officially making him superintendent of schools for the district. The vote followed a three-week waiting period required by state law after Edgemon was named lone finalist on July 15.
Thursday, August 7, 2025
HOLY ROAD TRIP!
HOLY ROAD TRIP!
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Cade Crew's Ark EncounterMike and Lisa Cade recently hit the road with their grandkids, Parker and Nora, for a trip packed with wonder, worship, and a few surprises.
Thursday, August 7, 2025
Upgrades To the City Of Rotan’s kennels for housing strays is ongoing as its animal control program continues to develop
ROTAN’S NEW ANIMAL CONTROL SHOWS BITE
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The City of Rotan’s long-delayed animal control program continues to take shape, with newly hired Animal Control Officer Chris Lafler reporting successful early progress in July despite makeshift conditions and an unfinished facility.
Thursday, August 7, 2025