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Corn leafhopper was a problem in some Texas corn-growing regions and other states in 2024 threatening both yields and grain quality. (Texas A&M AgriLife)

Corn leafhopper was a problem in some Texas corn-growing regions and other states in 2024 threatening both yields and grain quality. (Texas A&M AgriLife)

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Rain sparks insect pressure in crops

Blair Fannin │ Agrilifetoday.tamu.edu/
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Rainfall has benefitted many crops statewide, but the moisture also serves as a catalyst for insects and pests, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.Farmers across Texas continue to scout fields for signs of pests and damage to crops as the prime growing season begins.

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Quote of the Week

News Staff
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Week 'We do not see things as they are, we see them as we are.' - Anais NinTHINKING POINT: How might our personal biases or experiences limit our ability to truly understand situations or viewpoints different from our own?
Pictured from left to right are Irvin Brooks, Jessi Rabel, Shelby Roberson, Raelynn Bradley, Georgia Fraser, Regan Polk, and Alex Long.

Pictured from left to right are Irvin Brooks, Jessi Rabel, Shelby Roberson, Raelynn Bradley, Georgia Fraser, Regan Polk, and Alex Long.

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Local Masons Honor Excellence with Scholarships for AISD Seniors

Steve Duncan
Thursday, June 5, 2025
On Wednesday, April 23rd, the Masonic Lodge of Aspermont presented scholarships to five outstanding seniors from Aspermont ISD. This is always one of the great pleasures of being part of a group such as the Masons in being able to recognize others for their accomplishments.
Daniel Perales, a 2025 graduate of Rotan High School, has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Fisher County Farm Bureau. This scholarship recognizes his academic achievements and commitment to the agricultural community.

Daniel Perales, a 2025 graduate of Rotan High School, has been awarded a $1,000 scholarship from the Fisher County Farm Bureau. This scholarship recognizes his academic achievements and commitment to the agricultural community.

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2025 Fisher County Farm Bureau Scholarship Winner

News Staff
Thursday, June 5, 2025
2025 Fisher County Farm Bureau Scholarship Winner
NOMADIC NEWSPAPER

NOMADIC NEWSPAPER

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NOMADIC NEWSPAPER

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Thursday, June 5, 2025
Eddie, Xzavier, Zechariah, and Paityn Martinez brought the Double Mountain Chronicle along on their trip to the Boise National Forest, which their family calls their “home away from home.
SCULPTING THE SPIRIT OF ROTAN

SCULPTING THE SPIRIT OF ROTAN

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SCULPTING THE SPIRIT OF ROTAN

Jeff Hurt |
Thursday, June 5, 2025
After nearly three years of plans, negotiations, inspiration, and creation, the Rotan Improvement Group proudly welcomed the artwork of regional Texas artist Joe Barrington early this week, standing as a centerpiece of the ongoing downtown improvement project.
Long time, healthcare, consultant and financial advisor, Travis Skinner, reviewed the districts annual financial report with the FCHD Board of Directors during the recent May meeting.

Long time, healthcare, consultant and financial advisor, Travis Skinner, reviewed the districts annual financial report with the FCHD Board of Directors during the recent May meeting.

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Auditors confirm solid footing amid inflation, Medicare shifts, and cyber threats

Jeff Hurt |
Thursday, June 5, 2025
The Fisher County Hospital District Board of Directors received encouraging news during its May 27 meeting, as auditors confirmed the district’s financial standing remains amid widespread economic challenges and the loss of federal pandemic relief funds.

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TALKING TRASH

News Staff
Thursday, June 5, 2025
Although addressing several actionable items during the May 20th meeting, Aspermont City Administrator Lorenzo Calamaco also raised an issue for consideration, proposing the idea of setting scheduled days for public access to the City’s Convenience Center.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

News Staff
Thursday, May 29, 2025
June 7 th• Annual Newman Cemetery Association Work Day at 12 noon. Please join us as we celebrate our loved ones and our history. We will have short business meeting followed by out potluck lunch. Newman Cemetery, FM1085, Sylvester, TX.
Leaves on diseased live oaks often develop chlorotic veins that eventually turn necrotic, a symptom called veinal necrosis. (Texas A&M Forest Service)

Leaves on diseased live oaks often develop chlorotic veins that eventually turn necrotic, a symptom called veinal necrosis. (Texas A&M Forest Service)

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Oak wilt cost-share program available to minimize spread in Texas

Jonathan Stuckey - Agrilifetoday.tamu.edu
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Texas A&M Forest Service offers costshare assistance to help Texas landowners stop the spread of oak wilt through the Texas Oak Wilt Suppression Program. Oak wilt is one of the most destructive tree diseases in the U.S. It is killing oak trees in Central and West Texas at epidemic proportions.