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While the eastern portion of the state has received adequate precipitation to support warm-season forage growth, more than half of the state is in some form of drought, negatively impacting native range conditions. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

While the eastern portion of the state has received adequate precipitation to support warm-season forage growth, more than half of the state is in some form of drought, negatively impacting native range conditions. (Michael Miller/Texas A&M AgriLife)

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Rangeland conditions vary dramatically across the state

Sarah Fuller - Agrilifetoday.tamu.edu/
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Conditions in rangelands and unimproved pasture vary dramatically across Texas based on precipitation as the warm-season forage growing period begins, said experts with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY

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HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY

News Staff
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Happy Mother's Day in heaven to the best mom, who was the DQ QUEEN, and is missed every single day Heather & KevinHappy Mother's Day, Momma! I'm so grateful God knew only you could handle being my mom. Your constant prayers are the reason I'm here today.
Rotan ISD voters approved one of two propositions on the May ballot, giving the go ahead to move forward with $6.5 million in school renovations.

Rotan ISD voters approved one of two propositions on the May ballot, giving the go ahead to move forward with $6.5 million in school renovations.

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Rotan Votes for Progress But Not Without a Price

Jeff Hurt |
Thursday, May 8, 2025
In a night marked by both celebration and heartbreak, Rotan voters charted a new course for the community — backing major investments in education and economic development, while narrowly rejecting a plan to provide housing for local teachers.

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ASPERMONT GOES ONLINE

Jeff Hurt |
Thursday, May 8, 2025
The City of Aspermont will soon begin work on a long-considered website project, following approval from the City Council during its April 22 meeting. City officials say the move could reduce public notification costs while improving communication and service delivery.
AISD Superintendent Zach Morris discusses multiple options for how the district can expand educational pathways for students and support local workforce needs.

AISD Superintendent Zach Morris discusses multiple options for how the district can expand educational pathways for students and support local workforce needs.

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Aspermont School Eyes 2025 Launch of Regional Medical Training Program

Jeff Hurt |
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Aspermont ISD is laying the groundwork to become a regional health certification hub, offering students from surrounding school districts access to medical training programs such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), and other...
Zane Graves, newly appointed principal of Roby High School, speaks to student-athletes during football practice. Graves, known for his servantleadership style and deep roots in the district, now transitions from the field to the front office to lead the entire campus. PHOTO MARK MARTINEZ

Zane Graves, newly appointed principal of Roby High School, speaks to student-athletes during football practice. Graves, known for his servantleadership style and deep roots in the district, now transitions from the field to the front office to lead the entire campus. PHOTO MARK MARTINEZ

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FROM THE LOCKER ROOM TO THE FRONT OFFICE

Jeff Hurt |
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Roby CISD is entering a new chapter in leadership, with Zane Graves named principal of Roby High School following the promotion of Jimmie Bennett to superintendent. The move caps a series of internal transitions set in motion by the resignation of Dr.
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Old Glory News

News Staff
Thursday, May 1, 2025
The weather has been so messed up, we don't know what to expect. There have been a lot of storms with hail and high wind, and some folks got a lot of rain. I am so glad we did not get hail and bad storms, however we did get some bad wind at the beginning of all the weather changes.
How to Choose a Volunteer Vacation

How to Choose a Volunteer Vacation

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How to Choose a Volunteer Vacation

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Thursday, May 1, 2025
Dear Senior, What can you tell me about volunteer vacation programs? I’m a healthy, 60-year-old, single woman, and am interested in doing some solo traveling, but would like to tie it with something meaningful.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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Thursday, May 1, 2025
3 rd• ROBY CEMETERY ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING WILL BE AT 10:30 AM in Big Country meeting room.May4 th• Rotan Fire Department Cinco De Mayo Taco Fundraiser Sunday, May 4th at 11am $10 a plate (3 tacos, beans, rice, salad, and desert) All proceeds go towards new mobile radios for trucks.
VOICES of VALOR

VOICES of VALOR

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VOICES of VALOR

Ja Robinson
Thursday, May 1, 2025
It's just another film, a tragedy.On the silent movie screen. And now the audience will write the script, On a film they have never seen. The beginning is rather blurry, And the motivation mostly unknown.Only one actor to mouth his lines, As the film goes on and on.