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AISD Superintendent Zach Morris walks attendees at Monday’s town hall meeting through the tax calculator available on the website for voters to learn more information about the district’s $7.5 million bond proposal.

AISD Superintendent Zach Morris walks attendees at Monday’s town hall meeting through the tax calculator available on the website for voters to learn more information about the district’s $7.5 million bond proposal.

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Aspermont ISD’s $7.5M Bond: Safer Schools, Renovated Spaces, and a Bright Future for Students

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Thursday, October 3, 2024
Aspermont ISD Superintendent Zach Morris spoke with members of the community who attended the first town hall meeting in the district’s auditorium, one of the areas officials plan to renovate should voters approve the $7.5 million bond in November.

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HELP US KEEP THE WHEELS TURNING

News Staff
Thursday, October 3, 2024
The town of Aspermont is mourning the loss of George Giles, a cherished resident known for his deep faith and compassionate heart. George was instrumental in preserving the local Meals On Wheels program, understanding its vital importance to the community.
These two homeless K-9s have become familiar faces around local convenience stores in Rotan. The young female pictured here appears to have recently given birth to a litter somewhere in the neighborhood.

These two homeless K-9s have become familiar faces around local convenience stores in Rotan. The young female pictured here appears to have recently given birth to a litter somewhere in the neighborhood.

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PAWS AND EFFECT: Rotan’s Animal Control Crisis Continues as Solution Slips Through the Cracks

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Thursday, October 3, 2024
Although city and county officials have been discussing various solutions to the county’s animal control issues since January, conversations about initiating a countywide program have stalled with no solutions to address the growing animal population.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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Thursday, September 26, 2024
- Satday• Get ready for BIG fun in our small town! Who’s heading to Hickman’s 2nd Annual Parking Lot Party this Saturday, September 28? It’s FREE and open to everyone! Expect live music, delicious food, unique vendors, and an unbeatable community vibe. Don’t miss the party of the year!
Rotan Residents Marked Absent as School Officials Present Crucial Bond Proposal to Empty Seats

Rotan Residents Marked Absent as School Officials Present Crucial Bond Proposal to Empty Seats

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Rotan Residents Marked Absent as School Officials Present Crucial Bond Proposal to Empty Seats

Jeff Hurt I
Thursday, September 26, 2024
Rotan ISD Administrators and only a single board member made up a sizable portion of the audience in attendance at Monday’s town hall meeting where school officials presented information regarding the school bond proposal up for voter approval in November.
Rotan Council members Loyd Green and Joy Dennis debate whether to review the city's annual budget before casting opposing votes for its adoption.

Rotan Council members Loyd Green and Joy Dennis debate whether to review the city's annual budget before casting opposing votes for its adoption.

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Rotan Council Passes $2.5 Million Budget Without a Glance in Split Vote

Jeff Hurt
Thursday, September 26, 2024
Million Budget Without a Glance in Split VoteAfter hearing the results of its 2023 operating year where despite significant losses in some departments the city ended with a surplus, the Rotan City Council adopted its upcoming budget.
Brady McClure & Carly Jimenez were crowned last Friday night during Roby CISD Mum Night's halftime show. PHOTO BY MARK MARTINEZ

Brady McClure & Carly Jimenez were crowned last Friday night during Roby CISD Mum Night's halftime show. PHOTO BY MARK MARTINEZ

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Meet the Newly Crowned 2024 Royals

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Thursday, September 26, 2024
Meet the Newly Crowned 2024 Royals