A Presidential Ideal

How did the holders of our highest office feel about agriculture and rural America? What do our presidents think about agriculture and rural America? I was thinking about this on Presidents’ Day. It is not just an idle thought (though I have plenty of those).

RE-ELECT FISHER COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Preston Martin's ties to Fisher County run as deep as its roots, with his family's legacy spanning back to the late 1800s. From his Great grandad W.M.

Early voting underway in Texas

Texas voters headed out to the polling locations across the state this week, as early voting opened on Tuesday ahead of the 2024 Democratic and Republican primary election day, set for March 5.

PRUNING THE PAYMENT:

The Stonewall Memorial Hospital District Board of Directors met last week, where after being apprised of a recent dispute with a contractor, agreed to pay a portion of what administrators claim to be a dramatically inflated invoice.

Rotan Public Works Director resigns

During the Rotan City Council meeting late last week, officials briefly deliberated behind closed doors, where after returning to open session, resumed city business but shared no information or comment on receiving the public works director’s resignation, which is anticipated to take effect next...

Basketball Season comes to an end

This Tuesday, the last of our area teams wrapped up their respective basketball seasons. The Aspermont Lady Hornets and Roby Lady Lions, after advancing to the Area playoff round, were defeated last Friday by the Hermleigh Lady Cardinals and Westbrook Lady Wildcats respectively.

Old Glory News

Oh my, what a day, the weather is bad, cold and snow. I guess that is good, since it is still winter and we have not had any really winter weather as yet. We are thankful for all the moisture we are getting. We will think about all this mud and cold weather in July and August.

Do I Need to File a Tax Return This Year?

Dear Savvy Senior, What are the IRS income tax filing requirements for retirees this tax season? I didn’t file a tax return the past two years because my income was below the filing threshold, but I got a part-time job late last year, so I’m wondering if I’m required to file this year.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

February 15th - Thursday Rotan City Council Meeting 7 am February 24th- Saturday • Saturday Night Musical: 5:00 until ? Concession Stand opens at 5:00 with the Music starting at 5:30 For more info. Call 940 989-2816 or 940-200-0353 • 24 hour HOG HUNT! begins at 11am - 1-4 to make up your team.

Pitch made for new power plants

Lt. Gov Dan Patrick joined with the world’s largest investment firm to pitch investors on building natural gas power plants in Texas at a summit held last week in Houston.