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A downed power pole leans across a rural county road, a stark reminder of the storm’s power and the challenges facing utility crews working through mud and water to restore service. Photo courtesy of Big Country Electric

NATURE’S ONE-TWO PUNCH

News Staff

Thursday, June 12, 2025

A powerful line of storms struck Fisher County and the surrounding region between Sunday evening and Tuesday morning, bringing hail the size of baseballs, wind gusts exceeding 80 miles per hour, and flash flooding that overwhelmed roads and homes.

Fisher County Sheriff Pat Dickson reviews proposed bids for new patrol vehicles during Monday’s commissioners court meeting.

FISHER CO DRIVES FUNDS TOWARD PATROL VEHICLE UPGRADE

Jeff Hurt

Thursday, June 12, 2025

Fisher County Commissioners Court on Monday approved the purchase of new patrol vehicles for the sheriff’s department, allocating a portion of remaining Senate Bill 22 (SB-22) funds to patrol vehicles.

Participants launch eggs and laughter during the hourly toss at last year's Aspermont’s Flag and Family Fun Day.. Photo submitted by Ellen Abernathy

FREEDOM, FAMILY, & THE FABRIC THAT BINDS US

Tricia Hurt

Thursday, June 12, 2025

People in Aspermont are famous for coming together for community events, and this Saturday is no different. For the second straight year, the Aspermont Event Planners are hosting their Flag Day and Old Fashioned Family Fun Day right on the town square.The day kicks off at 10:00 a.m.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

News Staff

Thursday, June 5, 2025

June 7 th• Bake Sale in front of Ace Hardware in Rotan to help raise funds for the annual Rotan Fireworks show! 9am• Annual Newman Cemetery Association Work Day at 12 noon.Please join us as we celebrate our loved ones and our history.

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)

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.

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.

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.

2025 Fisher County Farm Bureau Scholarship Winner

News Staff

Thursday, June 5, 2025

2025 Fisher County Farm Bureau Scholarship Winner

NOMADIC NEWSPAPER

News Staff

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

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.