Production outlook optimistic for Texas cotton amid low prices

Production expectations are good for Texas cotton, but low prices may stymie positive outcomes for growers.John Robinson, Ph.D., Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service economist in the Texas A&M Department of Agricultural Economics, said growing conditions are much better than in recent years due to...

THE LAW, THE LEGEND, & THE LEGISLATURE

Wild quotes, weird laws, and real Texas political historyWhat bizarre 1919 law, championed by a West Texas legislator, aimed to outlaw 'flirtation' in public, sparking a statewide debate on love and law?

VOICES OF VETERANS: Gunnery Sergeant Rene Avendano Shares His Story of Service in the United States Marines

AUSTIN, Texas— Today, Texas Land Commissioner and Veterans Land Board (VLB) Chairwoman Dawn Buckingham, M.D., is proud to introduce the next installment of the series highlighting the VLB's Voices of Veterans oral history program.

BUDGET SEASON IS HERE

Right now is the most critical time of year for local government. All across Texas, city councils are holding Budget Workshops to plan for the next fiscal year. This is the perfect opportunity for the City Council to formally solve this problem.

SMHD Considers Tuition Support Program for Staff and Local Students

The Stonewall Memorial Hospital District Board of Directors is reviewing a new workforce development program that would offer monthly financial support to eligible employees and local students pursuing degrees or certifications in healthcarerelated fields.

Storm Costs Mount as Fisher County Rolls Out $480K Repair Strategy

The Fisher County Commissioners Court approved a plan last week to allocate up to $480,000 from county reserves to help precincts recover from road damage caused by repeated heavy rains during spring and early summer.The reserve funding discussion came just weeks after the county was battered by a...

AUDITORS RECOMMEND EDC OVERSIGHT

The Aspermont City Council accepted its FY 2024 financial audit during its July meeting last week, with auditors reporting a clean opinion for the city’s core accounts but warning that continued attention is needed for the Economic Development Corporation (EDC) as bookkeeping issues remain...

Why This Issue SHOULD Matter to Rotan

This recent city council discussion is more than just government talk—it directly impacts the community's ability to uphold the law.HERE’S WHAT EVERY CITIZEN OF ROTAN SHOULD KNOW: 1) It's About Enforcing the Rules We Already Have.Rotan has a dedicated officer for Animal Control and Code Enforcement...

ROTAN COUNCIL CONSIDERS CITY MARSHAL TO SERVE MUNICIPAL COURT

During its July meeting, the Rotan City Council discussed the possibility of creating a city marshal position to fulfill a legal requirement tied to the operation of its Municipal Court.

NOMADIC NEWSPAPER

This summer, the Double Mountain Chronicle traveled across the globe with Fredda Buckner, Angela Messick, Olivia Messick, and Chris Buckner as they explored Greece, including the beautiful island of Crete.While taking in the views and soaking up the culture, Olivia said the beaches of Crete were a...