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QUOTE OF THE WEEK

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Thursday, June 12, 2025
“He who closes his ears to the views of others, shows little confidence in the integrity of his own views.”~ William CongreveTRANSLATION: If you’re unwilling to listen to other people’s perspectives, it might mean you’re not fully confident in your own beliefs.THINKING POINT: Confidence in your...

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Aspermont Water Tanks Get Clean Bill of Health, Council Eyes Future Upgrades

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Thursday, June 12, 2025
JEFF HURT |editor@dmchronicle.comAspermont City Administrator Lorenzo Calamaco delivered good news to the City Council this month, sharing results from a recent inspection and repair of the city’s water storage tanks that revealed they’re in solid condition.Calamaco reminded council members that...
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

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

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

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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.Sheriff Pat Dickson presented two quotes for patrol vehicles during the court’s regular meeting,...
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

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

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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.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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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)

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)

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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.COTTON...

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Quote of the Week

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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.

Pictured from left to right are Irvin Brooks, Jessi Rabel, Shelby Roberson, Raelynn Bradley, Georgia Fraser, Regan Polk, and Alex Long.

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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.