Egg prices continue to climb

Outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza, HPAI, continue to drive egg prices to record highs across the U.S., said Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.David Anderson, Ph.D.

MISS OPPORTUNITY

Have you ever had a chance to actually help someone in need, but then you are worried about what your friends may say? Miss opportunity.Are you harboring a grudge toward someone you refuse to make peace with even though you could be the one at fault? Miss opportunity.

Shed a Little Light

Chances are you have watched a Holocaust movie. “Schindler’s List,” “The Pianist,” “The Zookeeper’s Wife,” “Escape from Sobibor,” or “The Book Thief” come to mind as some of the most memorable.

Fisher County Hospital Expects $2.1 Million Boost as Solar Energy Development Moves Forward

The Fisher County Hospital District Board of Directors approved a proposed tax abatement from Innovative Solar when officials met on Monday regarding the Indigo Solar Project, which is expected to bring over $2.1 million to the district during the next decade.

NEVER AGAIN

The Aspermont City Council approved a bid last week for electrical upgrades that will fortify the water delivery system in the event of a catastrophic failure like the one seen in the winter storm of 2021 that left much of Stonewall County without water for nearly two weeks.

Double Mountain Defenders Assemble!

Will Rural Schools Get the Fair Funding They Deserve for a Stronger Future?

You Voted Down the Bond Now Rotan ISD is Asking Why

Rotan ISD is set to host a town hall meeting on February 3 to share information and gauge public interest about a potential bond election this May. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 p.m.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Starts at 5:30pm @ Old Glory Community Center (4th Saturday of Every Month)• Fisher County Steer show 10am at the Fisher County Show barn - Steershow, Showmanship & Peewee ShowJanuary 27st• Stonewall Commissioner Court 9amFebruary 8 th• Longworth Wedding & Event Center Presnet: Dance Into An...

Big Country Electric Cooperative Offers Scholarship Opportunities and Youth Tour Contest

Big Country Electric Cooperative (BCEC) is excited to continue offering scholarship opportunities and the Government-in-Action Youth Tour contest for local students. BCEC will send three students on an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington D.C. from June 1522, 2025.

The Surprising Dangers of Earwax

Dear Senior, I’ve heard that excessive earwax can cause serious health problems in elderly seniors. What can you tell me about this?Caregiving DaughterDear Caregiving, IIt’s true! Excessive amounts of earwax can indeed cause problems in elderly seniors including hearing loss or ringing in your ears.