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Massive wildfires ignited by power lines

Massive wildfires ignited by power lines

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Massive wildfires ignited by power lines

Two Wildfires That
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
burned more than 1 million acres in the Panhandle were caused by downed power lines, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.Juan Rodriguez, with the service, told the Texas Standard that its law enforcement investigators had concluded their probe into the source of the Smokehouse Creek and Windy...
Taking a stand against public information blackouts

Taking a stand against public information blackouts

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Taking a stand against public information blackouts

Shining Light On Our Government
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
KELLEY SHANNON | FREEDOM OF INFORMATION FOUNDATION OF TEXASthrough public information helps us ask questions of elected officials—and hold them accountable.Sunshine Week, taking place March 10-16, recognizes the importance of open government and educates Americans about their right to public...
TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH As the creator and producer of “The Sound of Texas,” one of the longest running syndicated radio programs in Texas, Tumbleweed seeks fascinating people who embody the spirit of the Lone StarStateandbringsthemintothehomesandheartsofthousands.

TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH As the creator and producer of “The Sound of Texas,” one of the longest running syndicated radio programs in Texas, Tumbleweed seeks fascinating people who embody the spirit of the Lone StarStateandbringsthemintothehomesandheartsofthousands.

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New angles in taxidermy

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Wyatt Oakley retired from the fire department in Odessa, then became fire chief in Stamford and retired from that position. Once when he was fishing he caught a beautiful bass and decided to mount it himself. It won a prize at a taxidermy competition.
SMITH

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SMITH

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024
As the creator and producer of “The Sound of Texas,” one of the longest running syndicated radio programs in Texas, Tumbleweed seeks fascinating people who embody the spirit of the Lone StarStateandbringsthemintothehomesandheartsofthousands.Browsing the Texas AlmanacI’m a big fan of the Texas...
Did you vote?

Did you vote?

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Did you vote?

News Staff
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Schools require 70% on report cards to pass.We expect medical professionals and mechanics to perform at a 100% level of care when it comes to our bodies and our vehicles.Think 10% of your salary would pay the bills?
The moonshine vote

The moonshine vote

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The moonshine vote

Hanaba Munn Welch
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
COMMENTARYMy college roommate was an opera diva type. When Donna died, many people mourned. Friends from college days and beyond recalled her fabulous voice, the songs she sang and her love for spur-of-the-moment adventures.Not me.
PETITE POP Tablespoons of thyme, parsley or chives lend flavor to these buttery biscuits. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

PETITE POP Tablespoons of thyme, parsley or chives lend flavor to these buttery biscuits. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

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Herbed biscuits a bit of springtime deliciousness

Bytes Angelina L
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COMANGELINA L aRUE The very thought of spring has me starting to cook more with fresh herbs again. I typically have a few pots of herbs growing near the kitchen windowsill.
Take a hike to Anthony, Texas, for Leap Year Festival

Take a hike to Anthony, Texas, for Leap Year Festival

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Take a hike to Anthony, Texas, for Leap Year Festival

News Staff
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
It’s that time. An added day to keep the Gregorian Calendar happy so that all is well in mathematics of the Earth’s rotation around the sun (which is exactly 365.25 days).The Leap Year Capital of the World is just a few hours west, nestled near the scenic Franklin Mountains.

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2024 CAPROCK PUBLIC AND CIVIC MEETINGS

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Spring Election InformationFeb. 20-Mar. 1 Early voting for March 5 state primary election Public and Civic Meetings Coming UpPlease let us know of any corrections: caprockcourier@gmail.comBRISCOECOUNTYCOMMISSIONERSCOURT Monday,Mar.11,9a.m. , County Courthouse, 415 Main St., Silverton, (806)...
Trouble with turkeys

Trouble with turkeys

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Trouble with turkeys

Tales From Tumbleweed Smith
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
As the creator and producer of “The Sound of Texas,” one of the longest running syndicated radio programs in Texas, Tumbleweed seeks fascinating people who embody the spirit of the Lone StarStateandbringsthemintothehomesandheartsofthousands.Spatchcock is a new word to me, but it’s been around for a...