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FRANCISES IN NM

FRANCISES IN NM

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FRANCISES IN NM

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
The Francis sisters of Briscoe County showed their lambs last week at the All-American Classic in Portales. Results in Ring A were: Brenna Francis, Grand Champion; Laney Francis, 2nd and 3rd places; Maddie Francis, 2nd and 5th places.
MOTLEY FUNDRAISER

MOTLEY FUNDRAISER

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MOTLEY FUNDRAISER

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Canyon High School head football coach Todd Winfrey is a country and western singer-songwriter who performs with a band known as “Unplugged.” Winfrey organized a concert fundraiser for Matador and Perryton and reached out to locals in each town to help spread the word.

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Donna’s interests are everywhere

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Donna Atkins spends half her time in Big Spring and the other half in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. She maintains residences in both cities. She grew up in Big Spring and bought the house in Idaho to be near her daughter and her family.
Memories from Max

Memories from Max

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Memories from Max

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Max Sherman was my next-door neighbor in Kokernot Hall when we were freshmen at Baylor. I must say he has done well for himself. He served as a Texas State Senator representing the panhandle area and later was President of West Texas A&M University, formerly known as West Texas State University.
IN FORT MORGAN, COLORADO Mayor Lyn Deal is an energetic spokesperson for historic preservation, local arts and culture, and economic development. | CAPROCK COURIER

IN FORT MORGAN, COLORADO Mayor Lyn Deal is an energetic spokesperson for historic preservation, local arts and culture, and economic development. | CAPROCK COURIER

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Mapping out local charm for visitors

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
FORT MORGAN, CO— When you arrive at Fort Morgan, Colorado, whether you’re at a motel, restaurant or Chamber of Commerce office, the first thing you see is a map of all of the places that were featured on HGTV’s “Home Town Takeover” show.
Who wants to mop?

Who wants to mop?

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Who wants to mop?

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Ever want to get rid of a new hire who’s just not working out? Make ’em mop. If they like mopping as much as I do, they’ll quit. Back in my letter carrier days I had to mop the post office lobby floor a couple of times when the janitor was on vacation. Bummer.
EXTREME HEAT is calling for extreme measures this summer. So blend up this cold confection, or go bananas for a fun experience and get yourself a Yonanas machine. | ANGELINA LARUE photo

EXTREME HEAT is calling for extreme measures this summer. So blend up this cold confection, or go bananas for a fun experience and get yourself a Yonanas machine. | ANGELINA LARUE photo

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Tutti Frutti Nice Cream just the thing for July

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
Perhaps you have heard the catchphase “nice cream.” I’ve shared a cherry-flavored version of this recipe in the past, topped with crunchy sliced almonds, and it’s a snap to make in a highspeed blender. It’s plant-based, reducing sugar and fats. And it is surprisingly creamy and rich.
Senate passes tax bill as second special session begins

Senate passes tax bill as second special session begins

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Senate passes tax bill as second special session begins

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
AUSTIN— The Texas Senate on the first day of the Legislature’s second special session unanimously passed a tax bill last Wednesday that increases the homestead exemption and includes a pay hike for teachers, the Austin American- Statesman reported.
The fury of the tornado matched by the fierceness of compassion

The fury of the tornado matched by the fierceness of compassion

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The fury of the tornado matched by the fierceness of compassion

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
At 7:51 p.m. Wednesday, June 21, an EF-3 tornado devastated the town of Matador and was on the ground for 9.4 miles while it carved a winding path of destruction through the town. It dissipated near a rest stop south of town about 20 minutes later. The outcome was four people killed, 15 injured.