Figs in West Texas

Body From the gardenAugust is fig time. Figs are a low maintenance, troublefree, an easy crop to grow, well adapted to West Texas environment, and the fruit are atypical. Which leads us to several technical terms in today’s column that may help us appreciate this unusual fruit.

Briscoe commissioners approve Sheriff’s office purchases

Body COMPILED FROM OFFICIAL MINUTES |During the regular meeting of the Briscoe County commissioners court on Monday, July 14, commissioners voted to allow Judge Rank Cogdell and County Treasurer Mary Jo Brannon to approve purchases over $1,000 for the sheriff’s department on SB-22...

LOOKING BACK

Body Bunch gets 20 years for bumping off Bearden August 21, 1958—Wilson Grain Co. constructing a large fireproof grain storage elevator in Silverton…. Miss Bobbe Lu Casey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Hilburn Casey, became the bride of Walter Wade Bean, son of Mr. and Mrs. J. K.

Silverton ISD board members gear up for new school year

Body During the regular meeting of the Silverton ISD board of trustees on Monday, July 14, members voted to opt out of allowing homeschool participation in UIL activities for the 2025-26 school year.The school districts priorities, goals and vision of “Engage. Everyone.

MCISD board plans for possible upcoming bond election

Body During the regular meeting of the Motley County ISD board of trustees on Monday, July 21, members heard several presentations from groups and individuals regarding a possible bond project.

The legacy of West Texas saddle maker H. H. Schweitzer

Body Reprinted with the writer’s permission from The Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, Jan. 17, 2025Wherever horses are ridden, and cattle roped and driven, the saddle has always been an essential tool for the working cowboy.

Motley commissioners accept agreement with ICE

Body During the regular meeting of the Motley County commissioners court on Monday, July 14, commissioners voted to accept the memorandum of agreement between U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, a component of Homeland Security, and the Motley County sheriff’s office.

Matador Connect

Body It is never too early to start making plans for our annual Foothills Celebration. There is time to call your family and friends so they can save the date…October 18. Keep on the Matador Foothills site on Facebook for continuing updates.

Guthrie school board requests tax rate at .8022

Body During the regular meeting of the Guthrie CSD board of trustees on Monday, Aug. 11, members approved budget amendments for 2024-25, adopted the 2025-26 budget and adopted the resolution setting the tax rate of .8022 for 2025.

Historic hotel embraces Schweitzer legend in a guest room

Body A noted saddlemaker and his skill is being honored by Hotel Matador with a themed guest room dedicated to the late Henry Houston Schweitzer.