SkillsUSA Forensics – Luke Moore, Easton Mahannah, Jahlizza Brown, Avary Wesley, Scarlett Chavez, Destiny Chavez, Mayci Del Toro.
Hereford City Manager’s Report ...
Kress Evacuated due to Fire
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Fires flared up near Kress on Monday afternoon. The first fire was reported near US Highway 87 and County Road Z. The City of Kress was evacuated before 4:00 for the safety of the citizens. A second fire quickly developed between Kress and Tulia east of I-27.
STATE WINNERS
Displayer for the month of May is Hailey Cosden, one of our favorite volunteers. She is exhibiting a wide array of items she has cre ated through knitting and crocheting.
Rotary Teacher of the Month from Tulia Elementary School Mrs. Mikayla Adams
TALES OF DEAF SMITH COUNTY
The Hereford, Umbarger and Dawn Volunteer Fire Departments have been busy along with other area departments and first responders battling grass fires that broke out late last week all around the Panhandle. Because of extremely dry conditions fires are spreading rapidly. A full report will be featured in Saturday’s BRAND.
The Idle American ...
