WTAMU joins forces with Weatherford College

Two pioneers of higher education in Texas are joining forces to make the transition easier into West Texas A&M University’s acclaimed Graduate School.

Abbott announces Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant Program

Governor Greg Abbott and the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism announced the opening of applications, beginning July 6, for the Texas Travel Industry Recovery Grant Program (TTIR) established by Senate Bill 8 and signed into law by the Governor following the 87th Legislative...

Biden vax mandate remains blocked

A federal appeals court has kept the Biden administration’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for federal employees blocked until at least September.

West Texas A&M University

West Texas A&M University has recently deepened its partnership with our region’s community colleges and is committed to engaging rural areas with smaller populations.

Ideal jobs

My co-worker Tom said he’s thinking about trying a new career. He should make that move soon, because he’s 63 years old. I share his concern, for I too have often wondered if I should stay in a job, switch professions, or just go back to sleep at my desk.

Community Calendar

Community Calendar July 9 Nazareth German Fest/Suds & Sounds. Great food, childrens games, arts & crafts show, car show, traditional German meal, concert with talented lineup and more. For advance tickets: www. nazsudsnsounds.com. July 15 Cure Family Benefit. Hosted by Paxton Tire & Service.

Hart gears up for celebration

Hometown pride and spirit is alive and well in the small rural town of Hart, Texas as the community gears up for its annual tradition of Hart Days. Hart Days is set for July 28-30.

Playa training tour to kick off Naz Festival

All the best of the wurst is upcoming for Texas Master Naturalists and playa enthusiasts Saturday, July 9 as a playa training and tour will kick of the 50th observance of the Nazareth German Festival.

Flynt attends county investment conference

Castro County treasurer Elaine D. Flynt attended the 2022 Conference of the County Investment Academy June 27-29 in Galveston, presented by the Texas Association of Counties (TAC).