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Is the Dockum aquifer plan for Hereford worth its salt?

Is the Dockum aquifer plan for Hereford worth its salt?

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Is the Dockum aquifer plan for Hereford worth its salt?

Jim Steiert
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
A draft Long-Range Water Supply Plan for the City of Hereford, prepared by HDR Engineering, Inc. thanks to a grant from the Hereford Economic Development Corporation was presented to the city commission on July 20.
Deaf Smith County Chamber of Commerce Member

Deaf Smith County Chamber of Commerce Member

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Deaf Smith County Chamber of Commerce Member

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Saturday, August 22, 2026
This week’s member spotlight is on Atmos Energy. The Hereford Fire Department would like to thank Atmos Energy for their donation.
TWO TO TRY FOR--Both mourning and collared doves will be legal game on opening day of dove season September 1. The difference between the two species, a distinctive black ring at the back of the collar, is evident upon close examination of collared doves, but not mourning doves.

TWO TO TRY FOR--Both mourning and collared doves will be legal game on opening day of dove season September 1. The difference between the two species, a distinctive black ring at the back of the collar, is evident upon close examination of collared doves, but not mourning doves.

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Dove prospects slimmer in High Plains due to drought, good elsewhere

Jim Steiert
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Dove hunting prospects for the 2026 season are shaping up to be strong with mostly favorable local habitat conditions, adequate moisture in some key areas, and consistently high mourning dove populations across Texas that provide a solid outlook for the September 1 opener.
FRIENDS OF 4-H

FRIENDS OF 4-H

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FRIENDS OF 4-H

News Staff
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Cody Chandler and Top of Texas Quails Forever were each honored as Friends of Deaf Smith County 4-H. The honors were given out at the Deaf Smith County 4-H Awards Banquet last weekend.
MARCH A THON

MARCH A THON

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MARCH A THON

News Staff
Saturday, August 22, 2026
The Mighty Maroon Marching Band participated in its annual March A Thon fundraiser Tuesday, August 18 in and around Hereford.
Shorebird Tour at Nazareth is August 26

Shorebird Tour at Nazareth is August 26

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Shorebird Tour at Nazareth is August 26

News Staff
Saturday, August 22, 2026
Ogallala Commons will be conducting a Shorebird Tour from 9:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. in Nazareth on Wednesday, August 26.A group of shorebird experts will talk about the Mid-Continent Shorebird Conservation Initiative and give presentations about birds like the American avocet, black-necked stilts, plovers,...

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In What Direction Are You Facing?

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Saturday, August 22, 2026
Numbers chapter 2 is full of … numbers. Throughout the chapter, the Lord is communicating to Moses and Aaron how the people of Israel – probably about two million people in all – were to arrange camp as they passed through the wilderness on their way to the Promised Land.

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HISD board discusses budget, approves new tennis complex

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Saturday, August 22, 2026
The Hereford Independent School District Board of Trustees discussed the proposed 2026-27 budget, potential future bond projects and several district policies during its regular meeting July 24 as well as authorized new tennis courts.HISD Superintendent Ralph Carter presented a Consideration to use...
SPECIAL RECOGNITION

SPECIAL RECOGNITION

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SPECIAL RECOGNITION

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Saturday, August 22, 2026
Hereford Police Lieutenant Daniel Garcia was recognized by the Hereford Independent School District for obtaining the highest level of School-Based Law Enforcement training reaching the Master Level.
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