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IMAGINED FERMI CAMPUS--This artist rendering shows how developers imagine the data center campus of the Fermi Project, also known as Project Matador, could evolve mostly in Carson County to the east of Amarillo. Tax abatements and a water deal have been proffered for the project, although emergency water needs in the event of a problem with proposed nuclear reactors could overwhelm the available water supply.

IMAGINED FERMI CAMPUS--This artist rendering shows how developers imagine the data center campus of the Fermi Project, also known as Project Matador, could evolve mostly in Carson County to the east of Amarillo. Tax abatements and a water deal have been proffered for the project, although emergency water needs in the event of a problem with proposed nuclear reactors could overwhelm the available water supply.

Texas cities pushing back on data center tax abatements

Jim Steiert Contributed To This Article
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
In Deaf Smith County solar energy projects are underway in various stages both north and south of the general Dawn area. Wind energy is a reality to the east and southeast of Hereford on the border with Castro County.
HISD leader addresses bond questions, concerns

HISD leader addresses bond questions, concerns

HISD leader addresses bond questions, concerns

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
As our community considers the upcoming school bond, I want to clarify several key points regarding the facilities committee’s recommendations and the financial structure of the proposal. Our goal has always been to find the most responsible, longterm solution for our students and taxpayers.
By Ryan Polster Hereford City Manager

By Ryan Polster Hereford City Manager

Hereford City Manager’s Report ...

Engaging The Civic Life
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
It is city election time again. Hereford’s municipal elections are held annually on the first Saturday in May, and this year Election Day will take place May 2 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Front row, from left: Reggie Underwood (AgTexas Chairman of the Board), Addison Butler, Gracie White, Addilyn Reed, Payton Schuster, Kinley Shieldknight, Brandis Beavers, Brynnley Ensey, Cambryn Gratz, and Kayla Robinson, AgTexas CEO; (back row, from left) Hugh Britten, Ethan Spinhirne, Rett Wann, Jackson Sinclair, Samuel Weineimer, Johan Grotegut and Josef Grotegut.

Front row, from left: Reggie Underwood (AgTexas Chairman of the Board), Addison Butler, Gracie White, Addilyn Reed, Payton Schuster, Kinley Shieldknight, Brandis Beavers, Brynnley Ensey, Cambryn Gratz, and Kayla Robinson, AgTexas CEO; (back row, from left) Hugh Britten, Ethan Spinhirne, Rett Wann, Jackson Sinclair, Samuel Weineimer, Johan Grotegut and Josef Grotegut.

AgTexas Awards $17,000 to Panhandle 4-H, FFA Students and Distinguished Leader

News Staff
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
AgTexas Farm Credit held its 11th annual AgYouth Scholarship Banquet for the Amarillo area at The Barn at The Lumberyard in Canyon on Tuesday, April 14, and the Hereford area was very well represented.

LAUGHS OF THE WEEK

News Staff
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Compiled off the Internet by Jeff Blackmon, Publisher of the Hereford BRAND Funny jokes about the United States New YorkI moved to New York City for my health. I’m paranoid, and it was the only place where my fears were justified.
Soil and Water Stewardship Week observance recalls vital lessons

Soil and Water Stewardship Week observance recalls vital lessons

Soil and Water Stewardship Week observance recalls vital lessons

Jim Steiert
Saturday, April 18, 2026
“Save the Soil and Save Texas.” That was the mantra stamped on medals and trophies awarded students in the soil conservation essay contest sponsored annually by the old Fort Worth Press and state soil and water conservation districts during the 1950s and 1960s across Texas.
BUILDING SEARCH CHAMPS--Skills USA Building Search State Championship team members from Hereford High School included Felipe Jaquez, Karime Tellez, Luz Nahomy Rodriguez, and Alonso Castro.

BUILDING SEARCH CHAMPS--Skills USA Building Search State Championship team members from Hereford High School included Felipe Jaquez, Karime Tellez, Luz Nahomy Rodriguez, and Alonso Castro.

Law Enforcement students win two state championships

News Staff
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Hereford High School Law Enforcement students captured two state championships and had other podium finishes at the Skills USA State Contest in Corpus Christi April 8-11, accompanied by instructor Rebecca Artho.

HEREFORD AREA TRACK RESULTS

News Staff
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Hereford competed at Lubbock Cooper all day Thursday in the Area Track Meet. The top 4 in each event advanced to the Regional meet in two weeks May 1-2 at Plains Capital Field in Lubbock. All four competitors advanced!!Team results 8th out of 14 teams that scored with 32 points.
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