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WAITING IN THE WINGS--Members of the outside crew from West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative await duties of delivering door prizes to lucky winners at the 71st annual membership meeting March 24. (Photo by Jim Steiert)

WAITING IN THE WINGS--Members of the outside crew from West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative await duties of delivering door prizes to lucky winners at the 71st annual membership meeting March 24. (Photo by Jim Steiert)

WTRT names new CEO Alonzo; Christian, Olson re-elected

Jim Steiert
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Two unopposed candidates were elected to new terms on the board of directors and Stephanie Alonzo was introduced as the new CEO with the retirement of CEO Scott Hickok at the 71st membership meeting of West Texas Rural Telephone Cooperative the evening of March 24 at the Hereford Civic Center.
School Revenue Sources

School Revenue Sources

School Revenue Sources

News Staff
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Over the course of the last year, we have been talking about the school revenue sources available to public schools in Texas. This conversation started when the district first began discussions about the Voter Approved Tax Revenue Election (VATRE).

Letter to the Editor

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Editor Dear Editor, Kings ManorThe Hereford Brand had an extensive article in the paper a few years back about the closing of the Assisted Living section, and subsequently, the Westgate portion for full term care of King’s Manor. Oh, the memories are flowing!
by By Don Newberry, The Idle American

by By Don Newberry, The Idle American

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Life By The Numbers… Commentary By Dr. Don Newbury
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Whether we bow in reverence to statistics or grow nauseous dealing with the barrage of numbers dealt with daily, most of us value “peace and goodwill” wherever we can find it. Foundational to both is Christian commitment for guidance on life’s highway.

Ask these two questions before buying a home

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
You may have heard that buying a home is better than renting. After all, why “throw money away” on rent when you could be building wealth through homeownership? Financial professionals say the decision isn’t that simple.The answer depends on your personal and financial situation.
STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS

Gary Borders
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Paxton calls for Hancock’s removal Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton called for Gov. Greg Abbott to remove acting state comptroller Kelly Hancock, calling him an “incompetent loser,” The Dallas Morning News reported.
VFW ART CONTEST WINNERS

VFW ART CONTEST WINNERS

VFW ART CONTEST WINNERS

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Congratulations to Emma Arredondo, who has state qualified and will be judged in June.High school winners: Sol Lara – 2nd Place Giselle Romero – 3rd Place 8th grade winners: Karen Gallegos – 1st Place and advancing Madison Barrientez – 2nd Place Kiya Martinez – 3rd Place
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