LAUGHS OF THE WEEK

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

“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.

Law Enforcement students win two state championships

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

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.

Central Church of Christ

The Central Church of Christ meets every Sunday at 148 Sunset, the corner of Sunset & Plains, in Hereford. Sunday School begins at 9:30 a.m.; Morning worship begins at 10:30 a.m.; and the Sunday evening worship begins at 6:00 p.m. We also meet every Wednesday at 7 p.m.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Dear Editor:There has been a lot of conversation surrounding the upcoming bond election on May 2nd. At the heart of it, one thing is clear: a new structure is needed.One of the biggest concerns— and a completely valid one—is the cost.

County Ag Industry Day April 23

The Deaf Smith County AgriLife Extension Service is involved in sponsoring a County Ag Industry Day April 23.Registration and the tour will begin at 10 a.m. at Advanta Seed at 2001 East First Street in Hereford. A tour of /Advanta facilities will begin at 10:30 a.m.

TxDOT: Give ‘em a Brake. Drive Smart in Work Zones

Highway work is dangerous work, often just inches away from speeding traffic. Help keep our workers and everyone on the road safe by slowing down in work zones and driving like a Texan: kind, courteous and safe.

Commissioners balk at awarding City of Hereford depository

By Jim SteiertContributing WriterDespite a clear choice of the highest interest rate made available from a local bank, a city commission short of members Angie Alonzo and Mark Collier balked at deciding which financial institution they would award the City of Hereford depository to during a regular...