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TALES OF DEAF SMITH COUNTY

TALES OF DEAF SMITH COUNTY

TALES OF DEAF SMITH COUNTY

Carolyn Waters
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
“If we were born knowing everything, what would we do with all this time on earth?”.-KellyFebruary 1958The community was cordially invited to attend the formal Opening and Dedication of Gililland Funeral Home in their new location at 411 East Street.
TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION

TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION

TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION

State Capital Highlights
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Early voting ends Feb. 27 Early voting in the March 3 primary ends on Friday, Feb. 27,. Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson announced that Texas has 18.7 million regis tered voters for the primary.

Unlock the full potential of your 401(k)

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Your 401(k) is one of the most powerful tools for securing your financial future. The question is: Are you using it to its full potential?Here are some strategies to help you maximize its benefits:• Earn your employer’s match.
This past weekend, 60 amazing CTE students from Hereford High School represented Hereford High School at the SkillsUSA Texas District 3 competition. They competed across three major categories: Skilled & Technical Occupational Leadership With 20-plus different contests — and several students competing in more than one event — their dedication and hard work truly paid off. More than 45 students brought home awards from the event.

This past weekend, 60 amazing CTE students from Hereford High School represented Hereford High School at the SkillsUSA Texas District 3 competition. They competed across three major categories: Skilled & Technical Occupational Leadership With 20-plus different contests — and several students competing in more than one event — their dedication and hard work truly paid off. More than 45 students brought home awards from the event.

HEREFORD CTE

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Ramirez makes University of Nebraska Dean’s List

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Kaileena Ramirez of Hereford has been named to the Deans' List at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for the fall semester of the 2025-26 academic year.Ramirez, a freshman majoring in art, was named to the Dean's List for the Hixson-Lied College of Fine and Performing Arts.
HELPING OUT

HELPING OUT

HELPING OUT

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Feb. 18 the Hereford High School softball program had the honor of serving with Snack Pack for Kids, helping pack snacks for students across our district.
Hereford High School’s Izak Dominguez competed at the Andrews Track meet Friday and came away with a second place finish in the 110-meter-hurdles and a third place finish in the 300-meter-hurdles behind only athletes from 6A Midland Legacy. The full Herd track team will be in action Friday in Plainview.

Hereford High School’s Izak Dominguez competed at the Andrews Track meet Friday and came away with a second place finish in the 110-meter-hurdles and a third place finish in the 300-meter-hurdles behind only athletes from 6A Midland Legacy. The full Herd track team will be in action Friday in Plainview.

BACK IN ACTION

News Staff
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
LAYING THE FACTS ON--Debra Whitley and Crista Worley of Forvis Mazars auditors discusses facts relative to the year-end financial audit for 2025 at the February 19 meeting of the Deaf Smith County Hospital District board as hospital CEO Candice Smith and Administrative Assistant Jodi Jordan look on. Whitley was effusive in her praise of CEO Candice Smith in pursuing a refund owed to the Hospital District by the state. (Photo by Jim Steiert))

LAYING THE FACTS ON--Debra Whitley and Crista Worley of Forvis Mazars auditors discusses facts relative to the year-end financial audit for 2025 at the February 19 meeting of the Deaf Smith County Hospital District board as hospital CEO Candice Smith and Administrative Assistant Jodi Jordan look on. Whitley was effusive in her praise of CEO Candice Smith in pursuing a refund owed to the Hospital District by the state. (Photo by Jim Steiert))

Audit report is complimentary of hospital district staff

Jim Steiert
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Debra Whitley and Crista Worley of Forvis Mazars had the focused attention of the Deaf Smith County Hospital District board as they presented details of the year-end financial audit for 2025 at the February 19 meeting of the board.
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