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STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS By Gary Borders

STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS By Gary Borders

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TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION

News Staff
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Texas home insurers see record profitsPreliminary data indicates Texas home insurers earned a 22% profit on premiums collected last year, according to the Houston Chronicle.
Kerrie Womble Steiert ALL IN

Kerrie Womble Steiert ALL IN

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ALL IN: NAMES

News Staff
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Grant Jeffrey Cline of Frisco, Texas, tragically died on June 6 while pursuing his passion for climbing the rock face of Royal Arches in Yosemite National Park. He was 18.
Several Deaf Smith County 4-Hers took firsts in District 1 4-H Record Book competition recently. Max Hedrick – 1st Place, Consumer Education; Sam Detten was first in Public Speaking and Macy Betzen had the first place Rabbit record book; Colin Matthews – and Andrew Matthews took second place in Shooting Sports. Lillian Baird and Jace Niño competed in Swine record books. Macy Betzen won the drawing to receive a $500 Senior Record Book Scholarship sponsored by the District 1 4-H Friends and Alumni.

Several Deaf Smith County 4-Hers took firsts in District 1 4-H Record Book competition recently. Max Hedrick – 1st Place, Consumer Education; Sam Detten was first in Public Speaking and Macy Betzen had the first place Rabbit record book; Colin Matthews – and Andrew Matthews took second place in Shooting Sports. Lillian Baird and Jace Niño competed in Swine record books. Macy Betzen won the drawing to receive a $500 Senior Record Book Scholarship sponsored by the District 1 4-H Friends and Alumni.

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WTAMU BAND CAMP STUDENTS

News Staff
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Hereford band students attended the 74th Annual Band Camp at West Texas A&M University last week! Students spent the week developing their musical skills, learning from outstanding instructors, and making memories to last a lifetime. Concerts were presented on Saturday, July 11.

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Sales tax receipts for HEDC up slightly for May, June

Jim Steiert
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Sales tax receipts for the Hereford Economic Development Corporation for May and June were both up somewhat but may prove “nip and tuck” to meet the amount budgeted for the current fiscal year budget according to the latest sales tax comparison presented at the July 1 meeting of the body.
L’Allegra Study Club recently gathered for a summer poolside meeting at the home of Mike and Eva Mullins. Members enjoyed an afternoon of fellowship while celebrating the success of the club’s recent spring fundraiser, with proceeds benefiting Meals on Wheels. The club also welcomed new member Karron Smith. L’Allegra will reconvene in September, when newly elected officers will assume their Leadership roles for the coming year.

L’Allegra Study Club recently gathered for a summer poolside meeting at the home of Mike and Eva Mullins. Members enjoyed an afternoon of fellowship while celebrating the success of the club’s recent spring fundraiser, with proceeds benefiting Meals on Wheels. The club also welcomed new member Karron Smith. L’Allegra will reconvene in September, when newly elected officers will assume their Leadership roles for the coming year.

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L’ALLEGRA STUDY CLUB

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Wednesday, July 15, 2026
IT'S IN THE DETAILS--City commissioners examine a preliminary version of the proposed new city budget during a regular commission meeting July 6. In the foreground, City Attorney Audie Sciumbato and City Secretary Franchesca Jimenez pore over the details as well. (Photo by Jim Steiert)

IT'S IN THE DETAILS--City commissioners examine a preliminary version of the proposed new city budget during a regular commission meeting July 6. In the foreground, City Attorney Audie Sciumbato and City Secretary Franchesca Jimenez pore over the details as well. (Photo by Jim Steiert)

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City water grant application approved, departments present budget requests

Jim Steiert
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
City commissioners looked to the future in multiple respects at a regular meeting July 6 in the Commission Chamber of City Hall, acting on possible future water supply and working on the budget for the upcoming new fiscal year, as well as addressing service fees for recreational vehicles.
Pasture mealybugs are expanding rapidly and damaging pastures in a growing number of Texas counties. (Hannah Harrison/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Pasture mealybugs are expanding rapidly and damaging pastures in a growing number of Texas counties. (Hannah Harrison/Texas A&M AgriLife)

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Pasture mealybug raises alarm for Texas livestock producers

Leslee Hackett
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
As Texas producers come to grips with the threat of New World screwworm, another new invasive pest — pasture mealybug — is casting a growing shadow over the state’s forage and livestock industries, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.
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