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Tulia Elementary School recognition Students of the Month 5th Grader Kailynn Martinez, 1st Grader Ariana Martinez, Kindergartener Ivana Contreras, 3rd Grader Isaiah Mendoza, and 4th Grader Jacelyn Daniels

Tulia Elementary School recognition Students of the Month 5th Grader Kailynn Martinez, 1st Grader Ariana Martinez, Kindergartener Ivana Contreras, 3rd Grader Isaiah Mendoza, and 4th Grader Jacelyn Daniels

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Rodriguez Sworn in as New TISD Police Officer at September TISD Board Meeting

News Staff
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Tulia Independent School District was held on September 21, 2026 in the Swinburn Board Room. No public comments were heard.A public hearing on Senate Bill 12 was held. Senate Bill 12 is about parental rights.
JEANETTE’S VIGNETTES

JEANETTE’S VIGNETTES

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JEANETTE’S VIGNETTES

News Staff
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
The best news I can report is that I had rain at my house this week. I know that south and east of me there was some severe hail. That is unfortunate for those farmers who are struggling anyway because of the drought we have had this summer. Weather in our area is very unpredictable.

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HIDDEN TREASURES AT THE MUSEUM

Robert P. Chadwick
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Francisco Vazquez Coronado was a Spanish Conquistador who explored the southwestern United States between 1540 and 1542. Francisco from early on had the fever.
Capturing this moment in her memory, senior Gracy Pearson takes in her last Happy High school bonfire. Photo by Reiny Ziegler

Capturing this moment in her memory, senior Gracy Pearson takes in her last Happy High school bonfire. Photo by Reiny Ziegler

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HAPPY ISD

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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Tulia Police Chief Paul Brown presented Officer Carson Kisselburg with a Life Saving Award for his actions during the explosion on August 4, 2026.

Tulia Police Chief Paul Brown presented Officer Carson Kisselburg with a Life Saving Award for his actions during the explosion on August 4, 2026.

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Officer Kisselburg Presented Life Saving Award

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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
A regular meeting of the City Council was scheduled for September 15, 2026 at 6:00PM. Due to a lack of a quorum the City Council did not have their regular meeting.
Silverton Fire Department

Silverton Fire Department

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Mid-Plains Communications Gives Back to Local Volunteer Fire Departments

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Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Cooperative rooted in the communities it servesMid-Plains Communications is once again giving back to the volunteer fire departments that protect the communities it serves.Since 1950, Mid-Plains Rural Telephone Cooperative has been built on a simple foundation: connecting the communities it serves...

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Sheriff’s Office responds to Shots Fired

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Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Swisher County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shots fired call on Wednesday morning in the area of NW 10th Street and North Donley. The Tulia Police Department and Texas Ranger assisted with the investigation. It is believed to be an isolated incident and there is no threat to the public.
Kloe Chasco was selected as the Rotary Club Student of the Month

Kloe Chasco was selected as the Rotary Club Student of the Month

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TULIA ROTARY CLUB

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Wednesday, September 16, 2026
September 17 Breakfast - Morning griddle or cereal, fruit, juice, milk Pre-K Lunch - Hamburger, tomato cup, fruit, milk K-12 Lunch - Hamburger, tomato cup, broccoli, fruit, milk 3/4 Shark beach field trip 6 – 7am - JH & HS - XC Workout 5 – 6pm - JH Football Happy @ Wildorado 6 – 7:30pm - JV...
Swisher Briscoe Retired School Personnel had a Backyard Brunch to start their new year. The Brunch was held in the back yard of Tom Davey. Special guests were District 16 Officers. Pictured are Back Row: Bobby Moudy, Nancy House, Jennifer Straun, Carolyn Cobb, Shirley Dalluge, Jeanne Todd, and Sheila Via. Front Row: Dorothy Hulsey, Pat Devin, Karen Barnett, Tammy Price, Gwyn Ann Shannon, Renee Hartman, and Pegi Russell

Swisher Briscoe Retired School Personnel had a Backyard Brunch to start their new year. The Brunch was held in the back yard of Tom Davey. Special guests were District 16 Officers. Pictured are Back Row: Bobby Moudy, Nancy House, Jennifer Straun, Carolyn Cobb, Shirley Dalluge, Jeanne Todd, and Sheila Via. Front Row: Dorothy Hulsey, Pat Devin, Karen Barnett, Tammy Price, Gwyn Ann Shannon, Renee Hartman, and Pegi Russell

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RETIRED SCHOOL PERSONNEL

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Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Swisher-Briscoe Retired School Personnel held their annual Brunch to open the 20262027 year.Tom Davey hosted the gathering in his backyard.Attendees received information from Doneice Ray, District Legislative Chairman and from Gwyn Ann Shannon, local president.
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