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The popular tourist destination for West Texans, Ruidoso, New Mexico, and areas nearby have emptied out due to a mandatory evacuation order as the South Fork Fire threatens the area.

The popular tourist destination for West Texans, Ruidoso, New Mexico, and areas nearby have emptied out due to a mandatory evacuation order as the South Fork Fire threatens the area.

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Wildfire bears down on Ruidoso

News Staff
Wednesday, June 19, 2024
The South Plains and southern Panhandle region was subject to haze due to two wildfires in and around the Ruidoso, New Mexico area this week, and can expect more the fires progress, according to the National Weather Service.

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Editor’s Message

News Staff
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
After several years of debate, the COVID-19 vaccine has been deemed NOT a vaccine because it does not meet the criteria of “preventing” the virus. Now, the vaccine takes another hit, being called a biological weapon and weapon of mass destruction.
Sheriff Sal Rivera

Sheriff Sal Rivera

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Keep It Safe: Road Construction Traffic Safety

Sheriff Sal Rivera
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
With road construction beginning on U.S. Highway 385 north of Dimmitt, drivers are asked to pay close attention as they drive through the construction areas. It is asked that drivers watch out for other drivers, as well as TXDOT and private road construction personnel.
Quinn Minute - Class reunion

Quinn Minute - Class reunion

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Quinn Minute - Class reunion

News Staff
Wednesday, June 12, 2024
The old guy in the grocery line looked about two coughing spells away from the Promised Land. Gnarled and unshaven, he mumbled to himself while the clerk totaled his bill.He noticed me as he reached into his pocket for change, and accidentally pulled out a set of teeth.

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TEXAS Outdoor Musical kicks off June 6

News Staff
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
The Texas Panhandle offers a bit of culture in the summer with performances beginning in June for “TEXAS” and “Shakespeare in the Canyon.”Widely known, the 58th season of the TEXAS Outdoor Musical will get underway on June 6 and run through Aug.
Hating Excellence

Hating Excellence

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Hating Excellence

News Staff
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Too many public organizations gravitate towards performance at the lowest common denominator. Private organizations do too, but mediocrity’s poison is more prevalent in public settings. There is something stifling in dense bureaucracies.The causes of challenges in public higher education are varied.
Quinn Minute - Aunts, uncles and cousins

Quinn Minute - Aunts, uncles and cousins

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Quinn Minute - Aunts, uncles and cousins

News Staff
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
My friend Mel just got back from an aunt’s funeral, where he met family members he did not know he had.Personally, I’ve met more relatives at funerals than I have at weddings…but maybe it’s because weddings require an invitation.Last month, my uncle told me that my third cousin had died.
Summer fun in the Texas Panhandle

Summer fun in the Texas Panhandle

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Summer fun in the Texas Panhandle

News Staff
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
For those not having time for a vacation, there are some summer day excursions that are worth exploring to have a little fun in the Texas Panhandle area.It is time to gear up for the Texas Route 66 Festival set for June 6-15.
Quinn Minute - My frog drawing

Quinn Minute - My frog drawing

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Quinn Minute - My frog drawing

News Staff
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
In my long and unproductive life, I’ve encountered several disgusting things… and I’ve stepped in a few of them.But few gave me more displeasure than dissecting a frog. This was a school requirement, and I dreaded it for weeks.
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