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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.

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THE BIBLE SAYS

Jesus Is Faithful
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Jesus said, “I always do the things that are pleasing to Him” (John 8:29). Faithfulness is one of the most endearing qualities we can find in another person.
THE IDLE AMERICAN

THE IDLE AMERICAN

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THE IDLE AMERICAN

A Capital Moment….
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Commentary by Dr. Don Newbury It wasn’t something he expected to find in his rural mail box. However, my Uncle Mort opened the envelope joyously; it was from his great nephew.He thought immediately about his kin’s spread deep in Arkansas.
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.
Happy High School Cowboy Cross Country

Happy High School Cowboy Cross Country

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Happy Cross Country at Amarillo ISD Invitational

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Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Middle School Boys21 Ferguson, Tuff 13:54.62136 Pearson, Christian 18:15.54 Middle School Girls13 Davis, Kaylee 15:33.4693 Dyer, Sarah 18:29.26139 Kasko, Kaezli 20:38.86161 Millsap, Kenzleigh 22:19.02190 Dyke, Elise 24:45.86 Varsity Boys7 Ferguson, J’Lond 17:21.5448 Ferguson, EJ 19:49.59 81 Leech,...
Gabriel Dominguez finds room to run after intercepting a pass Friday.

Gabriel Dominguez finds room to run after intercepting a pass Friday.

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TULIA HOMECOMING COURT

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Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Tulia Homecoming Court Jose Verdugo, Gustavo Trevino, Jacob Trevino, Jarvis Pastrana Jocelyn Avila, Iceland Kelly, Mayci Del Toro, Destiney Dominguez
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