Whiteface of the week

Deaf Smith County Chamber of Commerce Member Spotlight

TALES OF DEAF SMITH COUNTY

I’ve learned one thing in life, it’s that hard work pays off”.Phil GrammJanuary 1958Pay your poll tax!! Pay your poll tax!! That was the message for individuals all over the state and especially in Deaf Smith County for those seeking election to various offices.

TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION

Power grid holds up during wintry blast The electricity grid that covers most of Texas was holding up as of Sunday during the latest winter storm, although localized power outages were reported in Deep East Texas and far West Texas.

Financial Focus

Tax season is upon us, and while April 15 may seem like it’s right around the corner, you still have time to make some strategic moves that could lower your 2025 tax bill.

Rural Roads Are the Backbone of Rural Texas — and They Deserve Austin’s Attention

If you live in rural Texas, it will come as no surprise that county roads across the state are failing. You feel it every time you dodge a pothole, ease past slowmoving farm equipment, or watch a school bus crawl down a road that hasn’t seen real maintenance in years.

AG IN THE CLASSROOM

Hereford FFA officers and a few seniors enjoyed hosting area fourth graders at the annual Ag in the Classroom January 22 sponsored by Deaf Smith/Oldham County Farm Bureau. Thank you to the students who volunteered and brought animals to teach about the food and fiber that livestock provide.

HISD HOOPS WRAP UP

The Canyon Lady Eagles topped Hereford’s Lady Whitefaces 54-37 Friday early afternoon.The game was played early due to incoming winter weather.Following the girls varsity game the Whitefaces fell 80-41 Brix Machen and Tristen Smith both scored nine points in the loss.