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Texas leads in wild hog population

Texas leads in wild hog population

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Texas leads in wild hog population

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Feral hogs have been proven to be bad for the U.S. economy — causing billions a year in damage to crops, fences, irrigation lines, managed landscapes and water supplies.The U.S. Department of Agriculture estimates costs from their damage and control at an estimated $2.5 billion annually in the U.S.

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Former Perryton AD faces federal charges

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024
The former Perryton ISD coach and athletic director who was arrested earlier this year is now facing federal charges.Cole Underwood faces a count of enticement and attempted enticement of a 15year-old girl, a federal felony that carries a punishment of 10 years to life in prison.

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Raising awareness for men’s health

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Men are statistically less likely to visit healthcare providers regularly, with 80 percent showing reluctance compared to women. This hesitation can lead to severe and preventable health issues due to the neglect of routine checkups and screenings.

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TPWD Lubbock office suffers fire

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024
After the fire alarm system was triggered, Lubbock Fire Rescue (LFR) responded to find the building’s sprinkler system engaged. Between LFR and the sprinkler system, the fire was extinguished and LFR cleared the scene. No personnel were injured.
DISD Retiring Teachers (left to right) - Lisa Gunstream, Rebecca Rodriguez, Jeanie Birkenfeld, Larry Leivas and Darla Fisher. Not pictured, Chole Ortiz and Anita Velasquez.

DISD Retiring Teachers (left to right) - Lisa Gunstream, Rebecca Rodriguez, Jeanie Birkenfeld, Larry Leivas and Darla Fisher. Not pictured, Chole Ortiz and Anita Velasquez.

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DISD honors staff, board members

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024
DISD held its Employee Awards Luncheon on May 24 and presented awards to staff and school board members. See more photos on back page.DISD Outgoing School Board members – Chevo Lumbrera (Place 3) who has served for 28 years; and Richard Martinez (Place 1) with 17 years of service.
Aaron Cervantez

Aaron Cervantez

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Dimmitt teens suffer devastating car crash

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Two Dimmitt teens were killed and one critically injured in a brutal car crash in Amarillo this past Friday. The accident occurred just before 9 p.m. at Soncy and SW 45th Ave.

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Nelson urges ballot privacy procedures

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Secretary of State Jane Nelson today issued an advisory on the urgent need to protect the privacy of Texas voters.The advisory comes at a time when there are claims of publicly disclosing ballots for political purposes.“Every Texan has the right to a secret ballot, and that right must remain sacred.
This past Thursday, Nazareth graduate and FFA chapter memberChloe Birkenfeld won the $20,000 Texas FFA scholarship sponsored by Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. There were 150 finalists competing for scholarships.

This past Thursday, Nazareth graduate and FFA chapter memberChloe Birkenfeld won the $20,000 Texas FFA scholarship sponsored by Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. There were 150 finalists competing for scholarships.

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This past Thursday, Nazareth graduate and FFA

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Wednesday, June 12, 2024
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