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Student Council Officers Vice President Layaha Ward, Secretary Zac Maestes, Treasurer Kloee Ramos, 2nd Vice President Nehemiah Castellon, President Elijah Lopez

Student Council Officers Vice President Layaha Ward, Secretary Zac Maestes, Treasurer Kloee Ramos, 2nd Vice President Nehemiah Castellon, President Elijah Lopez

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TULIA JUNIOR HIGH VIP

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Wednesday, July 1, 2026

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USDA Designates 23 Texas Counties as Natural Disaster Areas

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Wednesday, July 1, 2026
This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans.
City Council presented Jeremy Earl with as sign in recognition of 30 years of service to the Tulia Fire Department. Pictured are Robert Bazemore, Dusty George, Jed Owens, Bibo Ramirez, and Jeremy Earl.

City Council presented Jeremy Earl with as sign in recognition of 30 years of service to the Tulia Fire Department. Pictured are Robert Bazemore, Dusty George, Jed Owens, Bibo Ramirez, and Jeremy Earl.

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Budget Discussions Started During June City Council Meeting

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Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Tulia City Council held a special called meeting on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 in the Council Chambers of Tulia City Hall. No public comments were heard.Council members recognized Jeremy Earl and his 30 years of service to the Tulia Volunteer Fire Department.
Co-CEOs Mark Rostafin and Juan Suarez presented Johnny Shelburne of the Tulia Fire Department with a $30,000 donation for the purchase of a new Command Pickup for the Tulia Fire Department.

Co-CEOs Mark Rostafin and Juan Suarez presented Johnny Shelburne of the Tulia Fire Department with a $30,000 donation for the purchase of a new Command Pickup for the Tulia Fire Department.

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Vesper Energy Breaks Ground on Nazareth Solar

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Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Vesper Energy broke ground June 24, 2026 on Nazareth Solar, a 201-megawatt utility-scale solar project in Swisher County, Texas.
THE BIBLE SAYS

THE BIBLE SAYS

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THE BIBLE SAYS

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Moses said, “These are the commands, decrees, and regulations that the LORD your God commanded me to teach you… so that you, your children and their children after them may fear the LORD your God… Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength… Impress...

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WTAMU NEWS

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
America at 250: Don’t Buy the Cynicism, Earn the Optimism Adopted from May 2026 Commencement Speech.America turns 250 this year. That should mean celebration. But if all we do is throw fireworks and post flag photos, we’ll miss the point. Two hundred and fifty years doesn’t prove we’re perfect.

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Preparing for Mosquitoes

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
\\With rainfall finally blessing the region, controlling mosquitoes and the threat of the diseases they transmit will be a critical concern very soon. From an integrated approach, mosquitoes are no different from any other targeted pest causing problems.

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Quilt of Valor Nominations Open

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
A Quilt of Valor (QOV) is a quality, handmade quilt that is machine or hand quilted. It is awarded to a Service Member or Veteran who has been touched by war. The Quilt says unequivocally, “Thank you for your service and sacrifice in serving our nation.
Jeff Blackmon

Jeff Blackmon

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LAUGHS OF THE WEEK

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Actual bumper stickers * Horn broken. Watch for finger.* Your kid may be an honors student, but you’re still an idiot.* All generalizations are false. * Cover me. I’m changing lanes.* I brake for no apparent reason.* Learn from your parents’ mistakes – use birth control.
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