Hereford Brand
News Staff
It’s Spicer Gripp time!This year’s event, scheduled for Aug. 6-9, is expected to attract competitors and spectators from across Texas and neighboring states.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Hereford Police Department & Deaf Smith County Sheriff’s Report
News Staff
Deaf Smith County Sheriff’s Dept.July 27 Jose Antonio Salazar was arrested for criminal mischief greater than or equal to $100, less than $750.Cynthia Cardenas was arrested for robbery, bail jumping and fail to appear felony.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
News Staff
To the owners of loose dogs, I know you don’t care about me. That’s OK. The Lord is watching over me so I will be alright. But don’t you care about your pet and your neighbors?This dog in the picture was after me this morning (Sunday, 8-226) while on my walk.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS
Gary Borders
Cyclosporiasis mostly in two regions in state Nearly three-fourths of cyclosporiasis cases detected in Texas have been confined to two regions, The Dallas Morning News reported. The Texas Department of State Health Services provided numbers for each of the state’s eight public health regions.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Hereford Jubilee upcoming on August 15
Jim Steiert
The benediction bash of summer, the annual Hereford Jubilee celebrating agrarian life and community and recognizing the county’s Top Hand in farming and ranching, is set for Saturday, August 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in and around Dameron Park.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Alt Text for ImageHereford’s Tennis Team traveled to Lubbock Friday and started the day off with a 11-8 win against Lubbock High. It was a true team win, with key victories from both the boys and girls in doubles and singles. Macy Betzen clinched the 10th win of the dual with a dominant performance in singles and doubles. In the afternoon, The Herd battled hard but came up short against Lubbock Cooper, falling 7-12.
TENNIS KICK OFF
News Staff
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
The Hereford Whitefaces started football practice Monday morning along with other teams in the State of Texas. (Courtesy photos)
HERD TAKES THE FIELD
News Staff
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
City hears late audit report, capital expenditure ideas
Jim Steiert
In a called meeting July 27, city commissioners heard an informative presentation from Specialized Public Finance concerning capital expenditures for the 2026-2027 fiscal year, and approved a proposed tax rate for the new fiscal year.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
The City of Hereford water tower near Whiteface Field is sporting new repairs and a new coat of paint. The project has been underway for weeks and is nearly complete. (Brand photo)
NEW COAT
News Staff
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Northwest Pump Station tank down for repairs
Jim Steiert
The process of maintenance and repair of the city’s elevated and ground water storage tanks continues. USG Water Solutions is restoring city water storage tanks.On Monday of this week the City of Hereford began renovation work on the Northwest Pump Station ground storage tank.
Wednesday, August 5, 2026