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Hereford Jubilee upcoming on August 15

Jim Steiert
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
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.

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City hears late audit report, capital expenditure ideas

Jim Steiert
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
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.
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)

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)

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NEW COAT

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Wednesday, August 5, 2026

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Northwest Pump Station tank down for repairs

Jim Steiert
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
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.
Hospital board approves tax abatements for Google, Intersect Power

Hospital board approves tax abatements for Google, Intersect Power

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Hospital board approves tax abatements for Google, Intersect Power

Jim Steiert
Saturday, August 1, 2026
With one vote no and one abstention, the Deaf Smith County Hospital District board voted to grant ten-year tax abatements to Intersect Power and Google LLC during a highlight portion of their regular monthly meeting at the Hereford Regional Medical Center Board Room July 23.
Khloe and Killer belong to Prescillia Valadez. To enter your pet in the Hereford BRAND’s Pet Pic of the Week contest visit us on Facebook and submit your picture there. Winners receive a free one year online subscription to the Hereford BRAND or some Hereford BRAND merchandise. Winners need to come by 205 E. Park Avenue to the Brand office to claim their prize.

Khloe and Killer belong to Prescillia Valadez. To enter your pet in the Hereford BRAND’s Pet Pic of the Week contest visit us on Facebook and submit your picture there. Winners receive a free one year online subscription to the Hereford BRAND or some Hereford BRAND merchandise. Winners need to come by 205 E. Park Avenue to the Brand office to claim their prize.

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Pet Pic of the Week

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Saturday, August 1, 2026
TYING A TROUT GETTER-In happy times of yesteryear 4-H adventure, Judith Jones came to Hereford to share her fly tying skills and know-how with lucky members of the Trailblazers 4-H Club. Her generosity made an impression. (Photo by Jim Steiert)

TYING A TROUT GETTER-In happy times of yesteryear 4-H adventure, Judith Jones came to Hereford to share her fly tying skills and know-how with lucky members of the Trailblazers 4-H Club. Her generosity made an impression. (Photo by Jim Steiert)

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Swapping stories with Judy, a lady of dry fly creation

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Saturday, August 1, 2026
By Jim SteiertContributing WriterI remember times of visiting and co-presenting with my friend Judith Jones ---she a Texas Master Naturalist of consummate skills in bird watching and wildflower identification.

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Hereford Retired School Employees Celebrate 55 Years of Service

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Saturday, August 1, 2026
The Hereford Retired School Employees is the local chapter of the Texas Retired Teachers Association (TRTA). This year, the chapter celebrates its 55th anniversary, having been established in the early 1970s.Today, the organization has about 90 members.Members meet at 11:30 a.m.
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