Early this week, the Community Foundation of Abilene announced the awarding of over $200,000 in grants to support neighboring rural communities and the fire departments that serve them. Both Roby and Rotan departments — better known as the Fisher County Volunteer Fire Department —were recipients…
In a unanimous vote, the Rotan City Council voted to accept the bid for purchasing the old Callan Hospital earlier this month, a city-owned property that has fallen into a state of disrepair. While some work is already underway for cleaning and securing the old building, its future is still being…
Stonewall Memorial Board of Directors, the district’s administrative team, and Deborah Whitley with Forvis met last week, where Whitley pointed out how despite the district’s steady improvement, there remain strong concerns about cash flow and future sustainability.Deborah Whitley with Forvis — the…
Lady Hornets Clinch playoff berth after tie breaker win over Roby
Varsity Girls100 Meter Dash2nd...Taylor Jeffrey...Roby...12.63rd...Talyn Lewis...Rotan...12.97200 Meter Dash1st...Taylor Jeffrey...Roby...27.138th...Talyn Lewis...Rotan...29.13400 Meter Dash 2nd...Hailee Garmer...Roby...1:01.48 800 Meter Run2nd...Hailee Garmer...Roby...2:24.364th...Lilly…
The AISD Trustees reviewed the plans for the continued revitalization of the school’s old baseball field, approving the roughly $17,000 bid to haul and spread material and install new bases for the infield.Although overgrown with vegetation a mesquite trees that reclaimed the diamond’s infield,…
CHICKEN IN THE CROCK POTby Carol Greenway-Holland2 legs and 2 thighs (we like the dark meat the best) Lay in the bottom of your crock pot, salt, pepper and your favorite seasonings Open 1 can of cream of chicken soup and pour over chicken Peel you 2 small potatoes and lay on top, with one onion cut…
Hey there, fellow pancake enthusiasts! Can you feel it? That springtime vibe is in full swing, and I’m here to share a pancake recipe that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance. I mean, who can resist the zesty allure of lemon combined with the delightful crunch of poppyseeds? Yep, you guessed…
It is never easy to say goodbye to our loved one. Our hearts are riddled with grief. Tears fall God knows He captures every tear that is running down our face.He provided us with a comforter.The Holy Spirit that dwells within us. We are saved by His grace. Amen
Several months ago, I shared my reluctance to make New Year’s resolutions around January 1. That newsletter actually sparked some interesting conversations with some friends and readers about the topic. Those conversations revealed that I am not alone in my thinking, which was an encouraging…
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Early this week, the Community Foundation of Abilene announced the awarding of over $200,000 in grants to support neighboring rural communities and the fire…
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In a unanimous vote, the Rotan City Council voted to accept the bid for purchasing the old Callan Hospital earlier this month, a city-owned property that has…
Jeff Hurt I
Stonewall Memorial Board of Directors, the district’s administrative team, and Deborah Whitley with Forvis met last week, where Whitley pointed out how despite…
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Lady Hornets Clinch playoff berth after tie breaker win over Roby
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Varsity Girls 100 Meter Dash 2nd...Taylor Jeffrey...Roby...12.6 3rd...Talyn Lewis...Rotan...12.97 200 Meter Dash 1st...Taylor Jeffrey...Roby...27.13 8th...…
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The AISD Trustees reviewed the plans for the continued revitalization of the school’s old baseball field, approving the roughly $17,000 bid to haul and spread…
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November 1, 1947 - April 17, 2024 Barbara Kay Gruben, 76, of Rotan passed away on Wednesday, April 17 at her home. A visitation and funeral service are…
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October 25, 1948 - April 9, 2024 Teddy Gene Kral, age 75, of Roby, Texas, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. Graveside services were held…
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September 18, 1946 - April 2, 2024 Michael Lee Lanning, 77, was born in Sweetwater, Texas, on September 18, 1946, and died at his home in Lampasas, Texas, on…
