Bred heifers graze on the GKB Cattle operation near Tarzan. The ranch has increased monitoring of livestock and implemented additional fly-control measures as New World screwworm cases continue to be reported in Texas. (Photo courtesy of GKB Cattle/Facebook)

Bred heifers graze on the GKB Cattle operation near Tarzan. The ranch has increased monitoring of livestock and implemented additional fly-control measures as New World screwworm cases continue to be reported in Texas. (Photo courtesy of GKB Cattle/Facebook)

West Texas ranchers prepare for return of screwworm after confirmed cases

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
WEST TEXAS - For more than 50 years, the screwworm fly has been something most Texas ranchers only...
Midland man killed in four-vehicle crash on I-20 in Martin Cou

Midland man killed in four-vehicle crash on I-20 in Martin Cou

Midland man killed in four-vehicle crash on I-20 in Martin County

Thursday, June 11, 2026

MARTIN COUNTY - An 88-year-old Midland man was killed and three other people were injured in a four-vehicle crash Friday afternoon on Interstate 20 in Martin County.According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the crash happened around 1:45 p.m.

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Cotton Quick Take

Cotton Quick Take

Cotton Quick Take

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
June 8, 2026 After a difficult start to June, the market’s focus is beginning to shift from...

Help for pets

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
MARTIN COUNTY - Martin County Animal Advocates is encouraging local pet owners to take advantage of...
Busy week ahead at Complex

Busy week ahead at Complex

Busy week ahead at Complex

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
MARTIN COUNTY - The Martin County Community Complex will host a full slate of activities June...
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Last Thursday at Stanton High School, seniors Jonas Rivas (left) and Valentino Rodriguez (right) signed their letters of intent to join the Navy. Both will be leaving to Navy boot camp after graduation. They are pictured with their parents and Father Michael Rodriguez.

Last Thursday at Stanton High School, seniors Jonas Rivas (left) and Valentino Rodriguez (right) signed their letters of intent to join the Navy. Both will be leaving to Navy boot camp after graduation. They are pictured with their parents and Father Michael Rodriguez.

Last Thursday

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Thursday, May 14, 2026
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Garden City Lady Bearkats golf team is the Class 1A State Golf Runner-Up. The team was led by senior Keegan Batla with a 4th place finish.

Garden City Lady Bearkats golf team is the Class 1A State Golf Runner-Up. The team was led by senior Keegan Batla with a 4th place finish.

Garden City Lady Bearkats

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Thursday, May 7, 2026
Garden City Lady Bearkats
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