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Blue Christmas Service offers hope and comfort during the holidays

STANTON - While the Christmas season is often marked by joy, celebration, and togetherness, it can also be a difficult time for many who are experiencing loss, grief, or loneliness.

Connell House Celebrates Fall and Christmas Season 2025

STANTON - The Connell House has been bustling with activity this fall, welcoming special guests and spreading holiday cheer as the historic home prepared for Christmas.

The Savvy Senior

Dear Savvy Senior, I recently had an estate plan drafted, including a will, power of attorney and advance directive, but I’m not sure what to do about all my online accounts – email, banking, and social media.

Buffaloes close Hooptown Classic with statement win

— The Stanton Buffaloes showcased grit, growth, and a late-weekend surge as they hosted the Pinky Jones Hooptown Classic on Dec. 5–6 at Stanton High School.

Quilts of Valor

Rebecca Riley presented Quilts of Valor to: Top: Domingo Silva Right: Arnold Phillips Bottom: Albert Garza

Stanton Middle School Band Members Earn All-Region Honors

— Eighteen members of the Stanton Middle School Best Band Herd traveled to auditions last Friday, December 5, where they competed against more than 500 student musicians from across West Texas for a chance to earn placement in the Association of Texas Small School Bands (ATSSB) All-Region Middle...

Martin County Chamber brings chamber leaders together in Stanton

- The Martin County Chamber of Commerce hosted chamber leaders from across West Texas on Thursday, Nov. 13, for a regional chamber executive meeting. The event was held at the Convent, and visitors also toured the historic Connell House with guides from the Martin County Historical Museum.

SandHills Stock Show and Rodeo crowns 2026 Royalty, announces Aaron Watson as headliner

- The SandHills Stock Show and Rodeo has named its 2026 royalty, honoring three young women who will represent one of West Texas’ most celebrated rodeo traditions.

Dear Savvy Senior

What simple tips can you recommend for making a home age friendly? My husband and I are in our late-sixties and want to remain living in our home for as long as possible.

Mrs. Bayer’s First Grade

Mrs. Bayer’s First Grade class spent the morning learning fire safety with some of local volunteer firefighters from Stanton last week at the annual first responders day.