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Cotton Quick Take

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Thursday, May 21, 2026
Markets will look for more clarity this week after disappointing Trump-Xi meetings and heavy liquidation across commodities late last week.Outside markets will remain a major driver for cotton this week. Firmer inflation data, higher Treasury yields, and a stronger U.S.

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Head-on crash in Martin County leaves one dead

News Staff
Thursday, May 21, 2026
MARTIN COUNTY A 44-year-old Odessa man was killed late Saturday night in a head-on crash in Martin County, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.The crash happened around 11:15 p.m. May 16 on State Highway 176 near mile marker 277.DPS identified the man who died as Tomas Ruiz Jr..

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Court documents detail brutal killing inside Midland County mobile home

News Staff
Thursday, May 21, 2026
MIDLAND COUNTY - Three people behind bars in connection with what investigators describe as a brutal killing inside a Midland County mobile home where deputies discovered a dismembered body stored inside a plastic bin.The victim has not been publicly identified by law enforcement.

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Senior Citizens Lunch Menu

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Thursday, May 14, 2026
Call a day in advance by 4 p.m. for reservations 756-2791. Guests under 60 will be charged $8 per plate. Guests over 60 and their spouse eat free with a suggested donation of $3. May 18 - Beef Patty w/ Mushroom Gravy, Red Roasted Potatoes, Sauteed Zucchini, Hot Roll, Pineapples/Cherries.
Cotton Quick Take

Cotton Quick Take

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Cotton Quick Take

News Staff
Thursday, May 14, 2026
May 11, 2026 The Week Ahead Macro headlines are expected to drive the market this week, with talks involving Iran back in focus, a meeting with China on deck, and a busy slate of economic and fundamental data ahead.
This cast iron railroad sign likely traveled the rails during the T&P era and will be featured in the Martin County Historical Museum’s new exhibit highlighting the railroad’s role in shaping the area.

This cast iron railroad sign likely traveled the rails during the T&P era and will be featured in the Martin County Historical Museum’s new exhibit highlighting the railroad’s role in shaping the area.

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Artifact spotlight: Railroad sign highlights T&P’s impact on Martin County

News Staff
Thursday, May 14, 2026
MARTIN COUNTY - When the Martin County Historical Museum reopens this July, a new exhibit highlighting the Texas and Pacific Railroad will be on display.
Seidenberger, Jost finish season as State Champions

Seidenberger, Jost finish season as State Champions

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Seidenberger, Jost finish season as State Champions

Sydnee Gully
Thursday, May 14, 2026
SAN ANTONIO Garden City High School seniors Lacy Seidenberger and Presley Jost recently advanced to the Texas UIL 1A High School Tennis Championships, where they battled through adversity to earn a state title.Last year, they were quarterfinalists at the same tournament.
Stanton will soon be celebrating her 100th birthday and multiple organizations around town have come together to give her a huge party.

Stanton will soon be celebrating her 100th birthday and multiple organizations around town have come together to give her a huge party.

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Concerts, carnival and fireworks planned for Stanton centennial weekend

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Thursday, May 14, 2026
STANTON - Stanton’s 100th birthday celebration is still a couple months away, but planning has already been going on for nearly a year, and organizers are hoping it turns into one of the biggest weekends the town has seen.
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