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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)

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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 heard about from their parents and grandparents.

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Glasscock County Sheriff’s Office reports active month in May

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
GLASSCOCK COUNTY - The Glasscock County Sheriff’s Office remained busy throughout May, responding to a wide range of calls and incidents across the county.According to the department’s monthly activity report, deputies responded to 10 medical calls and nine motor vehicle accidents during the month.
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

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

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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.
Busy week ahead at Complex

Busy week ahead at Complex

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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 11-14, highlighted by the Martin County Little League District Tournament and the Matthew Land & Cattle World Series Team Roping Qualifier.
Cotton Quick Take

Cotton Quick Take

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Cotton Quick Take

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
June 1, 2026 The Week Ahead Cotton enters June with some supportive headlines following the launch of the Great American Cotton plan and India’s removal of its cotton import duty.

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Coming up at the Complex

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
6/4/2026 Grable Team Roping Practice – 6 p.m. Start in Climate Controlled Arena Martin County Little League Games – 6 p.m. East & West Fields 6/5-6/7 AKC Agility Dog Show – Indoor Arena Competition starts 10 a.m. on Friday and 8:30 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Stanton-raised musician Tristan Graves to take stage at centennial celebration

Stanton-raised musician Tristan Graves to take stage at centennial celebration

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Stanton-raised musician Tristan Graves to take stage at centennial celebration

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
STANTON - Stanton native and rising Texas singersongwriter Tristan Graves will return to his hometown this summer to perform during the Stanton Centennial Celebration, a once-in-ageneration event marking the town’s 100th anniversary.

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Healthy eating, healthy aging focus of AgriLife Extension event

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
STANTON - Eating healthier doesn’t have to mean following a complicated diet or giving up favorite foods.That’s one of the messages Texas A&M AgriLife Extension’s Martin County office hopes people take away from “Living Well the Mediterranean Way!

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Judge Cox honored for commitment to excellence

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
GALVESTON - Martin County Judge Bryan Cox has been named a Fellow of the Texas Judicial Academy by the Texas Association of Counties (TAC).The honor recognizes county judges who go beyond the state's minimum education requirements and show dedication to judicial excellence.
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