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Shiner sophomore Ryan Peterson slides into third base during the regional championship victory over Sabinal last week in Jourdanton. by Howard Esse

Shiner sophomore Ryan Peterson slides into third base during the regional championship victory over Sabinal last week in Jourdanton. by Howard Esse

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Shiner crushes Sabinal to win regional crown

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Thursday, June 10, 2021
JOURDANTON — Shiner waited 17 years to get back to the state tournament. The Comanches weren’t about to let some bad weather deter their opportunity.
The Martin County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the May 2021 Business of the Month is Redneck Metal Buildings. Redneck Metal Buildings is a big supporter of the Chamber and other businesses. Redneck Metal Buildings hosted their first Redneck Roundup Car and Truck Show April 10th with a huge attendance. Redneck Roundup raised $50,000 and donated it to the charity “Gifts of Hope” serving cancer patients and their families offering support, lodging, information and networking.

The Martin County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the May 2021 Business of the Month is Redneck Metal Buildings. Redneck Metal Buildings is a big supporter of the Chamber and other businesses. Redneck Metal Buildings hosted their first Redneck Roundup Car and Truck Show April 10th with a huge attendance. Redneck Roundup raised $50,000 and donated it to the charity “Gifts of Hope” serving cancer patients and their families offering support, lodging, information and networking.

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Local students, 4-Hers compete at state competitions

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Thursday, June 3, 2021
AUSTIN - Martin County has been represented well at the state level for several weeks with the most recent being on May 25-26 at the State UIL Speech and Debate tournament. Debate is the League’s longest-running contest, dating back to 1910.
Martin County may have wrapped up

Martin County may have wrapped up

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Martin County may have wrapped up

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Thursday, May 27, 2021
Martin County may have wrapped up its little league season, but several players are continuing to practice in preparation for summer all-star tournaments.

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Click It or Ticket campaign underway

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Thursday, May 27, 2021
WEST TEXAS — Despite a drop in the number of traffic crashes throughout the year, 2020 saw a spike in the number of fatalities overall and deaths of people in Texas from not wearing a seat belt. That’s why TxDOT is reminding everyone that buckling up is the best defense in a crash.

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Grady tennis duo falls in quarterfinal

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Thursday, May 27, 2021
SAN ANTONIO – Grady senior Raina Short and freshman Samantha Griffin competed in the Class A State Tennis Tournament on May 20 at the Blosom Tennis Center in San Antonio.

Fishing reports improve to excellent in Hill Country

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Thursday, May 6, 2021
Alan Henry FAIR. Water clear 67- 69 degrees; 5.82’ low. Black bass are good, especially with rain and increasing temperatures this week, but stay away on east wind days. Fish with crankbaits, spinners, and worms staying close to the dam and using the plentiful habitats of rocks and timber.
Riley Mathis runs to second base

Riley Mathis runs to second base

Riley Mathis runs to second base

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Thursday, May 6, 2021
Riley Mathis runs to second base during Martin County Babe Ruth Leagee TeeBall action earlier this year. Hundreds of Martin County youth have enjoyed playing baseball the past couple months. Closing ceremonies are set for May 25.

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Wildcat’s track season come to a close

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Thursday, April 29, 2021
LEVELLAND – The Grady Wildcats were in Levelland on Apr. 23 and 24 for the Region I Class A Track and Field Meet at South Plains College in Levelland. Boys Division Individual Results 100 Meter Isaiah Ontiveros, 11.73 400 Meters 5. Frankie Jimenez, 54.05 800 Meter Nick Hamm, 2:23.

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Benedict honored with all-area selection

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Thursday, April 29, 2021
MIDLAND - The Reporter-Telegram released the fourth edition of its all-area high school boys basketball team. Honorees were voted on by Oscar LeRoy and Christopher Hadorn. Superlative and District 5-3A selections were: MVP – Joseph Venzant, Midland Christian, Sr.
Smith, Lopez represent Stanton at regional track meet

Smith, Lopez represent Stanton at regional track meet

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Smith, Lopez represent Stanton at regional track meet

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Thursday, April 29, 2021
ABILENE – Stanton’s regional qualifiers, Ashton Smith and Max Lopez, competed at the Region I Class AAA Track and Field Meet at Abilene Christian University on April 23. Lopez ran the 400 Meter and finished with a 53.05. Smith placed fifth in the shot put with a personal best heave of 48-02.50.
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