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December 29, 2025 The Santa rally has held so far this week, with improving markets helping breathe some life back into the ag complex.
Marisela Juarez, 38, of Stanton, was arrested on a felony charge of driving while intoxicated with a child passenger.

Marisela Juarez, 38, of Stanton, was arrested on a felony charge of driving while intoxicated with a child passenger.

Stanton woman arrested for felony DWI with child in vehicle

- A Stanton woman was arrested late Sunday after police said she was driving while intoxicated with a child in the vehicle, which is a felony offense under Texas law..The incident occurred around 11 p.m. Dec. 28 after the Stanton Police Department received a report of a reckless driver.
Danny and Billie Fryar pose next to Santa and Mrs. Claus at the senior center Christmas party. Each guest received a bag of gifts purchased with funds raised by The Corner Day Spa & Salon.

Danny and Billie Fryar pose next to Santa and Mrs. Claus at the senior center Christmas party. Each guest received a bag of gifts purchased with funds raised by The Corner Day Spa & Salon.

Local business raises $4,500 to provide Christmas gifts for local seniors

The Martin County Senior Center held its annual Christmas party on Dec. 9 to celebrate the holiday season with local seniors and staff.The party took place at the new Stanton Community Center and included a catered meal.
Evidence recovered from the vehicle during the drug investigation, including methamphetamine, scales and cash. Deputies found additional meth and paraphernalia in a motel room.

Evidence recovered from the vehicle during the drug investigation, including methamphetamine, scales and cash. Deputies found additional meth and paraphernalia in a motel room.

Tip leads deputies to meth bust at Stanton motel

- Two women were arrested and 186 grams of methamphetamine were seized Saturday in Stanton after law enforcement officers searched a motel room and a vehicle seen leaving the property, according to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office.Sheriff Randy Cozart said his office received a tip on Dec.

Scholarship opportunity announced

- The Permian Basin Underground Water Conservation District is proud to be sponsoring their annual scholarship essay contest for graduating seniors who are planning to attend college or trade school.

Water district set to collect well measurements

Permian Basin Underground Water Conservation District (PBUWCD) personnel are set to begin their annual depthto- water level measurements.The data collected helps determine the effect of the 2024 pumping on groundwater levels in the aquifers within the district.

Several new Texas laws set to take effect Jan. 1

- A number of new state laws will go into effect in Texas on Jan. 1 after being approved during the 2025 legislative session and signed by Gov. Greg Abbott.The new laws cover a range of topics, including immigration enforcement, business taxes, evictions and technology.