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Severe weather risk possible this weekend

- There is now a severe risk for all of Easter Weekend from Good Friday through Easter Sunday for parts of Oklahoma and parts of Texas.

Community Good Friday Service, Easter Egg Hunt

- Everyone is invited to the Community Good Friday SErvice and Community Easter Egg Hunt.The Good Friday Service will be at St. Joseph's Chapel at 6 p.m. Pastor Bobby Wilson will be officiating.This is a nondenominational service and all are welcome.Then on Apr. 19 from 2-3 p.m.

Martin County Sheriff Investigating Oil Thefts

- Authorities are investigating a string of oil thefts reported last week at three separate lease sites north of Interstate 20 off FM 3033.

Fixin’ to Happen

- The Stanton High School Theatre Buffs will present a public performance of their 2025 one-act play and showcase their UIL film contest entries on April 24 at 6:30 p.m. in the high school auditorium.

Stanton Elementary set to begin new PK/Kinder registration Apr. 22

- Stanton Elementary will begin registration for the 25-26 school year for NEW PK/Kinder students today, April 22, 2025.School officials will be available to help on May 1 from 2 - 6 p.m. at the Stanton High School Auditorium.
Traffic Stop in School Zone Leads to Felony Drug Arrest in Stanton

Traffic Stop in School Zone Leads to Felony Drug Arrest in Stanton

Traffic Stop in School Zone Leads to Felony Drug Arrest in Stanton

- A routine patrol through a school zone Tuesday morning resulted in a felony drug arrest after a Martin County sheriff’s deputy discovered methamphetamine during a traffic stop.
Stanton Trooper Recognized for Heroic Response in Feral Hog Attack

Stanton Trooper Recognized for Heroic Response in Feral Hog Attack

Stanton Trooper Recognized for Heroic Response in Feral Hog Attack

- The Texas Department of Public Safety recognized Stanton-based Trooper Cody Helms with the Lifesaving Award during a Public Safety Commission meeting held April 10 at DPS Headquarters in Austin.Helms was one of six DPS personnel and citizens honored by PSC Commissioners and DPS Colonel Freeman F.
A Space to Serve: First Methodist Debuts New Community Center

A Space to Serve: First Methodist Debuts New Community Center

A Space to Serve: First Methodist Debuts New Community Center

- After more than two and a half years of construction, First Methodist Church in Stanton is ready to open the doors to its brandnew Methodist Activity Center — better known as “The MAC.”The church will host a grand opening on Sunday, April 27, from 3 to 5 p.m.

Arrington Celebrates Ports-to-Plains Corridor at I-27 Signage Ceremony

LUBBOCK - This week, House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (TX-19) spoke at a I-27 Signage Ceremony hosted by the Texas Department of Transportation and the Ports-to-Plains Alliance: “I was honored to commemorate today’s I-27 signage ceremony in Lubbock, marking an important milestone for...

Senior Citizens Lunch Menu

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. April 21 - Chicken Enchilada casserole, Spanish Rice, Tossed Salad, Apple Slices.