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Dillon Kennedy competed in his first BBQ Cook Off last month at the Howard County Fair in Big Spring. He took first place in the Pork Butt Division.

Dillon Kennedy competed in his first BBQ Cook Off last month at the Howard County Fair in Big Spring. He took first place in the Pork Butt Division.

Dillon Kennedy

Dillon Kennedy competed in his first BBQ Cook Off last month at the Howard County Fair in Big Spring. He took first place in the Pork Butt Division.

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. Salad, Cottage Cheese & Fruit Salad,Citrus Beet Salad, Wheat Crackers,Sugar Cookie.

Cotton Quick Take

Cotton prices surged to their highest level since July amidst a volatile trading week. This increase followed the Federal Reserve’s cut to interest rates for the first time in four years.
Chamber President Carla Ingram Resigns

Chamber President Carla Ingram Resigns

Chamber President Carla Ingram Resigns

- In a week of unexpected leadership changes, Carla Ingram, President of the Martin County Chamber of Commerce, announced her resignation effective October 3, 2024.
The 2024 Garden City Homecoming Queen is Jade Kemp, daughter of Layne and J’Layne Kemp. Texas Brinkley was crowned the Homecoming King, he is the son of Steven and Amanda Brinkley.

The 2024 Garden City Homecoming Queen is Jade Kemp, daughter of Layne and J’Layne Kemp. Texas Brinkley was crowned the Homecoming King, he is the son of Steven and Amanda Brinkley.

Voters to decide on bond proposals for Grady ISD and Garden City ISD

- On the November 5 ballot, Martin County voters will have the opportunity to decide on three separate bond measures for Grady ISD, as well as a single bond proposal from Garden City ISD.The Grady ISD Board of Trustees announced three bond measures earlier this year.
The 2024 Grady Homecoming Queen Kailynn Peugh, daughter of Cody and Shanna Peugh. She is joined by her court of Miah Muniz, Selig Burge, and Emma Parker.

The 2024 Grady Homecoming Queen Kailynn Peugh, daughter of Cody and Shanna Peugh. She is joined by her court of Miah Muniz, Selig Burge, and Emma Parker.

Dozens walk through Martin County jail doors during September

September has been a busy month at the Dan Saunders Law Enforcement Center. Dozens have been arrested and even more transferred from Dawson County for holding. Following is a list of individuals who have been booked in jail this month.Sept.
The 2024 Stanton Homecoming Queen is Lizzie Melendez, daughter of Victor and Sarah Melendez. Kahlil Bernal was crowned the Homecoming King, he is the son of Shamequia Johnson and George Bernal.

The 2024 Stanton Homecoming Queen is Lizzie Melendez, daughter of Victor and Sarah Melendez. Kahlil Bernal was crowned the Homecoming King, he is the son of Shamequia Johnson and George Bernal.

Martin County to swear in Cozart as Sheriff following Ingram resignation

- In a surprising turn of events, Martin County Sheriff Brad Ingram announced his resignation earlier than anticipated during a County Commissioners meeting on Tuesday.

Fixin’ to Happen

– Glasscock County 4-H has some news and events to announce for the upcoming weeks.Sept. 30 will be the final day to order 4-H T-Shirts. Youth is $15 and Adult is $20. Monday will also be the last day to register for 4-H before switching to the new 20242025 4-H list.Upcoming Events: Oct.

Last Market of the Season next Tuesday

STANTON - 1884 Plaza Farmers & Makers Market last regular season market will be Tuesday, October 1, 2024 from 6 to 8 PM. The Knights of Columbus will be selling street tacos to raise funds for their organizations. Our local vendors will be set up with plenty of items to choose from.

Jr. Buffs organization discovers suspected criminal activity

STANTON - On Sept. 16, 2024, the Junior Buffs Organization, a 501.c.3 in Martin County, released a statement saying “a recent internal investigation has uncovered evidence of the misuse and possible theft of funds from the Jr. Buffaloes account.