Storm knocks out power in Brownfield topples poles
A brief but fierce windstorm hit Brownfield Monday evening, 65 to 70 mph, snapping three utility poles and downing two circuits. More than 100 residents lost power until about 8 a.m. Tuesday. Crews worked through the night to restore service, with City Power Superintendent Butch Wagner noting two poles replaced and another stubbed for later. Street crews, fire department generators, police and sheriff deputies aided efforts while crews named include Jeff Davis and Israel Simon.
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Brownfield Power Department
City Power
City Power Department
Butch Wagner
Arco Pipe and Supply Co
8Th St
Seagraves Road
Wagner
Jeff Davis
Isreal Simon
Coy Collins
Maudie Kidd
Freddie Sims
Noe Saenz
Arthur Bingham
Tad Jourden
Terry County
Brownfield Wellman Meadow Schools Publish 2006 Fall Registration
Brownfield Wellman Union and Meadow Schools this week released registration details for the 2006 Fall Semester for local students and families. Terry County registration information is provided for area families planning the new school year.
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Wellman Union
Meadow
Terry County
Terry County Edoc Tech dispute delays computer project
Terry County officials including County Clerk Ann Willis and County Attorney Ramon Gallegos report Edoc Tech of Waco has not completed software installation as contracted. Despite $78,000 paid, the company has not delivered the full system, with July 31 deadline passed and another $41,000 due on completion. County Judge Doug Ryburn will decide next steps at the Aug. 14 session if held.
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Garry Peebles
Terry County
Edoc Tech
Waco
Jerry Anderson
Anderson
Ann Willis
Ramon Gallegos
Anther
Doug Ryburn
Precinct Three
Don Robertson
Johnson
Gallegos
So Big and Healthy Grandpa Wouldn’t Know You
A Dallas Morning News item republished from the New York Times argues modern medicine and antibiotics raise youth health, delaying onset of chronic diseases by 10 to 25 years. It cites less disability among older adults per federal studies and notes broader Texas newsroom perspectives.
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the Times
West Texas
Brownfield
Houston Chronicle
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Texas
Abilene
Daily
Texas tax free weekend boosts shoppers savings
Texans will enjoy a sales tax holiday from August 4 to August 6 top clothing and footwear under 100 dollars. State Comptroller Strayhorn says the break saves millions in taxes while exempting most clothing and footwear. Athletic wear and protective gear do not qualify, with exemptions applying per item as shown with examples.
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Carole Keeton Strayhorn
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