Schools back in session as Brownfield sees 2,350 students
Summer ends for Terry County youths with Brownfield, Wellman, Meadow and Union classes underway. Brownfield registers Aug 22 for pre K to grade 8, and Aug 23 marks the first day for all Brownfield Schools. ADA costs and bus mileage highlighted as enrollment nears 2,500 with 1,700 riders on 20 buses, while motorists are urged to watch for buses during morning and afternoon loads.
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Old Settlers Reunion Set for 35th Annual Event
August 20 1995 plans for the 35th Annual Old Settlers Reunion at the American Legion Hall next Saturday sponsored by the Terry County Pioneer Association with 10 am to 12 pm registration. A noon catered meal costs 4 dollars. old time gospel entertainment planned and door prizes. The event honors longtime county residents and travelers with recognition to oldest attendee and farthest distance. For details contact Herb Chesshir at 637 4278.
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Old Setters
Terry County Pioneer Association
Thriftway Supermarket
Herb Chesshir
Chesshir
Tyson boxing return sparks costly debate in Brownfield
The column rails against Tyson s comeback and a $50 pay view, arguing boxing is brutal and overhyped. It notes public funds to his camp, cites his prison past, and contrasts with Ali s legend while lamenting televised hype. Felix the hurricane and O J trial synopsis follow with skepticism about justice.
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Mike Tyson
Brownfield
Tyson
Muhammed Ali
Gladiators
Meadow Musical roots run deep in tiny Texas town
Since 1972 Meadow Musical brings country bluegrass and gospel sounds to Meadow, Texas, in a refurbished grocery store turned music hall. George Ashburn began the gatherings at his home and moved to a downtown venue where volunteer musicians perform for free, with only a bucket pass for tips and modest concession charges. The tradition continues with monthly shows, walls lined with sporting and country memorabilia, and a sense of community that endures despite changing fads.
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Nintendo
Terry County
George Ashburn
Hank Williams
Loretta Lynn
Faron Young
Kitty Wells
Ashburn
Meadow
Sonny Curtis
Johnny Mackey
Meadow Musical
Brownfield trustees to hold public hearing on budget
The Brownfield Consolidated Independent School District Board of Trustees will hold a special called meeting at 7 p.m. at the Administration Building to consider adopting a 1995-96 budget of about 10.5 million dollars, a 1.36 percent rise boosted by state funds. The regular meeting will follow and will cover tax rate adoption, appraisal rules, and the appointment of an Integrated Pest Management Coordinator. The public is welcome to attend. for details call 637-2591.
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Union Independent School District Board of Trustees
State Board of Education
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