Rainfall map shows pockets of heavy moisture in Terry County
Terry County and nearby Yoakum and Gaines counties received varying May rainfall. A contour map by South Plains Underground Water Conservation District Director Jason Coleman shows some areas west of Brownfield hitting about 13 inches, while outer sections drop to two to three inches. May totals across 33 sites averaged 5.95 inches in Terry County, with Terry ahead of last year at 9.2 inches versus 8.2 inches in 2004.
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Disaster funding denied for Terry County in Brownfield News
Brownfield Police Chief Roy Rice, Terry County Emergency Management Coordinator, reports most disaster funding requests were turned down after a May rainstorm. Some help may be available for residents over 60, up to 1500 dollars, via SPAG in Lubbock at 762-8721 with contacts Pete Lara or Liz Castro.
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Don’t ignore precautions when going on vacation
A Brownfield advisory summarizes burglar prevention steps for summer travel. Police Chief Roy Rice urges homeowners to avoid announcing trips, lock doors and windows, pause mail and newspaper deliveries, use timer lights, and request a police “house watch” before departure to deter break ins.
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Cubs players earn All District honors in 2 3A selection
Six Brownfield Cubs earn postseason honors with Tyree Wilkes and Daniel Garcia on the first team and Matt McClure Josh Hope J.J. Jobe and Andrew Sides on the second team. Pirates dominate with Co MVPs Josh Barnett Jakob Cunningham as Bridge City beat Brownfield rivals.
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Commissioners to discuss County airport improvements
The Terry County Commission ers will meet in regular session at 10 a.m. Monday, June 13, with items including monthly reports from sheriff justice of the peace district clerk extension agent and county clerk. Also on the agenda are talks on airport improvements led by Keith Neill and budget policy for the year plus fireworks restrictions in unincorporated Terry County.
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