Tax Rates rise and fall with oil field decline in Terry County
Brownfield News reports 1995 actual rate 0.2310 per 100. 1996 effective rate 0.0250. A $20 million drop in property valuations driven by aging mineral assets and lower oil production. Local officials note no new drilling, focus on salvage and efficiency. County totals show Terry County property values down 2.29 percent, with Brownfield and Wellman districts showing sharp shifts while CO2 plant work sustains some increases in others.
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Terry Memorial Hospital
Wellman
Weiser Oil Company
Terry County
South Plains
Summer Art Program Draws Kids To Creative Projects
Children in the summer program enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with refreshments and breaks to prevent fatigue. Students like Enka Barron and 12-year-old Raymond Schuessler praise clay dragons and puppets, noting it’s more fun than school and ends earlier. Erika plans to return, and organizers see growing interest and a positive environment for youths.
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Enka Barron
Jimmy
Kayron Barron
Erika
Barron
Raymond Schuessler
Awbrey
July Fourth Celebration in Brownfield Features Norwood Concert and Fireworks
Local artists Jerry Dugan and Westwind will perform at 6 30 p.m. followed by Norwood, a Tohoka native with a self titled debut album and hits including If It Wasnt For Hex and Cowboys Dont Cry. Fireworks cap the night at 9 30 p.m. Admission 5 both tickets and VIP packages offered.
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Jerry Dugan
Westwind
Norwood
Tohoka
Brownfield
Cheryl Arrington
Chamber of Commerce
Chamber
The
Boll Weevil program to continue in Texas High Plains
Farmers discussed the assessment timing concerns of the Texas Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation spraying plan in 30 counties around Lubbock. The program runs through 1997 with eradication targeted for 1998, while 일부 farmers already spray. Experts warn improper timing can harm beneficial insects and damage crops.
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Siders
Texas
City Council Hears Nominee List and Stays The Relay For Life
Recreation Director Scott Jackson presents nominees Tony Isaacs Bill Avera Terry Duncan Bill Schoemann Jimmy Hammons Jimmy Garza Jesse Gonzales Kevin Willis Robert Rodriguez and Don Robertson for council seats. The Amplification Ordinance exception for the American Cancer Society Relay For Life on August 23 at Cub Stadium is approved. A 1200 block West Powell property seizure sale to Ernestina Gomez requires unanimous county taxing entity approval.
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Scott Jackson
Tony Isaacs
Bill Avera
Terry Duncan
Bill Schoemann
Jimmy Hammons
Jimmy Garza
Jesse Gonzales
Kevin Willis
Robert Rodriguez
Don Robertson
American Cancer Society
Relay For Life
Cub Stadium
West Powell
Ernestina Gomez
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