Harvest Festival Crowned Torbert 85 Queen at Brownfield
Brownfield High School senior Melisa Torbert was named the 1985 Harvest Festival Queen at Coleman Park Amphitheater after a weekend of talent shows and parades. She earned the title through Thursday talent show scores and ticket sales, with Dal Cottrell escorting her. Torbert will receive a 600 scholarship and is the niece of Nell Cotler. First runner-up Amy Knight, Brownfield Kiwanis representative and a BHS senior, was announced by emcee Tresa West.
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BISD weighs options after large failed courses
The Brownfield Independent School District board debated response options after 443 high and middle school students failed one or more subjects in the first six weeks. They discussed a potential mandatory tutoring program, while current voluntary tutoring at Brownfield High and Brownfield Middle is offered twice weekly after school.
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Who By Lynn Brisendine
A witty line about advancing computer sophistication, noting a screen message that says go home I can finish without you highlighting growing AI autonomy. The remark resembles a humorous quip on human reliance and machine capability.
Cantrell wins Rice over Tech in News Football Contest upset
Cantrell captured first place with five misses as upsets in Rice over Tech and the Eagles over the Cowboys shocked participants. Smith earned ten, Viola Smith five, and Graig Jones Hal Pirtle finished fourth and fifth as tie breakers sorted the standings for a season ending prize.
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Brownfield Bands head to Lubbock for UIL marching contest
Brownfield's Big Red Middle School and Spirit of the Plains High School Bands will compete in the UIL marching contests Saturday at Jones Stadium in Lubbock. Middle school band led by Willie Hintze starts at 8:50 am, high school band directed by Rob and Barbara Lovett at 2:40 pm. The high school seeks its ninth straight T rating and has won seven UIL Sweepstakes titles in nine years. Performances include Wade in Water Valero and The Theme from Peter Gunn, plus drum section, twirlers, and flag corps. About 120 members marching under drum majors Paul Porter Curtis Black Jody Garcia. flag captain Melisa Torbert. twirlers Sharla Blay Shay Moore Heather Skiles Debbie Fletcher Allison Dyess. One of 14 Class 3A bands, with regional UIL regional contest set for Nov. 2 in Lubbock.
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Cubs seek fourth straight win at home against Denver City
Brownfield high school football eyes a fourth straight victory as the Cubs host District 3-AAA rival Denver City Mustangs at Cub Stadium Friday night at 7 30. Coach Roy Farmer notes Denver City’s balanced roster led by 6 1 190-pound running back and defensive end Chris Gravitt and recalls their late blocked punt win over Frenship. The matchup strains for second place in the district and is described as Brownfield’s biggest game in years.
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Amendment No 2 Texas agricultural water bonds proposal
A proposed constitutional amendment to authorize a Texas Water Development Board bond program of up to 200 million dollars for agricultural water conservation. It would require two thirds in both chambers, create the agricultural water conservation fund, and set a four year expiration with funds to pay principal and interest. Proponents cite economic needs and efficiency. opponents argue existing programs suffice.
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