CRP sign up nears for Terry County producers
Brownfield News reports the 18th CRP signup runs from Oct 26 to Dec 11. Eligible cropland must have been planted or considered planted to an agricultural commodity in two of 1994 to 1998 or be marginal pasture from the Water Bank, with additional erosion and priority-area requirements. Danny Decker of the Brownfield FSA outlines the point system and ranking process. The county’s CRP cap is 118 445.9 acres.
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Students Solve Crime Using Scientific Method In Class
In McGowan's middle school science unit students simulate a crime scene in the library. They will observe, gather evidence, test clues, and propose a solution while integrating math reading English and social studies to explore the mystery and its resolution.
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Brownfield Welcomes Dr Chebib As New Internal Medicine Doctor
Dr. Chebib and his wife plan to buy a home in Brownfield while keeping their Lubbock residence. He emphasizes preventive medicine and aims to build long term patient relationships, noting his ER experience and hospital staff ties in Lubbock. He hints at strong ties with BRMC and local officials as he joins the community.
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Red Ribbon Campaign Inspires Local High School Leaders
The speaker praises high school students and the Red Ribbon Campaign begun after DEA Agent Enrique Camarena was abducted and killed. The movement has grown into a leading drug prevention program, with contact information for Gina Kelly provided for more details.
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Terry County Voters Head to Polls Early for General Election
Early voting began Monday with 287 area voters casting ballots including 260 in person and 27 by mail. Precinct 2 race pits Dale Wylie against Dale Andrews for Terry County Commissioner while other local races are mostly unopposed.
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Ann Willis
Bill Keesee
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Doug Ryburn
John Franks
Paige Lindsey
Bobbye Jo Floyd
Johnny Proctor
Proctor
J.P
Frances Hansard
George W. Bush
Garry
Weather and market woes shadow county crops in drought year
Bradshaw notes rainfall 12 to 14 inches below normal while moisture shortages push farmers toward minimum tillage to combat sand. Cotton yields remain better than feared in high water areas, but prices sour, peanuts may shrink acreage, and overall demand stays weak. Set clocks back one hour.
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