Brownfield man burned in water heater blast
Juan Carlos Rodriguez of Brownfield was hospitalized with burns to his lower body after a water heater explosion at a home on East Buckley. Fire officials said naptha near the heater ignited the blast as Rodriguez, who was painting, was cleaning tools. his 11 year old son escaped unharmed. The fire damaged the house and the BVFD finished its investigation. Rodriguez remained in serious condition at UMC Burn Unit with an expected hospital stay of one to two weeks.
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Farm Tour marks 50 years in Terry County
The Terry County Farm Tour celebrates its 50th anniversary on September 15, tracing origins to a simple countywide drive in 1954. Duane Moss recalls weather woes, a watermelon clash, a missed official, and a plaque honoring his service, as the tour remains focused on promoting agriculture and soil and water conservation.
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Commissioners set to adopt 2006 budget this Monday
Terry County Commissioners meet in regular session at 10 a.m. on Monday Sep 12 to adopt the 2006 budget set the tax rate file the approved budget with the county clerk and discuss several items including resignations deputation records and travel expenses for a library system meeting in Lubbock Sep 22.
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Philip C. Gore
Crime Victims Assistance
Lupe Senna
West Texas Library System
Lubbock
Great days on the diamond and baseball’s long run
David Murphy a Brownfield High School 1972 graduate says baseball has been very good to him. He played Little League high school college and semipro ball and even met his wife at a baseball game. He just returned from a two week trip.
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Patriotism and intelligence after 9/11 and Katrina
The author recalls 9/11 patriotism and the Gulf Coast disaster four years later. She compares unity after 9/11 with Katrina’s devastation, questions government preparedness, and asks whether race influenced relief efforts while urging resolve and prayer.
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