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Dallas attorney James Payne speaks with Stonewall County Commissioners Court during the June 22 meeting, where he expressed interest in becoming Stonewall County’s next county attorney and expects to meet the state’s six-month residency requirement by August or September. PHOTO BY JEFF HURT

Dallas attorney James Payne speaks with Stonewall County Commissioners Court during the June 22 meeting, where he expressed interest in becoming Stonewall County’s next county attorney and expects to meet the state’s six-month residency requirement by August or September. PHOTO BY JEFF HURT

Stonewall County Eyes Possible Attorney Appointment

Friday, June 26, 2026

Dallas attorney James Payne appeared before the Stonewall County Commissioners Court on June 22 to express interest in becoming county attorney, giving officials a possible permanent path forward after months of temporary arrangements following the death of County Attorney Riley Branch.

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FISHER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE OVERTIME DRIVES COUNTY BUDGET AMENDMENTS

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Fisher County commissioners reviewed budget amendments and line-item transfers affecting county revenue accounts, the Sheriff’s Office, the Law Enforcement…

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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3 rd ROTAN CELEBRATES AMERICA'S 250TH • 4:00 p.m. Car show and swap meet (Thomas Koerschgen, 541-225-7599) • 5:00 p.m.

WHAT TO DO WHEN MEDICAL BILLS PILE UP

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WHAT TO DO WHEN MEDICAL BILLS PILE UP

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Dear Savvy Senior, I’m 63 and recently had a hospital stay that left me with bills I can’t afford to pay. I had Affordable Care Act health insurance, but after…
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Sports 

Bradshaw Represents Aspermont at All-Star Weekend

Bradshaw Represents Aspermont at All-Star Weekend

Bradshaw Represents Aspermont at All-Star Weekend

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Bradshaw Represents Aspermont at All-Star Weekend

HAMMER GRADUATES SIGN ON THE DOTTED LINE

HAMMER GRADUATES SIGN ON THE DOTTED LINE

HAMMER GRADUATES SIGN ON THE DOTTED LINE

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BASEBALL ALL-DISTRICT SELECTIONS (DISTRICT 6)

Christian Gomez Roby Pitcher MVP

Christian Gomez Roby Pitcher MVP

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Obituaries 

Dorothy Whitehead Landes

Dorothy Whitehead Landes

Dorothy Whitehead Landes

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MARCH 31, 1925 – JUNE 13, 2026 DOROTHY WHITEHEAD LANDES, passed away June 13, 2026, in Rotan, TX. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m.

Freddie Max Stuart

Freddie Max Stuart

Freddie Max Stuart

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FEBRUARY 24, 1937 – MAY 30, 2026 Freddie Max Stuart, a devoted family man, respected educator, and pillar of the Roby community, passed away peacefully on May…

Karen Darlene Driver

Karen Darlene Driver

Karen Darlene Driver

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FEBRUARY 24, 1945 – MAY 31, 2026 Karen Darlene Driver, a radiant and joyful spirit known for her deep love of crafts, lively conversations, and unwavering…
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