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LIBRARY NOTES

LIBRARY NOTES

Donnice Carruth |
Wed, 01/08/2025 - 13:15
HappyNewYear! A few weeks ago I wrote about the South Plains Electric Operation Round Up grant that was awarded to the library. The grant will be used for the Collaborative Summer Reading Programming, children’s books and large print books for adults.
KENT COUNTY JR LIVESTOCK SHOW 2025

KENT COUNTY JR LIVESTOCK SHOW 2025

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KENT COUNTY JR LIVESTOCK SHOW 2025

News Staff
Tue, 01/07/2025 - 20:21
Dates for the Kent County Junior Livestock Show are January 10-11, 2025 Barn will open 9:00 a.m. on Friday; at 4:00 p.m. Friday afternoon weigh in/check in will begin. ALL animals must be in the barn at this time. NO EXCEPTIONS.
had a group portrait made Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025, following new officials’ swearing-in at the county courthouse annex. | THE TEXAS SPUR

had a group portrait made Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025, following new officials’ swearing-in at the county courthouse annex. | THE TEXAS SPUR

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Tue, 01/07/2025 - 20:21

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New laws taking effect in January in Texas

Compiled From Media Reports
Tue, 01/07/2025 - 20:21
A handful of bills previously passed during Texas’ 88th legislative session became effective on New Year’s Day, January 1, 2025 — touching on a range of topics related to vehicle inspections, data privacy, and property taxes. Here’s a look at the biggest state laws that took effect last week.
State sales tax revenue totaled $4.1 billion in December

State sales tax revenue totaled $4.1 billion in December

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State sales tax revenue totaled $4.1 billion in December

Staff Reports
Tue, 01/07/2025 - 20:21
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar this week said state sales tax revenue totaled $4.1 billion in December, 1 percent more than in December 2023. The majority of December sales tax revenue is based on sales made in November and remitted to the agency in December.

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DPS shares essential winter weather safety tips

Staff Reports
Tue, 01/07/2025 - 20:21
AUSTIN – As many parts of the state prepare to deal with wintry weather, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds Texans that extreme cold, freezing rain, ice and snow can pose major hazards to drivers and pedestrians and urges residents to be prepared and exercise caution in those types...
In Jayton last week, well wishers honored longtime county judge’s secretary Becky Arnold (left) and county commissioner Roy Chisum with a retirement party | COURTESY PHOTO

In Jayton last week, well wishers honored longtime county judge’s secretary Becky Arnold (left) and county commissioner Roy Chisum with a retirement party | COURTESY PHOTO

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RETIREMENT FROM KENT COUNTY

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Tue, 01/07/2025 - 20:21
Melody McClane represented Jayton-Girard ISD at State Congress at the University of Texas in Austin. | COURTESY PHOTO

Melody McClane represented Jayton-Girard ISD at State Congress at the University of Texas in Austin. | COURTESY PHOTO

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STATE CONGRESS

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Tue, 01/07/2025 - 20:21
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