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Kent commission signs abatement with new solar project

In Kent County, where opinions regarding alternative energy projects have run high in recent years, commissioners approved an abatement agreement for the county’s part during their regular session of May 11, 2026. Following a 1 p.m.

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Memorial Day observance slated for Girard May 25

Kent County’s annual Memorial Day program will be held at the Girard Cemetery Chapel Monday, May 25, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., sponsored by the Ma’ams and Grams Club. This event is to honor the brave soldiers and sailors who sacrificed their lives fighting in wars.

Kent Lions support library program, launch year-long community project

For a county of fewer than 650 residents, Kent County, Texas, benefits in big ways from the work of its Lions Club.

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Afton Cemetery to host Memorial Day program May 25

The Afton Cemetery Association will hold its annual Memorial Day program and business meeting on Monday, May 25, 2026, at 10 a.m. at the Afton Cemetery, according to member Becca Bridge.

Phillips tapped for promotion to Spur ISD superintendent

At its most recent meeting, the Spur ISD board of trustees faced a decision on a successor to longtime superintendent Craig Hamilton, when he announced his resignation a bit sooner than anticipated. They didn’t have to look far.