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Brazos River Authority implements Stage 1 drought status
Staff report The Brazos River Authority has announced that a Stage 1 – Drought Watch has been implemented for nine of the 11 reservoirs within the BRA water supply system. Reservoirs affected by the Stage 1 Drought Watch are Lakes Possum Kingdom, Whitney, Aquilla, Proctor, Belton, Limestone, Somerville, Stillhouse Hollow and Georgetown.The current Stage 1…
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MWISD releases flyer on mental health and technology challenges
The Mineral Wells Independent School District (MWISD) announced on March 23 the release of a new two-page flyer titled “Mental Health & Technology.” The flyer was developed by the district’s technology department in collaboration with its mental health counselors.The document aims to address concerns about excessive screen time and its impact on mental well-being. It…
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Sports
Area athletes earn All-State recognition from the hardwood
PALO PINTO COUNTY — Although several teams had unexpected early exits from the playoffs this year, doesn’t discredit the talent and hard work they put in on the court. Now, many players are being recognized by the state of Texas for their dedication.
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Sue's News: Mineral Wells Idol
In 2015, those of us who worked on the Back Pack Buddies program became very aware that we must have some kind of fundraiser. Mineral Wells Idol had been done before but it had been quite a few years, so we decided to try it again.