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TxDOT crews to brine roadways ahead of forecasted winter weather
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AMARILLO – Today, Thursday, Jan. 8, crews will begin preparations for the upcoming forecasted winter weather event by applying brine to roadways across the district.
OIL & GAS REPORT
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Intents to DrillNoneGas Completions LIPSCOMB (FOLLETT, WEST, Cherokee) Bracken Operating, L.L.C., #1 Hoeppner, 5 mi NE from Follett, Sec 85, Blk 10, HT&B RR Surv, A-51, spud 11-8-1960, compl 8-19-2014, tested 9-15-2025, potential 60 mcf, .
STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS
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New laws taking effect in New Year
THE BLOTTER
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Misdemeanor ArrestsNoneFelony ArrestsNoneCitationsMichael Shane Ridling, Montgomery; expired registration; 01/08/26
Candidate filing begins next week in May 2 city, school, hospital, water district elections
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The local political season kicks off next Wednesday, January 14, when candidates may officially begin filing for seats on the City Council and school and hospital boards.
Our Blood Institute, Coffee Memorial Blood Center issues urgent call for Type O Donors
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January 6, 2026 ─ Our Blood Institute-Coffee Memorial Blood Center is in critical need of type O blood donors, with supplies of both O-positive and O-negative blood at low levels following the holidays.
Local WTAMU students earn special recognition
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Several local students from Canadian and nearby communities earned recognition i WTAMU’s Fall 2025 President’s List and Dean’s List, which were released in conjunction with Fall Commencement Ceremonies.
STATE CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS
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Five big moves from the Lege in 2025The Texas Legislature made a host of major decisions in 2025, as The Dallas Morning News reported. Here are the highlights:• Homeowners received a break on their property taxes after approving a proposed constitutional amendment in November.
