At a recent meeting, the Seminole Economic Development Corporation Board unanimously agreed to enter into an employment contract with Mary Furlow to serve as the board’s Executive Director. The Board is confident that Furlow will be a valuable asset and her expertise will help them achieve their…
In a short meeting, the Seminole Hospital District’s Board of Directors decided to table approving the minutes from their two recent meetings until their scheduled meeting in April. Moving forward, the Board received a financial and management update regarding the hospital. CFO John Everett…
During the recent Gaines County Commissioners Court meeting a reviewal of the revised Gaines County Cemeteiy Rules and Regulations took place. After review the court repealed the previous versions. The full and complete revised Cemetery regulations are available in the judge’s office or online.…
In the late 1800’s and early 1900’s ranchers were often far from a railhead, and needed to ship their cattle to the beef-hungry populations in the eastern United States. Thus was born the cattle drive led by cowboys. Many herds required large numbers of cowboys to move the cattle to the nearest…
Katie Parker still gets nervous just crossing the street. Eight years ago, a careless driver plowed into her and her dog, Riley, while they were out for a jog. Parker was hit with such force that she was thrown more than 60 feet. Riley, a Great Dane, was killed on what was supposed to be a…
The Texas labor market again achieved new recordhigh levels for jobs, Texans employed, and the civilian labor force following over-themonth increases in February. Texas’ seasonally adjusted job count increased by 49,800 over the month of February to reach 14,103,700 jobs. This reflects job growth…
State of Texas vs. Francisco Manuel Romero, driving while intoxicated. State of Texas vs. Holden Thomas Sherrier, driving while intoxicated. State of Texas vs. Javier Tarango, driving while intoxicated. State of Texas vs. David Wall-Reimer, driving while intoxicated. State of Texas vs. Joshua…
Seagraves... Funeral services for Mandie Houston, 89, of Seagraves will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday March 30, 2024, in the Seagraves High School Auditorium with Pastor David Boyd, Rev. Charles Sims and Rev. Charley Barnes officiating, with interment following in the Gaines County Cemetery of…
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Recent wildfires in the Panhandle have caused significant cattle losses for ranchers but are not expected to impact overall cattle and beef prices. The Smokehouse Creek Fire, the largest fire in state history, burned more than 1 million acres across Texas and Oklahoma…
Nuts are rich in nutrients including unsaturated fatty acids, protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other healthy plant compounds. They can be enjoyed whole, as nut butters, or chopped up and sprinkled on food. When it comes to nuts, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy them, be it salted,…
Peanuts are the seeds of an annual legume, which grows close to the ground and produces its fruit below the soil surface. U.S. peanuts are planted after the last frost in April or May when soil temperatures reach 65–70° Fahrenheit (20° Celsius). Conventional pre-plant tillage ensures a wellprepared…

Mary Furlow Named Director of SEDC

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At a recent meeting, the Seminole Economic Development Corporation Board unanimously agreed to enter into an employment contract with Mary Furlow to serve as the board’s Executive Director. The Board is confident that Furlow will be a valuable asset and her expertise will help them achieve their goals.
In a short meeting, the Seminole Hospital District’s Board of Directors decided to table approving the minutes from their two recent meetings until their…
During the recent Gaines County Commissioners Court meeting a reviewal of the revised Gaines County Cemeteiy Rules and Regulations took place. After review the…
In the late 1800’s and early 1900’s ranchers were often far from a railhead, and needed to ship their cattle to the beef-hungry populations in the eastern…
Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes Carrots and Zucchini – These roasted vegetables make a great savory side dish that comes together in no time and pairs well with…
Daphne Bell believes the universe has a plan for her. Every time she meets a new man , she receives a slip of paper with his name and a number on it—the exact…
thinking- isn’t scrapbooking a thing of the past? I have all my pictures saved on my phone, why would I need a scrapbook? And I used to feel the same way,…
The Seminole boys and girls track teams put on strong performances at the TR1BE Relays on Tuesday at Wigman Stadium. Andrews won both sides of the event, with…
Jace Humphries won one individual gold medal and one relay gold to lead the Seagraves boys track and field team at the Sundown Roughneck Relays on March 22 at…
Kamryn Dyck, Kiersten Wieler and Julie Fehr were the pacesetters for Loop’s girls track team at the Kress Relays on March 22 at Kress High School. Dyck earned…