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Familiar faces top balloting
The three incumbents running for spots on the Lamesa school board and city council retained their seats in Saturday’s election, with a former member returning to the school board.
Facade funding giving boost to downtown
Lamesa’s downtown area soon will be getting a facelift in several locations with the assistance of local economic development funding.
Klondike names academic leaders
Izabella Arismendez is the valedictorian of this year’s graduating class at Klondike High School, and Bella Stevens is salutatorian.
Dawson announces honor graduates
Leslie Armendariz is the valedictorian and Nevaeh Rodriguez is the salutatorian for the 2023 graduating class at Dawson High School in Welch.
Plata, Kelley lead Sands Class of ‘23
Eleven Sands High School seniors will accept their diplomas during graduation ceremonies beginning at 8 p.m. on May 19 in the school auditorium.
Police Blotter
The following were among the many calls received recently by the Lamesa Police Department:
Klondike makes personnel changes
Klondike school board members accepted one resignation and hired two new employees during their regular meeting Monday evening.
Eye of the storm
Is it just me, or has life gotten more complicated? So many variables and tough decisions. So many crossroads.
Get the sleep you need
Better Sleep Month is observed during the month of May and aims to encourage healthy patterns of sleep and educate on the benefits of sleeping well. According to Amy Valdez, Texas A&M AgriLife Program Specialist, “sleep is just as important as including a well-balanced eating pattern and physical activity into our daily lives. It can have a great impact on our physical and mental health, and a lack of sleep can be detrimental”.