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It’s Official... We’re Engaged

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Mr. and Mrs. James Ottaberry of Blackwell, TX, formerly of Seminole, are pleased to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter Sarah to Jarod Wall of Oklahoma City. Sarah is the granddaughter of Sue and Gene A. Jones of Seminole, Tx. Sarah is a 2017 graduate of Blackwell High School.

Jarod is the son of Melodie and Brian Wall of Lake Worth, TX, and the grandson of Gerry and Bob York of Ft. Worth, TX. He is a 2016 graduate of Azle High School, Azle, TX.

Texans could receive up to a year of unemployment benefits under second extension of aid

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Texans receiving unemployment could be eligible for a total of 52 weeks of benefits — double the typical amount of time aid is available — as the state triggered an extended benefits period, according to the Texas Workforce Commission.

SISD Employees of the Year and Retirees announced

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To keep their Seminole ISD family safe, this year’s teachers’ award ceremony, honoring Employees of the Year and Retirees for 2019-2020, was posted on social media. In addition to announcing the Elementary and Secondary Educator of the Year recipients, the presentation also included Auxiliary Employees of the Year and the Professional Support Person for the Year.

College News

LEVELLAND -- South Plains College congratulates more than 300 students who were named to the Spring 2020 President’s List and 700 students named to the Dean’s List.

Raymon Aranda of Seagraves, Alexis Garza of Seagraves, Cade Humphries of Seagraves and Elizabeth Wil-son of Seminole were named to the President’s List.

Early recognized as SHS Super Fan

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Being named Seminole High School’s Sports Fan of the Year for 2019-2020 was a big shock for Seminole resident Gary Early. “We were watching the slide show online, and when it came to the fan of the year slide, my picture came up. It was such an honor to be considered a fan of the year. It is one of the greatest awards I’ve ever gotten,” Early said.

Valedictorian, Salutatorian Named

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Jeremy Lawrence named SHS Valedictorian

Leaving with peace of mind

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Speech teacher and Speech/Debate coach Danny Stottlemyre is retiring after 17 years and leaving behind enormous shoes to fill. However, he finds it comforting to know that stepping in his position is not only one of his former students and successful competitors but also his “mini-me.”

AgTexas Farm Credit awards $9,000 in local scholarships

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Outstanding 4-H and FFA high school students received prominent recognition for their dedication to agriculture through AgTexas Farm Credit Services’ 5th Annual AgYouth Scholarship Program, and nine (9) students each received a $1,000 scholarship.

Celebrating Mother’s Day During a Pandemic

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The country has experienced many drastic changes over the past several months, but one thing remains the same; today is a day to honor mothers everywhere and express our love and appreciation.

Statement from SBA Regional Administrator Justin Crossie on Economic Injury Disaster Loans

Agricultural businesses throughout Texas are now eligible to apply for U.S. Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) for the first time in 30 years, as a result of legislation enacted by President Trump.