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Lynch Awarded SISD Contract Extension Through 2025, Board Approves $1.4 Million Security Upgrade

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The board of trustees of the Seminole Independent School District met in regular session for its first meeting of the new year at the SISD's administrative building Monday night. As a part of "Board Appreciation Month," the meeting began with each trustee receiving gift baskets, coffee mugs, and now discontinued football helmets from the SISD athletic department.

Council hears planning and zoning appeals, one denied, one tabled

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Monday evening's meeting on Jan. 10 was a busy one for the Seminole City Council. In addition to hearing appeals of Planning and Zoning recommendations from residents Troy Elias and Rick Spruill, City Manager Tommy Phillips reported on the street rebuild project and the council approved a request from the Seminole Mennonite Church to tie into the city sewer system.

Texas A&M Agrilife to hold first Organic Cotton/Peanut Production Seminar in Seminole

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SEMINOLE - Throughout West Texas, agriculture producers will be attending the first ever Organic Cotton/ Peanut Production Seminar, Wednesday, January 26, 2022, in Seminole, Texas. “Organic production has continued to increase in West Texas, and demand by consumers for organic peanuts and cotton is at an all-time high,” according to Bob Whitney, organic specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension.

Stock show, clubs have rich histories

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FFA and 4H members from throughout Gaines County will be hoping to secure a ribbon or title in the area’s yearly stock show this month. They have worked endlessly grooming and training their animals, under the guidance of their club sponsors, and are now ready to put their projects to the test. There is much known about the exhibitors, sponsors, and even the breeds of animals. Few, however, know the history of the two major organizations that make it possible for students interested in livestock to compete at this level.

Election Office Phone Lines Down

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The phoneline to the Elections Office (432-758-4041) is temporarily out and sporadic at best. They are working to resolve the issues. The alternate number will be 432-758-4630.. Thanks a bunch

Council hears planning and zoning appeals, one denied, one tabled

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Monday evening's meeting on Jan. 10 was a busy one for the Seminole City Council. In addition to hearing appeals of Planning and Zoning recommendations from residents Troy Elias and Rick Spruill, City Manager Tommy Phillips reported on the street rebuild project and the council approved a request from the Seminole Mennonite Church to tie into the city sewer system.

LEUWCD Sponsoring Essay Contest

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The Llano Estacado Underground Water Conservation District is sponsoring the annual essay contest for senior students at Loop, Seagraves, and Seminole high schools.  All senior students are eligible to enter the essay contest.

Monday afternoon accident

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A field off of CR 115 was the site of an accident Monday afternoon when a driver ran into a row of hay bales.  The cause of the one-vehicle wreck is unknown but the driver was treated by Seminole EMS on the scene.  Also responding was DPS and the Gaines County Sheriff's Office. (Sentinel photo)

Jan. 10 (tonight) meeting set for SISD Board of Trustees

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A regular meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Seminole Independent School District will be held tonight, Jan. 10, beginning at 7 pm in the administration building located at 207 S.W. 6th Street.

The subjects to be discussed or considered on any formal action is listed below.

Seagraves City Council to meeting this evening

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The regular session of the Seagraves City Council will be held tonight, January 10, at the Seagraves Community Building beginning at 6:30 p.m. The community building is located at 514 14th Street in Seagraves.

Following the call to order, pledge, innovation, and roll call, the council will approve the minutes of the previous meeting. Davis-Ray and Co. will give an audit report, and the board will hold a second public comment hearing for the proposed economic development grants. An update on the city hall project will follow.