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Wanda Lynn Thurman, 85 of Baird, died Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at her son's home. Services will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, July 3, 2009 at the Eula Baptist Church with Estell Brewer officiating.
Saldivar officially takes over top post at Big Spring ISD
By STEVE REAGAN Staff Writer Take the "designate" off his title - Steven Saldivar is officially the new superintendent for Big Spring Independent School District.
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Texas Man Pleads Guilty to Role in Investment Scheme
Rod Cameron Stringer, of Lamesa, Texas, pleaded guilty this morning before U.S. District Judge Sam R. Cummings to one count of money laundering in relation to an investment fraud scheme he ran, announced Acting U.S. Attorney James T. Jacks of the Northern District of Texas.
Erma Jane Barslow, 84, died Saturday, June 27, 2009, at a local nursing center. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 30, 2009, at Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home Chapel of Faith, 5701 Highway 277 South, with Reverend Stan Allcorn officiating.
Mother of slain boy: 'The family really needs closure'
By THOMAS JENKINS Staff Writer An arrest has been made in connection with the May 30 shooting death of a 16-year-old Big Spring youth, officials with the Big Spring Police Department announced Friday afternoon.
Hear the gospel truth from a pro
His mama knew he had talent. When the piano player didn't show up at church one day, she went to the back of the sanctuary where her teenage son, Milton, was sitting with his friends.
Youths gear up for annual soap box derby
On Saturday, about 30 youths from around the state will gather to race hand-built stock cars down the hill on Crane Street behind Sweetwater High School for a chance to compete at the All-American Soap Box Derby in Akron, Ohio.
Legislators aim to lure doctors to rural areas
The South Plains Rural Health Services operates clinics in Levelland and Lamesa, but the latter lost one of its two doctors two years ago, and CEO Judy Madura has not been able to recruit a replacement.
House bill could help South Plains
A bill meant to entice physicians to underserved areas via a controversial change in the smokeless tobacco tax would benefit two local facilities and the South Plains, the facilities' representatives said Tuesday.
Dramatic Video: Oil Tanks Turn into Rockets During West Texas Explosion
A lightning strike caused of a massive explosion in Lamesa, Texas on Friday, May 16, 2009.
Texas Firefighter Talks About Explosion Caught on Tape
LAMESA, Texas -- The dramatic video of the fiery explosion in Lamesa is making national news around the country.
Massive Explosion in Lamesa, Texas - Caught on Video
The raw video of a massive exlosion in Lamesa, Texas is making the rounds this weekend.
Oil tank explosion caught on tape
A huge explosion at an oil tank battery is caught on video. Firefighters were battling a blaze Thursday night in Lamesa, Texas when one of the oil tanks exploded and went flying into the air.
BSISD officials hope to boost teacher salaries
By STEVE REAGAN Staff Writer Big Spring Independent School District officials are looking at ways to bring local teacher salaries more in line with other schools in the area.
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Shown are winners of the ninth annual National Derby Rallies Soap Box Derby Spring Rally held this past weekend at the Crane Street Hill.Winners of the stock division were Aaron Phillips of Sweetwater, first place; Marc Butler of Sweetwater, second place; Zachary Winslett of Sweetwater, third place; Journey Robison of Sweetwater, fourth place; and ...
WWII soldier welcomed home after 65 years
In 1944 Staff Sgt Jimmie Doyle left his West Texas home to defend our country at the age of 25.
Missing WWII airman identified as Lamesa native
The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office announced Tuesday that the remains of a U.S. serviceman, missing in action from World War II, have been identified and will be returned to his family for burial with full military honors.
Native Wichitana s photography featured at Smithsonian
Tall, sturdy grain elevators in Lamesa, Texas, seem frightened under the powerful lightning flash from an ominous, cloudy sky.
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Violations of Texas Administrative Code meet with fines from state health agency
Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Feb. 8--The Texas Department of State Health Services in the past two years assessed administrative penalties to a long list of facilities found to be in violation of laws regulating ...
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