News
The hidden stories veterans carry with them
Charles Phillips, “Wild Bill” Hancock and Todd Grendziak in Iraq during the ground offensive. Bill HancockEditor, CherryRoad MediaBHancock@CherryRoad.comEvery veteran has a unique story when they enter the military. Most people want to listen to war stories and such. Some “war stories” can include a night of partying in a foreign city, foreign port or on…
Agriculture
Runnels County one of two counties designated as Natural Disaster Area due to drought
United States Farm Service Agency This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans. Emergency loans can be used to meet various recovery needs including the replacement of essential items such as equipment…
From the Editor
Changes coming this school year
I’ve made some changes for the upcoming school year. I hope you’ll enjoy them. Whether you approve or not, I’d appreciate your feedback in an email: BHancock@CherryRoad.com
Sports
Runnels County teams perfect 3-0 in week 4
Ballinger’s Clemens throws for six touchdowns in win over Brady RUNNELS COUNTY — It wasn’t easy, but the Balllinger Bearcats (3-1) avenged their loss to Brady (0-4) last year with a big 40-35 win on Friday. The game fueled fans’ anxiety as it was touch and go for a while. Both teams got on the…
Lifestyle
Fenceline Chatter
Livestock producers need to take steps now to prepare for the New World Screwworms, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service livestock specialists.
