News
The Depot in Miles sits down for some questions after the closing of Higginbothams
MILES — With the surprising closing of Higginbotham Brothers hardware (HBC) in Ballinger I decided to talk to a local business owner who offers many of the products similar to Higginbotham Brothers.
Agriculture
ECAP deadline is August 15
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is issuing up to $10 billion in payments through the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) for the 2024 crop year.
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
Check out what’s going on around Runnels County
Check out what's going on around Runnels County
Runnels County Farmers Market
Athlete of the Week
Winters Blizzards’ male and female athletes of the week!
Alex Pena – Alex was the Blizzards’ top boy finisher at the Jim Ned Cross Country meet on Saturday 8/16. Girl Athlete of the Week: Laila Aguero – Laila was our top girl finisher at the Jim Ned Cross Country meet on Saturday 8/16. Layla finished in 19th place overall with a time of 13:57,
Sports
Friday football preview – Week 1
High school football season is upon us! The excitement is palpable from Winters to Ballinger to Miles! School flags adorn homes and businesses. Player numbers are painted round bales of hay, yard signs in business windows can be seen around the county. Yes, there truly is nothing like West Texas high school Friday Night Lights.…
Furry Friend of the Week
Border Collie boys seeking forever home
Bill Hancock Dog Lover CherryRoad Media Here they are! Just in time for Christmas! These three amazing, BEAUTIFUL Border Collie buckaroos are looking for a furever home. They are about 10 months old and are a bit shy, but will warm up to you quickly. If someone just dumped you out on the street, you’d…
Hodge Podge
St. Mary Star of the Sea Fall Festival
Stand alone
Lifestyle
Celebrating Older Americans Month: Flip the script on aging
Older Americans Month in May is a time to acknowledge the contributions older adults make every day. Across the nation, older adults make their mark as volunteers, employees, parents, grandparents, mentors and advocates.