Vickie Veitenheimer Barrett

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Vickie Veitenheimer Barrett, age 71, of Sherman, formerly of Windthorst, passed away Aug.2, 2025 in Beaumont. Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Aug.
Vickie Veitenheimer Barrett

New school year starts cell phone policy

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The start of the 20252026 school year will bring major changes and adjustments for older students as this year will be the first with House Bill 1481 in effect. The law bans the use of cell phones and other personal communication devices like smartwatches and Bluetooth headphones by students during the school day.
With the passing of House Bill 1481, personal communication devices like cell phones and air pods will be banned for use by students during school hours this school year. Photo/Callie Lawson

County approves ACJLS barn improvement

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The Archer County Commissioner’s Court approved an expense of $5,000 to purchase a new electrical box for the Archer Junior Livestock Show Barn during its meeting on Monday, Aug. 11.
County approves ACJLS barn improvement