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Paul named lone finalist for WISD Superintendent

4 years ago By Nathan Lawson, William Paul

The Windthorst ISD school board voted unanimously to name Dr. William Paul, current high school principal at Breckenridge ISD, as the lone finalist for its superintendent position during a special called meeting Tuesday, July 27.

Archer County News unviels new look

4 years ago By Nathan Lawson

The Archer County News has rolled out its new and improved look with this edition. Readers can experience the change in the front page and throughout the inside of the weekly paper.

Owner, city discuss sunken roof on Archer City square

4 years ago By Nathan Lawson

Many folks around town have noticed the state of the roof at 103 S. Center St.

Owner Gregg Miller has painted the windows at the property at 103 S. Center to block the view of the sunken roof. He is working with his insurance company to get the repairs done. Photo/Nathan Lawson

Archer City ISD examines budget

4 years ago By Nathan Lawson

The Archer City ISD school board discussed a preliminary budget and tax rates at its meeting Monday, July 26. Superintendent CD Knobloch led the school board through the preliminary budget preview and said the proposed budgets will be $0.9321 per $100 property tax value for maintenance and operation.

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County approves 6% raise for all employees

4 years ago By Nathan Lawson

The Archer County Commissioner’s Court continued its discussion regarding budget and tax rates for the fiscal year 2022 during its meeting Monday, July 26. County Tax Assessor-Collector Dawn Vieth said she received the 2021 truth in taxation form from the state comptroller’s at 4:15 p.m.

Archer County News Travels

4 years ago By News Staff

The Archer County News recently traveled with Matt and Krissa England to Rick's Cafe in Negril, Jamaica during their honeymoon in early July. Courtesy photo/Matt England.

Windthorst mural complete

4 years ago By News Staff

Travelers on U.S. 281 just north of Windthorst will find on the east side of the highway a mural at Carcano’s Fine Meats. The mural is a creation by local artist Brea’n Thompson depicting all things Texas. Thompson said, “The Carcanos love it and the community loves it. It was a good, fun project.”

Lights installed at Scotland Park

4 years ago By News Staff

New LED lighting goes up at the Scotland Park baseball field. Clay Jackson of Double E Electric is handling the 48 light, 6 pole installation. The original lights on the field decades ago were installed by Jackson’s father, Lane Jackson.

Archer County News to unviel new look next week

4 years ago By Nathan Lawson

The Archer County News will be showing off a new look come the first edition of August. Readers can expect a change in the front page and throughout the inside of the weekly paper.