The Archer County Commissioner’s Court approved having preliminary plans drawn for a new Emergency Service Center and Archer Family Clinic during its meeting on Monday, Feb. 23.

The Lakeside City Council approved the purchase of a truck bed and parts for the Lakeside City Volunteer Fire Department during its meeting on Thursday, Feb. 17.

The Archer City ISD school board voted against a resolution installing a period of prayer and reading of the bible or other religious text during its board meeting on Monday, Feb. 23.

Archer County Judge Randy Jackson declared a countywide emergency burn ban on Monday, Feb. 23.

Lent: is a season of prayer and repentance to draw us closer to God. It is an annual opportunity to kickstart or deepen our relationship with Christ.

Archer County News has put together a get to know your candidate section for the upcoming March 3 primary. This free section allowed 300 words or less for candidates in the upcoming election to provide information about themselves for voters to make an informed decision. The remainder of the bios were published in the Feb. 12 edition. Early voting in the March Primary Election started Tuesday, Feb. 17, and end Friday, Feb. 27.

.

.

My name is Justin Coleman, and I am a candidate for Archer County Commissioner, Precinct 2. This county isn’t just where I live—it’s who I am. I was born and raised right here in Archer County, and I’ve spent my entire life learning the value of hard work, honesty, and community.

Holliday, Lakeside City, Scotland and Windthorst saw increase in tax revenue in February 2026 than it had in February 2025. Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.5 billion in local sales tax allocations for February, 2.5 percent more than in February 2025.