Local author Jim Black has decided to follow up his book Through These Halls with a collection of people’s memories of growing up in Archer City. “If you call Archer your hometown, I want to hear from you,” says Black.

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The Archer City ISD school board approved a contract with Walker Quality Services for Cafeteria Consulting during its meeting on Monday, June 22. Superintendent Jon Hartgraves presented the item to the board.

Jake Tucker, of Holliday, has been selected for Class XVI of the McKnight Scholars Leadership Program at Oklahoma State University. This distinguished program recognizes high-achieving out-of-state students who exemplify leadership, academic excellence and a strong commitment to serving others.

The Lakeside City Council approved the placement and improvements for the Lakeside City Volunteer Fire Department training trailer during its meeting on Tuesday, June 16. 'In our meeting the other night, we were talking about our training,' VFD Representative Wade Scarbrough said.

In a short meeting the Holliday City Council tackled a couple of items during its council meeting on Monday, June 15. The council voted to move its nearly $1 million emergency fund into a smart investing program with Investar Bank, formerly known as First National Bank.

Nearly every Archer County city saw an increase in sales tax revenue in May than they did in May of 2025. Five of the seven cities in the county saw an increase in their sales tax revenue in 2026 from 2025.

It’s rodeo time once again in Archer County. The Archer County Rodeo Association will present the 81st Annual Archer County Rodeo and Ranch Rodeo Thursday, June 18, through Saturday, June 20, at the Archer County Rodeo Arena.

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