News
City sees drop in population
Census estimates released Thursday show the City of Lamesa’s population following the same downward trend as the Dawson County figures announced earlier this year.
Newspaper shifts publication days
Beginning this week, local newspaper readers will notice a change regarding when they can expect to find each new edition of the Lamesa Press-Reporter delivered to their home, appearing in their mailbox, or available at local stores.
Tornado tradition links generations
Graduating seniors add annual artwork to ‘The Wall’
Cazares joins board; officers stay in place
In a special meeting Wednesday, Lamesa school board members opted to forego the closed door executive session meeting to determine board officeholders. Instead they agreed to stick with the status quo.
COVID personnel policy on hospital board slate
In a special called meeting Tuesday, Dawson County Hospital District board members could take action on a policy for COVID-19 paid leave due to the end of the federal public health emergency.
Cotton farmers lead effort for stronger financial safety net
On the eve of another drought-ridden growing season, farmers from the High Plains are asking state and national lawmakers to provide a stronger financial safety net.
AgriLife offers trailer safety tips
Agricultural producers use a variety of trailers to carry out daily business, including trailers to haul livestock, feed, supplies and implements. Routine safety towing tips should be kept in mind before venturing out on the road, according to Jeff Fant, AgriLife Extension Disaster Assessment and Recovery agent, San Angelo.
Conservation program includes playa lakes
Partnership efforts includes $1.5 million in funding
Student gets college degree before high school diploma
Abigail Presley graduated May 12 from South Plains College with an associate’s degree in general studies over a week before earning her high school diploma.