VFW Post invites community to Clean-Up Day and flag retirement ceremony
NATIONAL SUCCESS Post High School’s Khloe Smith earned two trophies at the 2026 National Speech & Debate Tournament in Richmond, Virginia, after placing fourth in Original Spoken Word Poetry and fifth in Poetry Reading on June 20. | COURTESY PHOTO
STARS & STRIPES Post’s annual 4th of July celebration along Main Street and in the city park will commemorate America’s 250th anniversary while bringing families, friends and neighbors together for a day filled with festivities on July 4, 2026.
HISTORIC RENEWAL Facade improvements are underway at the Garza Theatre in downtown Post, with more renovations and enhancements in the months ahead. | COURTSY PHOTO
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Visible progress is underway at the Garza Theatre on Post’s Main Street as facade renovations have officially begun on the historic downtown building. Workers were on site this week, removing portions of the existing exterior and preparing for improvements as part of the ongoing restoration project.
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LEADERSHIP TRANSITION Members of the Post Texas Rotary Club gathered for the club’s annual officer induction banquet on June 16 at the community center. | COURTESY PHOTO
ALL-STARS The Post 11/12 Little League All-Star baseball team completed their tournament play on June 15. | COURTESY PHOTO
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Lemon meringue cake a summer showpiece
“The Route 66 Centennial Caravan has continued east after our tragic loss, knowing Dr. Baker's passion for education and experience... especially when it came to Route 66,” posted leaders of the caravan on the event’s Facebook page June 13. “We carry his memory with us as well as his zeal for adventure.” | ROUTE 66 CENTENNIAL CARAVAN
Catherine Estelle “Cathy” Cook, 1967–2026
Gloria Annette Trout, 1938–2026
Joe John Bland, 1944–2025