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POST MAIN STREET is where hometown spirit and holiday lights come together to brighten the season. | COURTESY PHOTO

POST MAIN STREET is where hometown spirit and holiday lights come together to brighten the season. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Light Up Post launches Christmas sponsorship campaign

Stephanie Allen |
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
While summer temperatures continue to rise, organizers of Light Up Post are already looking ahead to the Christmas season.Although Christmas is months away, Light Up Post is inviting the community to start planning Christmas in July by helping make the 2026 holiday celebration the brightest yet.

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POST NOTES

News Staff
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Public and Civic Meetings Garza County Commissioners Court Regular meeting, Monday, July 27, 9 a.m. County courthouse, 300 W. Main St., Post.Post City Council Regular meeting, Tuesday, Aug. 11, 5:30 p.m. in council chambers, 105 E. Main St.; for more information, visit www.cityfposttexas.

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MUNICIPAL COURT REPORT

News Staff
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
During the week of July 10–16, 2026, the Post Municipal Court collected from ten cases, with a total of $2178.25 in fines and fees.• Greathouse, Daisha Speeding 29/20 mph in School Zone, 264.00• Wooley, Joann Speeding 74/55 mph zone, $230.00• Alaniz, Evelin Operating Vehicle Where Prohibited, $240.
Going dutch with butavan flavoring

Going dutch with butavan flavoring

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Going dutch with butavan flavoring

Angelina L
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
My neighbor sent me a text asking if I knew where to purchase butavan flavoring. I have to admit, I didn’t know a combination of butter and vanilla flavoring is commonly known as butavan. The reason my little neighbor was searching for butavan was to make a batch of mini-muffins.
Starting fall crops—amid summer heat

Starting fall crops—amid summer heat

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Starting fall crops—amid summer heat

Ellen Peffley
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
From the gardenWith temperatures nearing triple digits it is hard to believe but it is time for preparing the fall vegetable garden. Even though it is hot now think about the conditions in September and October—sunny days, moderating temperatures and cooler nights.
CLUB LEADERSHIP Newly installed officers of the Amity Study Club are, from left, Amy Weems, Nancy McDonald, Carol Williams, Kim Greer, Nancy Thuett and Mary Ann Wright, following the club’s installation ceremony held May 19 in the home of Karen Nichols. | COURTESY PHOTO

CLUB LEADERSHIP Newly installed officers of the Amity Study Club are, from left, Amy Weems, Nancy McDonald, Carol Williams, Kim Greer, Nancy Thuett and Mary Ann Wright, following the club’s installation ceremony held May 19 in the home of Karen Nichols. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Post Amity Study Club installs 2026 officers

News Staff
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
STEPHANIE ALLEN | POST DISPATCH The Amity Study Club met May 19 at the home of Karen Nichols for its end-ofyear meeting and officer installation. Members brought salads for a buffet luncheon enjoyed by all. Fourteen members and one guest, Natalie Weems, attended.
Mistakes turn deadly at high speeds

Mistakes turn deadly at high speeds

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Mistakes turn deadly at high speeds

News Staff
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
TXDOTCHILDRESS – In Texas, gettingthere a few minutes faster isn’t worth a lifetime of consequences. Choosing to slow down is one of the simplest ways to protect yourself— and everyone else on the road.That’s the message behind Drive Like a Texan: Kind. Courteous. Safe.
UIL’s Zepeda clarifies

UIL’s Zepeda clarifies

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UIL’s Zepeda clarifies home-field advantage proposal

Russ Morris |
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
The Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) began its three-day coaching school and convention on July 19 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston.The THSCA invited many speakers to the convention. Among those who attended were UIL Director of Athletics Ray Zepeda.
IN YOUR NEWSPAPER ALL SUMMER LONG

IN YOUR NEWSPAPER ALL SUMMER LONG

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Mother Road ‘Test’ Drive

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Wednesday, July 22, 2026
In 1936, Route 66 terminated at the intersection of Lincoln Boulevard and Olympic Boulevard in Santa Monica, California; later it was symbolically extended to the Santa Monica Pleasure Pier, with its much larger capacity for welcoming travelers.HOW WELL DO YOU KNOW YOUR ROUTE 66 HISTORY?
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