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THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK

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THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
Cat’s in the CradleRecently my wife and I drove to Lynchburg, Virginia, to watch our oldest grandchild graduate from Liberty University. It was a very long drive—over 2,600 miles, to be more exact—but it was well worth the time and the expense of four-dollars-a-gallon gasoline.
Mother Road ‘Test’ Drive

Mother Road ‘Test’ Drive

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Mother Road ‘Test’ Drive

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
LAST WEEK’S TRIVIA ANSWER:In many of the Route 66 towns we’ve visited, what we called a hot dog is advertised as a “coney”— short for Coney Island hot dog as a nod to the famous Brooklyn, New York, amusement destination.
EMERGENCY SERVICES Post–Garza County EMS Facility in Post, Texas, designed by Halo Architects. The facility provides emergency medical services for Post and Garza County, with spaces designed to support rapid response operations and EMS personnel. | COURTESY PHOTO

EMERGENCY SERVICES Post–Garza County EMS Facility in Post, Texas, designed by Halo Architects. The facility provides emergency medical services for Post and Garza County, with spaces designed to support rapid response operations and EMS personnel. | COURTESY PHOTO

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State grant to support Garza EMS equipment upgrades

Stephanie Allen |
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Garza County EMS has received approval for a $500,000 state grant that could fund the purchase of a new ambulance and critical emergency medical equipment, according to EMS Director Rodney Tidwell.“We’re extremely happy about it,” Tidwell said.
Kids Fishing Derby set for June 13 at Post City Park

Kids Fishing Derby set for June 13 at Post City Park

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Kids Fishing Derby set for June 13 at Post City Park

Stephanie Allen |
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Children ages 13 and younger are invited to participate in the annual Kids Fishing Derby on Saturday, June 13, at Post City Park.Hosted by Post Masonic Lodge No. 1058, the event will begin with registration at 7:30 a.m. Fishing is scheduled from 8 to 10:30 a.m., followed by lunch at 11 a.m.
FLOYDADA GRADUATE Kylan Sanders Francis was tapped recently to serve as district engineer for TxDot’s Lubbock District, the first woman to serve in that capacity. | COURTESY PHOTO

FLOYDADA GRADUATE Kylan Sanders Francis was tapped recently to serve as district engineer for TxDot’s Lubbock District, the first woman to serve in that capacity. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Francis named TxDOT Lubbock district engineer

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
Kylan Francis, P.E., was recently named the district engineer for TxDOT’s Lubbock District, according to a press release from the agency. She is the first woman to hold the job, and a Floydada High School graduate.
Post plans community celebration for America’s 250th birthday

Post plans community celebration for America’s 250th birthday

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Post plans community celebration for America’s 250th birthday

Stephanie Allen |
Thursday, June 4, 2026
The Post community will celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a full day of free family activities, contests, food vendors and community fellowship during the Post 4th of July Celebration on July 4, 2026, at the city park.
CITY LEADERS Post City Secretary Suzan Collazo (left) administered the oath of office last week to council members Carol Hester, Ward 3; Dianne James, Ward 4; and Jimmy Valdez, Ward 5, during a swearing-in ceremony on June 1 in Post. | COURTESY PHOTO

CITY LEADERS Post City Secretary Suzan Collazo (left) administered the oath of office last week to council members Carol Hester, Ward 3; Dianne James, Ward 4; and Jimmy Valdez, Ward 5, during a swearing-in ceremony on June 1 in Post. | COURTESY PHOTO

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CITY LEADERS

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
CITY LEADERS Post City Secretary Suzan Collazo (left) administered the oath of office last week to council members Carol Hester, Ward 3; Dianne James, Ward 4; and Jimmy Valdez, Ward 5, during a swearing-in ceremony on June 1 in Post.

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Garza County reports unofficial primary runoff election results

News Staff
Thursday, May 28, 2026
STEPHANIE ALLEN | POST DISPATCHGarza County election officials released unofficial results Tuesday evening for the May 26 primary runoff election, with Republican voters casting ballots in several statewide and district races.In the Republican U.S.
POST POOL OPENS The Post swimming pool officially opened Monday, May 25, Memorial Day, offering families and youth the chance to cool off from a hot summer day. See what changes are in store at the pool this year. Meet this summer’s Post lifeguards, page 5. | COURTESY PHOTO

POST POOL OPENS The Post swimming pool officially opened Monday, May 25, Memorial Day, offering families and youth the chance to cool off from a hot summer day. See what changes are in store at the pool this year. Meet this summer’s Post lifeguards, page 5. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Post swimming pool opens for summer season

Stephanie Allen |
Thursday, May 28, 2026
The Post Swimming Pool officially opened for the summer season Monday, May 25, welcoming families and swimmers for another year of summer fun in Post.The pool, located at U.S. Highway 84 and Third Street, is open to the public seven days a week, weather permitting, from 1 to 5 p.m.
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