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NEW LEADERSHIP Southland principal Dusty Grantham, named the lone finalist for superintendent of Southland ISD, brings 13 years of experience in educational leadership to the job. | COURTESY PHOTO

NEW LEADERSHIP Southland principal Dusty Grantham, named the lone finalist for superintendent of Southland ISD, brings 13 years of experience in educational leadership to the job. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Grantham named lone finalist at Southland ISD

Stephanie Allen |
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
The Southland Independent School District board of trustees unanimously named Dusty Grantham as lone finalist for superintendent during a special-called meeting April 1.

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Inmate dies at Dalby Unit; autopsy pending

Stephanie Allen |
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
An inmate was found unresponsive late Sunday, March 29 at the Giles W. Dalby Unit, according to officials at the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.Staff discovered the inmate at approximately 11:45 p.m. in his cell and immediately initiated life-saving measures.
DIGITAL PREVIEW The Post Area Chamber of Commerce is preparing to launch its new digital sign and is inviting local nonprofits to participate in a trial run by submitting upcoming events. | POST DISPATCH

DIGITAL PREVIEW The Post Area Chamber of Commerce is preparing to launch its new digital sign and is inviting local nonprofits to participate in a trial run by submitting upcoming events. | POST DISPATCH

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DIGITAL PREVIEW

News Staff
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
EGG DROP EXCITEMENT A helicopter releases a shower of colorful eggs over Post City Park as children gather below during the community Easter egg hunt. | COURTESY PHOTO

EGG DROP EXCITEMENT A helicopter releases a shower of colorful eggs over Post City Park as children gather below during the community Easter egg hunt. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Community gathers for Easter egg hunt

Stephanie Allen |
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Post’s Caprock Springs Fellowship church hosted a free community Easter egg hunt on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, at Post City Park. The event began at 6 p.m. and invited families and community members to participate and bring friends for an evening of fellowship and celebration.

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Casino Night fundraiser set for April 11

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
STEPHANIE ALLEN | POST DISPATCHThe Post Area Chamber of Commerce will host its 2026 Casino Night fundraiser on Saturday, April 11, at the Post Community Center, featuring an evening of games, prizes and community fellowship, along with a Grand Slam Raffle drawing.

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MUNICIPAL COURT REPORT

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
During the week of March 20-26, 2026 the Post Municipal Court collected from eleven cases, with a total of $3,721.10 in fines and fees.• Fandeh, Daniel Speeding 45/35 mph zone, $305.50• Fandeh, Daniel Violate Promise to Appear, $401.70• Bledsoe, Christopher Speeding 42/35 mph zone, $314.

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POST NOTES

News Staff
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Public and Civic Meetings Garza County Commissioners Court Regular meeting, Monday, April 13, 9 a.m. County courthouse, 300 W. Main St., Post.Post City Council Regular meeting, Tuesday, April 14, 5:30 p.m. in council chambers, 105 E. Main St.; for more information, visit www.cityfposttexas.
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