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FLAG RETIREMENT Chuck Ratliff, from left, Braxton Reiter and Steve Tidwell participate in the VFW Flag Retirement Ceremony on June 28, respectfully retiring worn American flags in accordance with long-standing military tradition. | LACEY REITER

FLAG RETIREMENT Chuck Ratliff, from left, Braxton Reiter and Steve Tidwell participate in the VFW Flag Retirement Ceremony on June 28, respectfully retiring worn American flags in accordance with long-standing military tradition. | LACEY REITER

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Veterans honor Old Glory during VFW flag retirement ceremony

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Wednesday, July 1, 2026
LACEY REITER | POST DISPATCH VFW Post 6797 held its annual flag retirement ceremony June 28, providing the community with a solemn opportunity to respectfully retire worn and weathered American flags that had been collected throughout Post and the surrounding area.Leading the ceremony were veterans...
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

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

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ROTARY CLUB NEWS

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026

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POST NOTES

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Public and Civic Meetings Garza County Commissioners Court Regular meeting, Monday, June 29, 9 a.m. County courthouse, 300 W. Main St., Post.Post City Council Regular meeting, Tuesday, July 14, 5:30 p.m. in council chambers, 105 E. Main St.; for more information, visit www.cityfposttexas.com or...
LIBRARY NOTES

LIBRARY NOTES

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LIBRARY NOTES

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
PAM HUMBLE | SPECIAL TO THE DISPATCHOur dinosaur theme for read-alouds has been great fun! The prizes for reading will last through the summer. Keep coming and enjoying the library. To see these children reading is truly the best of times!

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UIL Legislative Council approves shot clock pilot program

Russ Morris |
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
The UIL Legislative Council approved a proposal to enact a pilot program for the 2026-2027 school year for the use of a 35-second shot clock for basketball that will be optional in all conferences for varsity tournaments and showcases upon mutual agreement between coaches.The council heard from...
FAITH RESTORED Ragtown Gospel Theater in Post has scheduled its summer production,“Soldier Come Home,”for July 11–Aug. 29. | COURTESY PHOTO

FAITH RESTORED Ragtown Gospel Theater in Post has scheduled its summer production,“Soldier Come Home,”for July 11–Aug. 29. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Ragtown Theater’s summer production ‘Soldier Come Home’ to open July 11

Stephanie Allen |
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Ragtown Gospel Theater will present its summer production, Soldier Come Home, from July 11 through Aug. 29.According to theater information at ragtown. com, the production honors the service of military members, past and present, while recognizing the nation’s 250th anniversary and the freedoms...
Little Leaguers conclude All-Star Tournaments

Little Leaguers conclude All-Star Tournaments

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Little Leaguers conclude All-Star Tournaments

Russ Morris |
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
The Post Little Leage All-Star baseball and softball teams participated in All-Star tournaments last week in Tahoka, New Home, Idalou and Crosbyton for District 38.The teams in each age division competed against their counterparts from the South Plains for an opportunity to advance to the...

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GARZA COUTY TRAILBLAZERS MENU

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Wednesday, June 24, 2026
MONDAY, JUNE 29Baked Chicken Breast w/Mushroom sauce, Green Peas, Pinto Beans Whole Wheat Roll, Tossed Vegetable Salad, LoCal French Dressing, CantaloupeTUESDAY, JUNE 30Beef Taco Bake, Spanish Rice, Cauliflower, Tossed Salad w/Dressing Country Apple Crisp, Low-Fat MilkWEDNESDAY, JULY...
The Mother Road celebrates America 250

The Mother Road celebrates America 250

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The Mother Road celebrates America 250

Text And Photos By Barbara Brannon And Kay
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Route 66 Centennial Celebrates America’s 250th with Official U.S. Semiquincentennial Publication and Exclusive Centennial PostersIn our collection of Route 66 memorabilia are scores of items bearing the instantly-recognizable “66” highway shield.
BUDDY POPPY TRIBUTE A bright red Buddy Poppy, the official memorial flower of the Veterans of Foreign Wars since 1922, is a symbol of honoring fallen service members and supporting living veterans. | COURTESY IMAGE

BUDDY POPPY TRIBUTE A bright red Buddy Poppy, the official memorial flower of the Veterans of Foreign Wars since 1922, is a symbol of honoring fallen service members and supporting living veterans. | COURTESY IMAGE

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VFW Post to participate in Fourth of July Celebration and Poppy Drive

Lacey Reiter |
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Post’s VFW Post will be participating in this year's Fourth of July celebration in the park and invites veterans, community members and families to stop by its booth throughout the event.Current VFW members are encouraged to visit, and veterans interested in learning more about the organization or...
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