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IN YOUR NEWSPAPER ALL SUMMER LONG

IN YOUR NEWSPAPER ALL SUMMER LONG

Mother Road ‘Test’ Drive

LAST WEEK’S TRIVIA ANSWER:Note that last week we did not publish an answer for the Week 6 question, but here’s the question and answer, again: What is one nickname for Amarillo (site of last week’s Route 66 Centennial Festival) that’s mentioned in our Part 6 story?
VFW Post invites community to Clean-Up Day and flag retirement ceremony

VFW Post invites community to Clean-Up Day and flag retirement ceremony

VFW Post invites community to Clean-Up Day and flag retirement ceremony

The Post VFW will host a Community Clean-Up Day and flag retirement ceremony on Sunday, June 28, and is inviting veterans, families, friends and community members to participate.The clean- up effort will begin in the morning, providing an opportunity for volunteers to help improve and maintain the...
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

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

Khloe Smith earns two top-five finishes at National Speech & Debate

Post High School student Khloe Smith earned national honors at the 2026 National Speech & Debate Tournament in Richmond, Virginia, placing fourth in Original Spoken Word Poetry and fifth in Poetry Reading.Competing against the nation’s top speech and debate students, Smith advanced through multiple...
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.

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.

Post gears up for historic Independence Day celebration

This year, the Post community is coming together for an especially meaningful Independence Day celebration, marking America’s 250th anniversary. The theme, “Post 4th of July,” reflects both a commitment to unity and a proud recognition of the nation's historic milestone.
MAKING A SPLASH A Scout jumps from the diving board while fellow campers enjoy the water at the Post swimming pool during a recent dinosaur-themed Cub Scout day camp hosted by Scouting America. | COURTESY PHOTO

MAKING A SPLASH A Scout jumps from the diving board while fellow campers enjoy the water at the Post swimming pool during a recent dinosaur-themed Cub Scout day camp hosted by Scouting America. | COURTESY PHOTO

Scouts visit Post pool during summer camp

The Post public swimming pool recently welcomed scouts participating in a dinosaur-themed summer Cub Scout day camp hosted by Scouting America.During the camp, scouts enjoyed a variety of activities, including rock climbing, BB guns, archery, games and crafts.
HISTORIC RENEWAL Facade improvements are underway at the Garza Theatre in downtown Post, with more renovations and enhancements in the months ahead. | COURTSY PHOTO

HISTORIC RENEWAL Facade improvements are underway at the Garza Theatre in downtown Post, with more renovations and enhancements in the months ahead. | COURTSY PHOTO

Garza Theatre facade renovations begin

Visible progress is underway at the Garza Theatre on Post’s Main Street as facade renovations have officially begun on the historic downtown building.
MEMBER INDUCTION Rhett Parker, led the induction of new Post Rotary Club members Traci Jarrett, left, and Stephanie Allen during the club’s June 9 meeting. | COURTESY PHOTO

MEMBER INDUCTION Rhett Parker, led the induction of new Post Rotary Club members Traci Jarrett, left, and Stephanie Allen during the club’s June 9 meeting. | COURTESY PHOTO

ROTARY CLUB NEWS

ROTARY CLUB NEWS
TEXAS GAME WARDENS were in attendance at the Post City Park June 13 to help youngsters with water safety and identifying fish species. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 8 | COURTESY PHOTO

TEXAS GAME WARDENS were in attendance at the Post City Park June 13 to help youngsters with water safety and identifying fish species. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 8 | COURTESY PHOTO

Young anglers participate in annual fishing derby

The Post Masonic Lodge 1508 hosted its annual Kids Fishing Derby on June 13 at the Post City Park.
DOWNTOWN PROJECT

DOWNTOWN PROJECT

DOWNTOWN PROJECT

Construction crews poured redtinted concrete around the Post Rotary Centennial clock site in downtown Post. Funds for the new landmark were raised by the Post Rotary Club in honor of the city’s centennial. 
POST REPRESENTED Khloe Smith, Post High School junior, accompanied by her coach, Deborah Garoui, qualified for the NSDA in Richmond Virginia. | COURTESY PHOTO

POST REPRESENTED Khloe Smith, Post High School junior, accompanied by her coach, Deborah Garoui, qualified for the NSDA in Richmond Virginia. | COURTESY PHOTO

Khloe Smith competes at national Speech and Debate tournament in Richmond

Post High School junior Khloe Smith is attending the 2026 National Speech and Debate National Tournament this week in Richmond, Virginia.Smith and her coach, Deborah Garoui, are in Virginia, with Smith competing in Dramatic Interpretation.