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LASTING LEGACY A small American flag stands before the Garza County Roll of Honor monument on the courthouse square in Post, serving as a tribute to local servicemen who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the United States. | STEPHANIE ALLEN

LASTING LEGACY A small American flag stands before the Garza County Roll of Honor monument on the courthouse square in Post, serving as a tribute to local servicemen who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the United States. | STEPHANIE ALLEN

Garza County court approves tech upgrades, insurance renewals amid state grant updates

The Garza County Commissioners tackled a wide-ranging agenda Monday, June 8, balancing local technology upgrades, employee benefits and county department reports during its regular session.The court voted to bring new technology into the commissioners’ courtroom, approving equipment to enable Zoom...
Texas Ten Podcast

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Texas Ten Podcast highlights Post, scenic drive through Garza County

The Texas Ten Podcast recently spotlighted Post and neighboring Gail as two West Texas destinations worth exploring, praising the communities’ history, local attractions and the rural drive along Farm-to-Market Road 669.Podcast hosts M’Lissa and Steve Howen described the route between Gail, the...
POST LUNCHROOM MENU

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BreakfastJune 8Pancakes, Bacon Fruit, Juice.Milk VarietyJune 9Breakfast Combo: Eggs, Cheese, Toast, Potatoes Fruit , Juice, Milk VarietyJune 10Breakfast Sandwich Fruit, Juice, Milk VarietyJune 11Breakfast Cookie, Yogurt Fruit, Juice, Milk VarietyJune 12Breakfast Burrito Hashbrown Fruit, Juice, Milk...

MUNICIPAL COURT REPORT

During the week of May 22-28, 2026, the Post Municipal Court collected from seven cases, with a total of $2,733.30 in fines and fees.• Munoz, Lillie Theft Under $50, $362.20• Martinez, Joe Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, $547.30• Martinez, Joe Violate Promise to Appear, $330.20• Cruse, Jayla...

POST NOTES

Public and Civic Meetings Garza County Commissioners Court Regular meeting, Monday, June 8, 9 a.m. County courthouse, 300 W. Main St., Post.Post City Council Regular meeting, Tuesday, June 9, 5:30 p.m. in council chambers, 105 E. Main St.; for more information, visit www.cityfposttexas.com or call...
MONUMENT MOVEMENT Headstones stand at varying angles in the Post Cemetery, where natural ground movement and weathering have caused some grave markers to shift. | COURTESY PHOTO

MONUMENT MOVEMENT Headstones stand at varying angles in the Post Cemetery, where natural ground movement and weathering have caused some grave markers to shift. | COURTESY PHOTO

Community works together to preserve Post’s historic cemetery

The City of Post is asking for the public’s help in preserving and maintaining the dignity and safety of the city cemetery after several headstones were recently found to be leaning or unstable.According to city officials, the condition of some monuments is not uncommon in older cemeteries.
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK

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

Mother Road ‘Test’ Drive

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

State grant to support Garza EMS equipment upgrades

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

Kids Fishing Derby set for June 13 at Post City Park

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.The...