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Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the first free episode of the DMC Weekly Edition, where local news finds a new frequency. Subscribe in June 2026 and receive a 15% off coupon for our 4th Estate merch. the4thestate.shop - offer ends July 1st 2026. In this week’s audio edition of the Double Mountain Chronicle, Editor Jeff Hurt leads listeners through the May 29, 2026 edition , including the first install...

Send us Fan Mail  From our Veterans Stories series, which we’re honored to have published over the years in the Double Mountain Chronicle .  In Honor of Veterans Day — November 12, 2015 Edition From a sun-struck beach in Galveston to Cold War runways and Vietnam airlifts, Major Gordon “Scotty” Daniel’s life takes flight—dogfights, medevacs, and the wisdom earned at 35,000 feet. Then we turn to Nav...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to this week’s edition of the ShortCut - where we’re bringing you the latest stories from the Double Mountain region. Rolling Plains Title of Texas is expanding to Aspermont, offering local title and closing services. Aspermont ISD welcomed administrators from across Texas, showcasing the innovative changes that helped transform the district’s education system. Fisher Coun...

Send us Fan Mail In Stonewall County, all eyes were on the upcoming May election—until there wasn’t one. With no challengers stepping up for city council, school board, or hospital district seats, officials will likely cancel their elections in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, in Rotan, voters will head to the polls to decide on two key measures: a $7.5 million bond for school renovations and teacher...

Send us Fan Mail In this weeks edition of the shortcut we start with the latest from Aspermont ISD as the district takes a big step toward securing future funding with the creation of a new education foundation. Over in Rotan, the city has officially cleared its first dilapidated structure—what does this mean for ongoing revitalization efforts? Plus, with a critical bond election deadline approach...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to this week’s episode of the ShortCut, where we break down the biggest stories impacting our community. First, we’ll take a look at Rotan ISD’s upcoming town hall meeting on February 3, where officials hope to gather public input on a possible bond election this May. After last year’s failed bond proposal, the district is seeking clarity on community concerns before...

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode of The ShortCut, we’re diving into the latest from Aspermont’s City Council, including updates on vegetation ordinance violations, substandard structures, and an election coming this May. Rotan is making progress on its first substandard structure cleanup project, while Roby CISD addresses a budget shortfall and plans for stronger financial controls. Plus, e...

Send us Fan Mail IN THIS WEEK’S EDITION OF THE SHORTCUT;  ROTAN ISD IS PREPARING FOR A PIVOTAL TOWN HALL MEETING NEXT MONDAY TO DISCUSS THE POSSIBILITY OF A NEW BOND ELECTION FOLLOWING LAST NOVEMBER’S FAILED PROPOSAL. LEARN WHAT’S ON THE AGENDA AND WHY YOUR INPUT IS CRITICAL. PLANS FOR ASPERMONT’S BASEBALL TEAM HAVE BEEN PUT ON HOLD DUE TO LOW PARTICIPATION, BUT THE DISTRICT IS STAYING OPTIMISTIC...

Send us Fan Mail This week, we dive into Aspermont's plans for 2025 property cleanups and code enforcement, Big Country Electric Cooperative’s welcome savings on winter bills, and Fisher County’s new sheriff navigating a challenging start. Plus, in our editorial, Tricia Hurt reflects on balancing accountability with compassion, sharing a heartfelt reminder of the transformative power of kindn...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to The ShortCuts’s Holiday Edition—our final episode of the year! We invite you to join us for a lighthearted detour from the everyday grind. This week, we bring you "The Interview of a Lifetime," a whimsical and mysterious holiday story where a centuries-old watch, a lost letter to Santa, and a journalist’s curious discovery collide to blur the lines between myt...

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode of The ShortCut, we dive into the latest updates from Stonewall Hospital, where the board has approved new employee policies aimed at addressing financial challenges, but not without raising staff concerns. Next, we’ll explore Fisher County’s recent approval of tax abatements for renewable energy projects and the questions surrounding their long-term impact....

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s edition of The Shortcut, we dive into key stories shaping our local communities. First up, Aspermont, Roby, and Rotan are applying for seven hundred and fifty thousand dollars each through the twenty twenty-five Community Development Block Grant program to fund critical infrastructure projects. Next, Aspermont ISD received a positive financial audit, showing healthy...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s edition of the ShortCut; controversy continues to swirl in Fisher County after sheriff-elect Simon Wade was declared ineligible to take office due to a licensing issue. With the sheriff’s position now vacant, the Fisher County commissioners will have to appoint a replacement while current sheriff Tom Pohlman remains in charge until January. Meanwhile, local school b...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the shortcut, we dive into the 2024 election, where Fisher County faces political shifts with the appointment of Morgan Brooks as County Attorney after a surprising vacancy, and the mixed results of school bond proposals in Aspermont and Rotan ISDs. We also explore the ongoing legal drama surrounding newly-elected Sheriff Simon Wade, whose eligibility to take of...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's edition of The Shortcut, the Stonewall Memorial Hospital District is working to resolve their portion of the over $112,000 in IRS-related tax debt tied to the county's ambulance service, with efforts underway to ensure future compliance. In other news, Engie Renewables met with Stonewall County officials to discuss plans for a 600 MW solar farm, potentiall...

Send us Fan Mail In this edition of the ShortCut, we’ll dive into the highlights from the Stonewall Memorial Hospital Health Fair, where the community gathered for a fun and health-focused event. From free screenings and flu shots to a unique pumpkin decorating contest, the fair had something for everyone. We’ll also explore the upcoming election season in Fisher and Stonewall Counties, where loca...

Send us Fan Mail In this October 4th edition of the ShortCut, we honor the late George Giles, a beloved member of the Aspermont community, whose dedication kept the Meals on Wheels program running. With his passing, the service urgently needs volunteers to continue supporting residents in need. We encourage the community to step up in his memory. We’ll also cover key topics from recent town hall m...

Send us Fan Mail In this September 20th edition of the shortcut, the Stonewall County Commissioners are raising deputy salaries, even after losing financial support from the City of Aspermont, ensuring they meet state-mandated minimums. Next, we discuss Rotan ISD's proposed $6.5 million bond for school renovations and teacher housing, addressing rising costs and potential overcrowding. The Ro...

Send us Fan Mail In this September 20th edition of the ShortCut;  The City of Aspermont is reallocating funds to cover its portion of an estimated $110,000 owed to the IRS for past unpaid taxes related to EMS services, leading to the postponement of a second deputy’s salary in the sheriff's budget. The city managed to balance its water and sewer budget by delaying equipment purchases, but ong...

Send us Fan Mail In this friday, the 13th edition of the ShortCut, Stonewall County joins a new state pilot program aimed at enhancing election transparency through video monitoring of ballot counting. As part of HB 246, the program involves setting up cameras in the county elections office to oversee the process without compromising voter privacy. The initiative will run until January 2025, with...

Send us Fan Mail In this edition of the shortcut, we cover the Aspermont City Council's decision to revisit its interlocal agreement with Stonewall County regarding the allocation of $30,000 for deputy salaries amid concerns about state funding and budget deficits. We’ll delve into Fisher County's recent discussions on industrial developments, including a potential data center by iren an...

Send us Fan Mail In this week's edition of the Short Cut: Fisher County Judge Ken Holt defends his budget plan amid controversy, A grand jury indicted a former paramedic on multiple sexual assault charges, Stonewall County adopts a tight budget, calls an election and prepares for possible courthouse repairs, Fisher County gears up for a busy elections season, and the 80th Annual Fisher County...