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Thursday, June 11, 2026
The Olton Area Library hosts its first summer event, 'Slide Into Summer', on June 3, 2026. (Photo by Madison Vidales)
Marcus Angel Garcia, son of Jesusa Garcia and the late Marcelino Garcia Sr. of Littlefield, received his Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Lubbock Christian University on Saturday May 9, 2026. He will be attending P. A. school to continue his studies and go into the medical field. (Submitted Photo)

Marcus Angel Garcia, son of Jesusa Garcia and the late Marcelino Garcia Sr. of Littlefield, received his Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Lubbock Christian University on Saturday May 9, 2026. He will be attending P. A. school to continue his studies and go into the medical field. (Submitted Photo)

HHSC Encourages Texans to Choose Regulated Child Care Providers As Summer Begins

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is encouraging parents and guardians to choose a regulated child care provider when exploring care options this summer.
Olton Area Library to host summer events

Olton Area Library to host summer events

Olton Area Library to host summer events

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
The Olton Area Library is hosting several activities for eager readers this summer, including a summer reading contest and weekly activities.The summer reading contest started on May 26 and continues through June 30. Parents interested in signing their child up may visit the library.

Farm workers continue battle on wage cut rule

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
In mid-May, a U.S. federal district court denied farm workers’ motion for a preliminary injunction against what plaintiffs say are the Trump administration’s illegal wage cut rule, which drastically cuts wages for H-2A workers and undercuts U.S. farm worker wages.
The New World Screwworm is not a worm. It is a parasitic fly whose larvae burrow into and feed on the living flesh of warm-blooded animals, particularly livestock, wildlife, pets, and, in rare cases, humans.

The New World Screwworm is not a worm. It is a parasitic fly whose larvae burrow into and feed on the living flesh of warm-blooded animals, particularly livestock, wildlife, pets, and, in rare cases, humans.

Governor Abbott Deploys State Resources To Combat New World Screwworm

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
Governor Greg Abbott received a briefing and updated Texans on the state’s response following confirmation of a New World Screwworm (NWS) detection in Texas. The Governor also issued a disaster declaration for Zavala and Uvalde Counties.
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