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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

News Staff
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.
The Lamb Healthcare Auxiliary purchased a baby changing station for LHC. (Shown): Doris Howell and Janet Conkin. (Submitted Photo)

The Lamb Healthcare Auxiliary purchased a baby changing station for LHC. (Shown): Doris Howell and Janet Conkin. (Submitted Photo)

Commissioners to meet Monday

News Staff
Saturday, June 6, 2026
A meeting of the Lamb County Commissioners’ Court will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, May 8, 2026, in the Lamb County Courthouse, where an 11—item agenda will be considered for appropriate action.After the Call to order, the public may request to make a public comment on any of the agenda items.
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