The Hat Trick — On the strength of three first place finishers, the Friona Chieftain Powerlifting Team completed the trifecta by winning their third consecutive Regional Championship last weekend in Brownfield. Aaron Rosales, Mario Garcia, and Ishmael Flores set the tone with their victories and were joined by teammates Erik Estrada (4th Place) and Izaac Ortiz (5th Place) as medalists. Congratulations to Coach Rocha and the ENTIRE team for a job well done!!!
High Wind Warning — The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Watch for our area for Friday morning through Friday evening. The forecast calls for sustained winds from 30-50 miles per hour with gusts over 70 mph.
Xcel Energy has announced that Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings (EPSS) will be activated and that a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) is possible. Xcel Energy uses weather forecasts and other data to determine the best course of action to protect public safety. High winds, low relative humidity and dry ground conditions are key factors in their wildfire risk models. They update these models regularly and adjust operations to reduce wildfire risk. Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings (EPSS) and Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) are tools they implement to reduce wildfire risk and keep customers safe.
EPSS allows power lines to remain in service during periods of elevated wildfire risk, with additional protection settings enabled. In a PSPS event, power is proactively shut off for safety as a last resort.
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The Pot Luck of the Irish — Don’t forget that the annual St. Patrick’s Day Dinner is scheduled for Tuesday, March 18th beginning at 5:30 p.m. The meal will include a choice between bratwurst with sauerkraut & carrots or ham with steamed cabbage & butter beans. Both will be served with cornbread and a dessert. Dine-In or Carry-Out reservations must be made by 12 noon on Monday, March 17th. Legacy Pointe is located at 1500 N. Main.
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“Live, love, laugh and learn” — The local Caregiver’s Support group met Friday, March 7, 2025 for their regular first Friday of the month meeting. 18 members were present. Following coffee and donuts at 9:30, Rhonda Sanders of Bluebonnet Home Health opened the meeting with a brief discussion of the four components to consider in caregiving: focus; medical needs; support system, both financial and hands on; and financial. Next, several members shared their experiences and thoughts. The next meeting will be Friday, April 4th at Legacy Pointe located at 1500 N. Main. All caregivers are welcome to attend. If you have questions, contact Rhonda at (806) 247-0057.
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Light It Up — Deaf Smith Electric Cooperative (DSEC) will hold its 87th Annual Membership Meeting next Tuesday at the Deaf Smith County Bull Barn in Hereford.
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Steak Dinner Coming Soon — FHS Senior Steak Dinner tickets are now available from any FHS 2025 Senior. The meal, which includes a steak, baked potato, green beans, roll, dessert, will be served on Sunday, March 30th from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. You can dine-in at the Jr. High Cafeteria or do curbside pick-up in the West parking lot. Tickets prices (all ages) are $20 in advance and $22 at the door. Proceeds will benefit the Alcohol Free All Night Graduation Party in May.
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Lift Off — Friona Squaw Powerlifters Marie Phillips, Anneliese Rocha, and Reyna Arias are competing this weekend in the State Powerlifting Meet in Edinburg.
Go Big Red!!!
In Parmer County: $40 per year
Out of Parmer County: $50 per year
eStar (emailed): $30 per year
Call 806-250-5200 for more information
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FCCLA State Qualifiers — Front Row (l-r) Lexi Saldana - Teach & Train; Emily Ibarra - Teach & Train; Stevie Herring - Cupcakes; Nadia Snyder - Early Childhood Education; Back Row (l-r) Brice Jeter & Thomas Cook - Sports & Nutrition; Denzel Perez & Hector Aguirre - Interior Design. Not in photo was Sophia Leon - Fashion Construction. They will compete at state April 11th-13th. Congratulations and good luck!
Beauty and the Beast — After enduring a “Dust Bowl” day a week ago Monday, weather warriors enjoyed a “Snow Globe” day last Saturday that produced a beautiful 2 inch snowfall..