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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 ABOUT ITS FUTURE. WE’LL SHARE WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE PROGRAM.
• FROM FINANCIAL AUDITS TO INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR ROAD DRAINAGE ISSUES, THE STONEWALL COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT IS TACKLING KEY PROJECTS TO KICK OFF THE YEAR.
• AMID REPORTS OF STRAY DOG CONCERNS, ROTAN IS WORKING TO IMPROVE ANIMAL CONTROL MEASURES. WE’LL BREAK DOWN THE CHALLENGES AND POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS ON THE TABLE.
• THE FISHER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT HAS RETAINED LEGAL COUNSEL AS IT BRACES FOR A LAWSUIT INVOLVING FORMER COMMISSIONER PRESTON MARTIN. STAY TUNED FOR THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS IN THIS ONGOING LEGAL BATTLE.
• AND LAST BUT CERTAINLY NOT LEAST, EDITOR JEFF HURT IS BACK, OFFERING HIS SHARP COMMENTARY ON THE FISHER COUNTY DRAMA, WITH INSIGHTS AND HUMOR YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS.

STAY WITH US FOR THESE STORIES AND MORE AS WE KEEP YOU INFORMED AND UP TO DATE.

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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 kindness and grace. Stay tuned for these stories and more.

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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 myth and reality.

We’ll also share a heartwarming look at local students’ letters to Santa and reflect on the timeless tradition of writing letters to the editor, reminding us of the importance of connection and community.

So, as the holiday season kicks into high gear, take a moment to enjoy the magic, mystery, and meaning of the season.