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City Hall hours extended, council explores fishing for trout

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 05:56

WITH APPRECIATION: Outgoing Mayor Richard Buchanan received a plaque from incoming Mayor Todd Jordan during last week’s city council meeting, thanking him for his service.

Hamilton City Council approved Council member Jake Robertson’s proposal to return city hall to its original office hours at their meeting last Thursday. Beginning July 1, official city hours will return to 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with city hall closed to the public at 4 p.m.

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Patriotic Helpers

Wed, 06/17/2026 - 05:56

Patriotic Helpers

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Win this flag...

Wed, 06/10/2026 - 06:09

FREE FLOWING FLAG- The Hamilton County Courthouse will be giving away its American flag that sits proudly on the top of the courthouse in a drawing for the 250th celebration of the 4th of July. To enter the drawing, go to the County Judge’s office.

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A FAREWELL SENDOFF

Wed, 06/10/2026 - 06:09

A FAREWELL SENDOFF

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scoop

Wed, 06/10/2026 - 06:09

I feel like I’m going to my own wake. Grant wrote the eulogy last week.

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Local pastor turned author has a message:

Wed, 06/10/2026 - 06:09

DREW’S JOURNEY: Drew Dabbs, pastor of First Baptist Church, holds the book he authored, The Journey: Finding Our Way Without Formulas. Photo by Maria Weaver

If you want a conversation with First Baptist Church Pastor Drew Dabbs, don’t take him to El Jardin for lunch. He will never sit down.

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MISSION BRIEFING 005: THE OPEN COMMS PROTOCOL

Wed, 06/10/2026 - 06:09

By now, the citizens of Hamilton have had a few weeks to adjust to the presence of Sgt. Attaway in their local newsfeed. I have issued directives on everything from your linguistic failures and your unkempt lawns to the chemical toxicity of your snack food.

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Hamilton Library expands summer learning opportunities

Wed, 06/10/2026 - 06:09

Hamilton Public Library is offering a variety of new educational and creative programs this summer, providing opportunities for children, teens, and adults to learn new skills, explore hobbies, and stay engaged throughout the season. In addition to LEGO Robotics, 3D design, Snack Science Camp, Library Summer Camp, and Vacation Garden School, patrons of all ages can enjoy math, chess, reading enrichment, watercolor, crafting, and beading classes.

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lays eggs in open wounds

Wed, 06/10/2026 - 06:09

Gov. Greg Abbott issued a statewide disaster declaration late last week after the New World screwworm was found in two calves in South Texas, according to The Dallas Morning News.

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HVFD to host golf tourney June 27

Wed, 06/10/2026 - 06:09

The Hamilton Volunteer Fire Department will be hosting their annual four-person scramble golf tournament on Saturday, June 27, at the Perry Country Club in Hamilton. “All proceeds from the tournament will go toward the construction of the new fire station,” said organizer and volunteer fire fighter Jason Sellers.

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