Cotton QuickTake

Body November 10, 2025 Much to everyone’s relief, there finally appears to be an end in sight to the government shutdown, now in its 41st day and the longest in U.S. history.

Eight months, one set of poles, and still no signal

Body GREENWOOD - Eight months ago, back in March, the Ranger reported that TxDOT had finally agreed to install a traffic light at the busy (and long-problematic) intersection of FM 307 and CR 1110, something Greenwood ISD had been pushing for over the last few years.

Jones collects 2,000 assists, Greenwood volleyball celebrates All-District honors

Body – Junior Emily Jones has firmly established herself as one of Greenwood’s top volleyball talents, capping another outstanding season as a key contributor to the varsity squad.

Concerned about arsenic? Free water testing and expert advice at upcoming meeting

Body MIDLAND COUNTY - Midland County AgriLife Extension and Culligan are teaming up to offer free arsenic water testing for anyone who registers and brings a water sample to an upcoming Water Wise Lunch & Learn.

Cotton QuickTake

Body November 3, 2025 We’re 34 days into the shutdown, with leaders still holding firm. Some movement is happening behind the scenes as senators work on FY2026 spending, and the restart of SNAP payments offers a bit of relief.

Greenwood guts out gritty win, secures second straight district crown

Body SEMINOLE — Under the bright Friday night lights and against a roaring Seminole crowd guarding a home turf that hadn’t seen defeat in years, the No. 4 Greenwood Rangers proved once again why they are a force in West Texas football.

Midland 4-H shares busy November schedule, stock show deadlines and holiday notes

Body MIDLAND COUNTY - Midland County 4-H youth and families are gearing up for a full month of activities, deadlines, and holiday celebrations, according to the November edition of The Midland 4-H Minute.