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LADY OWLS SWEEP RANKIN

Reagan County's Lulu Ortiz passes the ball Tuesday during the Lady Owls' sweep of Rankin. The varsity won 25-21, 25-7, 25-21 and the JV won 25-10, 25-15. The JV travels to a tournament in Sterling City this weekend, and both squads play at Crane next Tuesday.

PURE FOCUS

Jonathan Hall, an incoming Reagan County 7th Grader, keeps his eye on the ball during drills at Reagan County ISD's Boys Sports Camp on Monday. A total of 55 young athletes signed up to brush up on their football and baseball skills as summer draws to an end.

Big Lake Council Drops Truck Route Restriction From E-Bike, E-Scooter Ordinance

The Big Lake City Council voted Tuesday night, July 21, 2026, to amend the city's E-Bikes and E-Scooters ordinance, removing “truck route” language that had restricted where the vehicles could be …

SETTING THE PACE FOR 2026

Jonah Rodriguez and Nathan Aguilera leg out their first lap of their two-mile practice Tuesday morning as over 20 Reagan County Cross Country runners gear up for the 2026 season. The High School team …

Big Lake Ranked Top Site in Regional Spaceport Feasibility Study

A conceptual rocket launch reaches for space west of Big Lake, representing the town’s top ranking in a Concho Valley Spaceport Feasibility study.

Big Lake ranked first among six sites evaluated for a potential inland spaceport, consultants told a public meeting in Big Lake on Thursday, June 25, as part of the Concho Valley Council of …

RCISD Nears Completion of New Career and Technical Education Building

Reagan County Independent School District (RCISD) expects to begin using its new Career and Technical Education (CTE) Building in October, Superintendent Eric Hallmark said in an email. The only work left is installing a beef trolley, also called a butcher meat rail, and cleanup, Hallmark said

Reagan County Library Preschool Storytime

Reach more than a half million Texas consumers with affordable 2x2 advertisements. Call: The Big Lake Wildcat for details 884-2215 Reagan County Library began the fall session of its Preschool Storytime program for children ages 3 to 5 on Tuesday, September 29, according to a news release from the library

The Blotter

ARRESTS September 24 – Macario Perez Oropeza Jr. – 45 year old male

THIS WEEK IN HISTORY

October 9, 1926 NEW CAFE AND SANDWICH SHOP OPENED IN  BIG LAKE “Inez’s Sandwich Shop” is the name of Big Lake’s newest and latest addition to small business places opened up within the past few months. Mrs

Reagan County Library Preschool Storytime Returns September 29

Reach more than a half million Texas consumers with affordable 2x2 advertisements. Call: The Big Lake Wildcat for details 884-2215 Free weekly program for children ages 3 to 5 runs Tuesdays through November 17 Reagan County Library will begin the fall session of its Preschool Storytime program for children ages 3 to 5 on Tuesday, September 29, according to a news release from the library

The Blotter

ARRESTS September 15 – Dora Herlinda Ramirez Garcia – 27 year old female. Charges: ASSAULT CAUSES BODILY INJURY FAMILY MEMBER

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SPORTS

Owls Boys Place Third at Spring Creek Cross Country Meet

The Reagan County varsity boys cross country team finished third overall at the Spring Creek meet in Mertzon on Wednesday, Sept. 23

Owls Fall 38-22 to McCamey, Open District Against Ballinger on Friday

The Reagan County Owls lost 38-22 to McCamey in their homecoming game Friday night, September 18, at home, and Head Coach Kyle Brown said injuries played a role in the outcome. The Owls open district play at home against the Ballinger Bearcats Friday, September 25, at 7 p.m

Reagan County Cross Country Competes at Big Spring Meet

Varsity boys place 11th and middle school boys seventh as teams The Reagan County Cross Country team competed in the Big Spring Cross Country Meet on September 19, 2026. The Owls were led by Jordan Rodriguez, who placed 37th overall with a time of 19:46.76, and Nathan Aguilera, who placed 48th with a time of 20:03.60

Reagan County senior Levi Martinez celebrates scoring the Owls first touchdown in overtime Friday during the Owls' 45-43 double OT win over Miles. Martinez finished the night with four touchdowns, including both of Reagan County's overtime scores to help spur the Owls past Miles.

Reagan County Owls Outlast Miles in Double-overtime Thriller

Tentitively, pending city attorney opinion on rfq or rfp J.L. MANKIN  BIG LAKE WILDCAT The Reagan County Owls beat the Miles Bulldogs 45-43 in double overtime in Miles on Friday night, winning on a two-point conversion pass in the game's final play

Reagan County Competes at Junction Cross Country Meet

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Obituaries

Helen R. Stanley

Our beloved mom, “Gram”, Helen Stanley, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the age of 89. She was the heart, soul, and life of any party. She is leaving behind a legacy of …

Charles Ernest Turner

Charles Ernest “Charlie” Turner went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 29, 2026. He was born on April 15, 1954, in Hugo, Oklahoma, to Gene and Chico Turner. He graduated from …

KATHY DITTMAN

Kathy Dittman, 64, of Big Lake passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2026 surrounded by her family. Services were held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at Hope in Christ Church with Pastor Leslie …

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Concho Valley

Fess Parker Festival Saturday at Fort Concho

Are you looking for something to do on Saturday, August 15? A 45-mile drive north on U.S. 277 from Eldorado will take you to the Fess Parker Fess-tival at Fort Concho in San Angelo where the actor …

ASU News: New Exhibit of ‘Abandoned’ Student Artworks

Angelo State University is hosting a new exhibit of artworks left behind by departed art students that will run through Friday, July 24, in the Carr Education-Fine Arts (EFA) Building, 2602 Dena …

A&M Research Station at Sonora to Host April 25 Anniversary Event

BY SARAH FULLER TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE More than a century of rangeland research and stewardship will be commemorated during the 110th anniversary celebration of the Texas …

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Lone Star State

Voter Registration Deadline Nears

The deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 3 general election is Oct. 5. Early voting starts Oct. 19 and runs through Oct. 30, according to the Texas Secretary of State’s office. …

New Texas Law Limits Insurance Denials Based on Roof Age

The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) is clarifying its rule that insurance companies can’t decline or not renew a home insurance policy based on the age of a house or its roof. Under the …

Medicaid Funding Restored to Texas Hospitals

Nearly $12 billion in Medicaid funding to Texas hospitals will be restored after a nearly year-long stalemate between the state and the federal government ended, the Texas Standard reported. …

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Web extras

7 e-commerce mistakes that can slow peak season growth

Passport reports seven e-commerce mistakes that can hinder growth during peak season, emphasizing the need for early preparation and streamlined operations.

Halloween should be scary. Your bill doesn't have to be

CreditFresh reports that Halloween expenses are rising, with families facing higher costs for candy, costumes, and decorations.

Exclusive: Hybrid schools open new legal front for choice

The 74 reports that Roots Learning Academy, a hybrid homeschool program in Pennsylvania, faces state scrutiny and potential closure due to childcare licensing requirements.

A rare win in Indian Country: How tribes drove out a mining company in one week

The Economic Hardship Reporting Project and The Guardian report that tribes united to successfully drive out a mining company from Pe' Sla, a sacred site in South Dakota.

Lifestyle

Money is Americans’ top source of stress, and it’s taking a toll on their mental health

Credit Karma reports that money is the top source of stress for Americans, impacting mental health, with many seeking tools for better financial management.

Could plastic-eating robots clean up our oceans?

Reasons to be Cheerful reports on autonomous plastic-eating robots in cities worldwide led by The Ocean Cleanup which aims to remove 90% of ocean plastic by 2040, utilizing interceptors while facing challenges like biodiversity impact and microplastics.

In a drier world, some infectious diseases are unexpectedly thriving

Grist reports that in a drier world, some waterborne diseases like cholera and dengue thrive, highlighting the "drought-disease paradox" amid climate changes.

Food-rescue groups in Canada turn to processing facilities to respond to waste and insecurity

Future of Good reports that food-rescue groups in Canada are opening processing facilities to reduce waste and improve food security, focusing on nutritious options for students.

Trump has promoted AI in education. His FCC may end school internet subsidies.

Chalkbeat reports that FCC reviews of school internet subsidies, driven by concerns over screen time, could disrupt access to essential online resources.

11 smart ways to pay off student loans

Freedom Debt Relief reports smart ways to pay off student loans, emphasizing extra payments, loan forgiveness programs, budgeting, and employer assistance to manage debt effectively.

Are GLP-1 users eating out less, or just ordering less?

Toast reports that 11% of U.S. adults now use GLP-1 medications for weight loss. Users eat out less, order smaller portions, and prefer healthier options.

Bad travel advice from AI: From bogus bars to visa fails

Bodog reports on AI travel planner fails, cautioning against relying solely on chatbots for planning trips after examples of erroneous advice and dangerous recommendations.

Trump midterm rally draws thousands of supporters to Oklahoma town

President Donald Trump on Thursday told an adoring and boisterous crowd to vote like he was on the ballot. Trump launched what is expected to be a month-long campaign blitz in Oklahoma in hopes of energizing Republicans going into the midterms. “We do great when I’m on the ballot,” Trump told thousands packed into the […]

US House candidates disagree on tariffs, but find common ground on opposition to Trump beef imports

SIOUX FALLS — During a Thursday night debate, the Republican candidate in the race for South Dakota’s lone seat in the U.S. House of Representatives joined a chorus of his party’s members in criticizing President Donald Trump’s approach on beef imports. Republican Attorney General Marty Jackley faces Democrat Nikki Gronli in the Nov. 3 general […]