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The Bankhead Community Theatre has several upcoming projects including Shakespeare in the Park and a Young Park will be on July 21 and 22 at 7 p.m. at the Conrad Hilton Center Memorial Park in Cisco.

The movie “Sound of Freedom” is a powerful and thought-provoking film that explores the harrowing world of human trafficking and the efforts of one man to bring justice to its victims. Directed by Alejandro Monteverde, the film takes its audience on a gripping journey that delves into the depths of darkness, yet ultimately shines a light of hope and resilience.

On Sunday, July 16th, at approximately 3:40 PM, Deputies with Eastland County Sheriff’s Office responded to a distressing incident involving an ATV accident on a private property, located north of Cisco off Hwy 183. Initial investigations reveal that a 14 year old juvenile male was operating a Ranger ATV when he unfortunately lost control of the vehicle. As a result, the ATV overturned, tragically pinning the young individual underneath it, resulting in a fatal outcome.

County Elections Administrator takes Oath of Office

Mattie Lou (Simmons) Copeland, age 92, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at Eastland Memorial Hospital.

Congratulations to Jaci Darr and Londyn Carroll on receiving TEXAS FFA STATE FIRST PLACE

The Commissioners of the City of Eastland met in Regular Session on Monday, July 17 at 6 p.m.

This summer was one of our best summers at Eastland Centennial Memorial Library. Our volunteers were amazing and helped all of our programming to run smoothly. We had help from several of the high school students who are in the BETA club. We had other volunteers who jumped in for last minute emergencies.

(formerly Old Rip 5K) benefiting the Eastland Meals on Wheels at the Siebert Elementary School

The Texas Transportation Commission has approved $96 million in state and federal funds for rural and small urban transit agencies across the state to help Texans travel to jobs, healthcare and education. The funding goes to agencies like Southwest Area Regional Transit District that provided a path for Gilleland to reach her dream of getting two college degrees through a comprehensive outreach, travel training, and partnership with healthcare case-management programs.

Code Compliance Depart. - June 2023 Report

July 17, 2023

Statement on Court of Impeachment Orders

The Court determined that circumstances present in all or part of the unincorporated area of the county create a public safety hazard that would be exacerbated by outdoor burning.

Austin, Texas – Commissioner Sid Miller announced on Monday that Gorman, Texas is one of 11 rural counties and communities in Texas to be selected as a recipient of Fire, Ambulance, and Service Truck Fund (FAST) grants. The FAST initiative aims to support rural economies by providing funds for the acquisition of new safety vehicles and equipment. The FAST program, operating as a pilot program, is a testament to the TDA’s commitment to strategic investment in rural areas.

Above are Wildcat cheerleaders, who attended UCA Camp in San Angelo. They did great and won spirit sticks.