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Panhandle High Graduate Skylar Maurer commissioned as Army Officer, assigned to 4th Infantry Division
Panhandle High School alumna Skylar Maurer, Class of 2021, has officially begun her service as a commissioned officer in the United States Army following her graduation from the United States Military Academy at West Point in May 2025. Maurer earned a degree in Engineering Psychology, a discipline that blends engineering, human behavior, and systems design…
Read MoreAshley honored for most wins as Panther Coach
Following the Panthers 77-7 win over the Sunray Bobcats, Panhandle Head Coach Dane Ashley was honored for earning the most wins inPanhandle school football history. Leading Panther Nation for 11 seasons, Ashley racked up a total of 92 wins opposed to only 38 losses. Friday night’s honor came a big surprise to Ashley. His wife…
Read MorePanhandle City Council Minutes – Aug. 28, 2025
The Panhandle City Council met in regular session on Aug. 28, at City Hall, with the following items on the agenda for consideration and action and the following members present: Mayor Doyle Robinson and Council Members Dusty Sloan, Brad Fields, Dustin Copenhaver, Tim Roberts and Dustin Copenhaver. Also present were City Manager Terry Coffee and…
Read MoreCarson County Commissioners Court
Aug. 25 Meeting The Carson County Commissioners Court conducted regular session on Aug. 25, to transact the business that was brought forth. Present were Judge Dan Looten, and Commissioners Jigger Britten – Precinct 1, James Martin – Precinct 2, David Lanier – Precinct 3, and Kevin Howell – Precinct 4. Judge Looten called the meeting…
Read MorePanhandle EMS Paramedic Terry “Coach” Coffee Retires After Decades of Service
After decades of service and dedication to the people of Carson County and the greater Texas Panhandle, Terry “Coach” Coffee is officially retiring from Panhandle EMS. Coach Coffee’s legacy is woven through nearly every corner of the community. He became a certified paramedic in July of 2001 and has played a vital role in the…
Read MorePISD Board Briefs – June 17, 2025
June 17 Meeting The Board of Trustees of the Panhandle Independent School District met in regular session on June 17, in the Boardroom of the Administration Building. Members present were Nick Kuehler, Kevin Brinkley, Jason Davis, Zach Robinson, Jim Younger and Nikki Biggs. School personnel present were Dr. John Sherrill, Allison Mitchell, Chris MacKeown, Heather…
Read MoreCarson County Commissioners Court Minutes – July 28, 2025
On July 28, the Carson County Commissioners Court held a regular meeting to transact any and all business that was put before them. Present were Judge Dan Looten and Commissioners Jigger Britten – Precinct 1, James Martin – Precinct 2, David Lanier – Precinct 3 and Kevin Howell – Precinct 4. Judge Looten called the…
Read MoreMinutes of the Panhandle City Council – July 10, 2025
July 10, 2025 The Panhandle City Council held a regular session on Thursday, July 10, with the following items on the agenda for consideration and action and the following members present: Mayor Doyle Robinson and Council Members Dusty Sloan, Tim Roberts, Dustin Copenhaver, Mike Brandvik and Brad Fields. Others present were City Manager Terry Coffee,…
Read MorePISD Board Briefs – May 23, 2025
Regular Session May 23 The Board of Trustees of the Panhandle Independent School District met in regular session on May 23, 2025, at 6 p.m. in the Boardroom of the Administration Building. Members present were Jeromy Adair, Nick Kuehler, Kevin Brinkley, Jason Davis, Zach Robinson, Jim Younger and Nikki Biggs. School personnel present were Dr.…
Read MoreCarson County Commissioners Court Regular Session – June 23, 2025
The Carson County Commissioners Court met in regular session on June 23, to transact any and all business that was lawfully brought before the court. Present were Judge Dan Looten and Commissioners Jigger Britten – Precinct 1, James Martin – Precinct 2, David Lanier – Precinct 3 and Kevin Howell – Precinct 4. Judge Looten…
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