Oil Leak Reported in Falls County
Thu, 05/14/2026 - 6:29am
An oil leak was reported in Falls County this week, with over 5,000 barrels of crude oil spilling or leaking near Rosebud.
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Chilton ISD Superintendent Named a Finalist in ‘Of the Year’ Award
Thu, 05/14/2026 - 6:29am
Dr. Brandon K. Hubbard has been chosen as a finalist for Superintendent of the Year by the Texas Rural Education Association. The superintendent of Chilton Independent School District, Hubbard is one of several finalists recognized for their lasting impact on rural education in Texas. This year, the Texas Rural Education Association received the highest number of nominations for its “Of the Year” awards in program history.
Texas Local Media Stays Under Longtime Leadership
Wed, 05/06/2026 - 3:58pm
Texas Local Media’s network of 32 community newspapers remains under longtime Texas-based leadership following a recent ownership transition, with senior leaders emphasizing continuity in local operations across the state.
Railroad Crossings Temporarily Blocked in Marlin
Wed, 05/06/2026 - 3:58pm
All railroad crossings in Marlin city limits were temporarily blocked by a train on Saturday, May 2, due to a problem with one of the locomotives. At 12:57 p.m., the City of Marlin announced via Facebook that Union Pacific was aware of the problem and working to resolve it.