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Mac Thornberry announces he will not seek re-election in 2020

Former GOP opponent Elaine Hays announces formation of exploratory committee for District 13

Suspect wanted in Arizona arrested in Hutchinson County

A man wanted in Arizona was recently picked up by local authorities.

Stiles found guilty of indecency with 8-year-old, gets 36-year sentence

Myron Stiles, the former Gateway Elementary School second-grade teacher accused of touching an 8-year-old former female student in a sexual manner, was sentenced on Thursday to two 18-year consecutive sentences in a state prison.
The victim is now 14.

Witnesses for defense testify in Stiles trial

STINNETT — On Wednesday afternoon, four witnesses, including the defendant’s wife Ashley Stiles, were called to the stand by defense attorney William “Bill” Taylor in the trial of Myron Stiles, a former second-grade teacher at Gateway Elementary School who is accused of having an in appropriate r

Alleged victim, juvenile witnesses take the stand in Myron Stiles trial

STINNETT — Defendant Myron Stiles facial expression was solemn as he walked through the doors of the 316th District Courtroom on Tuesday morning.

Katie Lingor of BEDC: A lot of opportunity in Borger

By SARAH HARRIS
Staff Writer

Plemons-Stinnett-Phillips Board of Trustees discuss historic Stinnett business

By JESSICA OZBUN
Staff Reporter

Trial for former BISD teacher accused of improperly touching student begins

STINNETT — Jury selection was completed and an opening statement made on Monday by the district attorney in a trial against Myron Stiles, a former second teacher at Gateway Elementary School accused of an improper relationship with a former student.

City Council approves FY2019-20 tax rate

During its regular meeting Sept. 17, the Borger City Council unanimously approved a combined tax rate of $0.863490 per $100 of property for FY 2019-20.

Local United Way sets $775,000 fundraising goal

The barbecue Kick Off Cook Off on Sept. 14 was not just for fun and to satisfy hungry bellies. For the past five years, the popular event has marked the start, or kick off, to the Hutchinson County United Way campaign which runs through the end of November.