One Act Play Advances - Congratulations to the Friona High School One Act Play Company of "Wild Strawberries" for advancing to Bi-District! The One Act Play Bi-District Competition will be held on Tuesday, March 19th in Slaton.
OAP Awards - Individual award winners at the District One Act Play contest held last week in Denver City were (l-r) Yvonne Legarreta, Best Performer; Amy Montana, Honorable Mention All Star Cast; and Angelica Reyes, Honor Crew.
Magnificent Seven - State Qualifiers (l-r) Aaron Rosales, Ishmael Flores, Mario Garcia, Ramon Ortiz, Michael Bautista, Jorge Garcia, Frank Perez, and their fellow Chieftain teammates powered their way to a second Regional Championship in two years at the meet last week in Brownfield. The State Championship will be held in Abilene on Friday, March 22nd.
In a move to promote sustainable living and responsible water management, the City of Friona is thrilled to announce the launch of its new Water Conservation Program. This initiative aims to raise awareness about the importance of water conservation and to provide residents with practical tools and resources to reduce water usage.
The Water Conservation Program Overview:
Conserving water is not just about saving money; it has far-reaching benefits that extend to the environment, the community, and future generations. The City of Friona is committed to offering effective tools, programs, and rebates to help customers conserve one of our most precious resources - water. As our population continues to grow, it is crucial that we take proactive steps to ensure the availability of clean water for generations to come.
The City of Friona currently has 1,172 customers who donate a voluntary dollar to park services. We estimate that the annual revenue from a $2 water conservation program will yield $2,200 monthly or $26,400 annually. This program marks the first step in our water conservation efforts.
The Water Conservation Program will include:
Educational Outreach: Informational materials will be distributed to residents and businesses, providing tips and guidelines for conserving water in daily activities.
Water-Saving Devices Rebate: The City will offer rebate program of water-saving devices such as low-flow showerheads, dishwashers, toilets, and landscaping survival tools and more for qualifying residents.
Water Use Monitoring: The city will continue to monitor water usage and implement measures to reduce wastage and promote conservation.
Community Engagement: We will host workshops and events to engage the community in discussions about water conservation and sustainability.
The City of Friona is committed to promoting a culture of conservation and environmental stewardship. We believe that by working together, we can make a significant impact on the preservation of our water resources.
Stay tuned for more information on the Water Conservation Program, including details on how to participate and take advantage of the program's offerings.
For inquiries or more information, please contact cityinfo@frionatx.us or call (806) 250-2761.
Thank you for your cooperation and support in this important initiative.
Sincerely, City of Friona
Ben McCain and Zac McCain recently completed their 600th episode of Daddy and The Big Boy. They started production four years ago in Los Angeles when they were ordered to stay home during the Covid pandemic. This episode features highlights of previous episodes. You can watch the video by clicking the image above.
Wildfire Update - Smokehouse Creek Fire is 89% contained. Grape Vine Creek Fire in Gray County is 100% contained. The Windy Deuce Fire in Moore County is 94% contained, The Magenta Fire in Oldham County is 100% contained. The four wildfires have burned over 1.2 million acres.
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Walkin' on the Sun - Texas created more solar capacity than any other state in 2023. The state generated more than 6,500 megawatts of solar power, compared with second-place California's 6,171 megawatts. A report published by the Solar Energy Industries Association and research firm Wood Mackenzie shows that Texas invested over $27 billion in solar energy for the last quarter of 2023. While many celebrate this as a win for renewable energy, others warn of the environmental risk solar farms can play on animal and plant ecosystems.
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Angus Business - Mark McCully, CEO of the American Angus Association, announced last week that Aubrey Schueler and Ivy Schueler, both of Friona, are new junior members of the Association. They are eligible to register cattle in the Association, participate in programs conducted by the National Junior Angus Association and take part in Association-sponsored shows and other national and regional events. The AAA is the largest beef breed association in the world, with nearly 22,000 active adult and junior members. Congratulations to Aubrey and Ivy!
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Pig Out - The Friona Vocational Agriculture Association is cooking maple glazed smoked hams for the Easter. Hams will be cooked on March 22 & 23 and will be available for same day pickup. Hams are $75 each and only 150 will be available. All profits from the fundraiser go to the Association's FFA & FCCLA Scholarship Fund. Please see ad at left. Order yours today.
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Texas Facts - The road with the fastest speed limit in the US is in Texas. On a section of Texas State Highway 130, the posted limit is 85 mph (137 km/hr). Source: funworldfacts.com
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