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DMC Weekly Edition
DMC Weekly Edition is the audio edition of the Double Mountain Chronicle, created for Paid subscribers who want to listen to the week’s articles, local updates, community stories, columns, and editorials wherever they are.
Formerly home to The ShortCut, our quick weekly news podcast, this feed is becoming a broader audio home for Premium Chronicle content. The ShortCut will still appear from time to time with fast, need-to-know local updates, but DMC Weekly Edition will now carry the weekly paper in audio form.
Listeners will also find special features, including local Veterans stories and upcoming content like Grounds for Discussion as time allows.
Local news. Real stories. Straight from the pages of the Double Mountain Chronicle.
DMC Weekly Edition
Sept. 27th, 2024 | Pay raises, bonds, and budgets, oh my.
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In this September 20th edition of the shortcut, the Stonewall County Commissioners are raising deputy salaries, even after losing financial support from the City of Aspermont, ensuring they meet state-mandated minimums. Next, we discuss Rotan ISD's proposed $6.5 million bond for school renovations and teacher housing, addressing rising costs and potential overcrowding. The Rotan City Council has also passed a $2.5 million budget amid some controversy, with concerns over time for review and financial pressures. Finally, Aspermont Schools are set to benefit from free HVAC tune-ups through AEP Texas, aimed at improving energy efficiency. Stay tuned for a sneak peek of this week’s editorial, where our editor dives into the implications of Rotan's budget process and the quest for transparency.