Big Spring Herald Weekend
A Call to Action as Big Spring Rallies to Honor 8-Month-old Freya after Tragic New Year’s Eve Crash
Big Spring, Texas — January 2, 2026 The new year brought profound grief to a Big Spring family when 8-month-old Freya, a bright and happy baby full of joy, tragically passed away following a severe car accident on New Year’s Eve night on Gregg Street...
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Another Out-of-this-world Success: Lilo & Stitch Return for Holiday Breakfast Magic in Big Spring
Big Spring, Texas – December 2025 For the second consecutive year, Alberto's Crystal Cafe transformed into a galactic holiday wonderland, hosting the wildly popular “Breakfast with Lilo & Stitch” event. The beloved Disney duo delighted families with...
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Roaring into the New Year: The 213 Hosts a Great Gatsby Bash
Big Spring, Texas, is set to welcome 2026 with a touch of timeless elegance as The 213, a stylish bar and event venue on South Main Street, presents “A Great Gatsby New Years Bash.” This Roaring Twenties-themed celebration promises a night of glitz,...
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Howard County Rage Earn MVP Rings in Waco
Four young athletes from Howard County Rage turned heads and claimed hardware at the Texas State MVP Tournament in Waco this weekend, showcasing speed, power, and grit against top talent from across the state. The quartet competed among 48 athletes in...
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Howard County Phenoms Set to Shine in Waco MVP Games
Howard County is buzzing with anticipation as four local elementary school standouts prepare to showcase their skills at the Texas State MVP Games in Waco this weekend. Handpicked from a vast pool of nominees across the state, these young athletes...
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Howard County Says “Thank You” After Serving Well Over a Thousand Thanksgiving Meals on Wednesday
Big Spring, Texas – The day before Thanksgiving, Howard County wrapped up one of its largest holiday giveback efforts to date, with two massive community meal events serving thousands of plates, bowls, and hams—all completely free. Bulldog Steel &...
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Big Spring Community Invited to “Be the Reason Someone Lives” at Annual Vitalant Blood Drive
Big Spring, TX – With the holiday season approaching and blood donations typically declining, the North Side Movement is hosting its annual Vitalant Blood Drive on November 25 and 26, calling on residents to help save lives. The event, themed “Be the...
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Forsan High Wraps Veteran in Valor: Students Honor Texas Guard Hero with Quilt
There is something about the warmth, comfort and love that is wrapped around in a quilt that extends beyond what words can express. Students at Forsan High School had an opportunity to witness a special Quilt of Valor presentation take place, following...
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Breaking Down the November 4, 2025 Ballot Propositions for Howard County Voters
Big Spring, Texas – As Howard County residents, including those in Big Spring, prepare for the November 4, 2025 election, voters will encounter a range of propositions across four separate ballots: state constitutional amendments, a county measure, a...
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CHS Band Earns Superior Rating, Advances to Area Contest
ODESSA, Texas — The Coahoma High School band is advancing to the UIL Area marching contest after receiving superior ratings for its 2025 show, “Sparkle”. The band earned three straight Division I (superior) ratings from the judges in the 3A Division...
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Howard County Democrats Host No Kings Rally
On Saturday, October 18, 2025, the Howard County Democrats and guests will join over 2500 communities across the United States in public rallies to express dissatisfaction with governmental overreach by the Trump administration. The No Kings protest...
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A Night of Original Western Swing: Jody Nix, Rocky King, and Holiday Cheer in Big Spring
Big Spring, Texas – October 10, 2025 – Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM, as the United Way of Big Spring & Howard County hosts Swingin’ into the Holidays, a boot-scootin’ celebration of authentic Western...
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Big Spring High School Celebrates with Homecoming Bonfire and Senior Whitewash
Homecoming week at Big Spring High School buzzed with excitement as students, families, and the Howard County community came together to celebrate the Big Spring Steers. The week’s energy peaked on Thursday night with two beloved traditions: the...
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U.S. Army Veteran honored with a Quilt of Valor, presented by D.A.V. Commander
During a weekend created to honor veteran’s service, a special moment was created to honor a veteran who has been part of honoring over 12 veterans during the annual Dove Hunt. U.S. Army Veteran John Allen was honored with a Quilt of Valor, presented...
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Chamber Relaunches Luncheons With Legislative Update Featuring State Representative Darby
The Big Spring Area Chamber of Commerce has kicked off the next round of community luncheons. “It was nice to see everyone come together again for this luncheon. This is the first Chamber luncheon our community has had since Covid,” Manny Negron, Vice...
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Big Spring Buzzes with Excitement for Howard County Fair
Big Spring is counting down the days to the Howard County Fair, a cherished family-friendly event set for Sept. 12-14, 2025, that promises fun, food, and community spirit for folks of all ages. This annual celebration has become a true staple of Big...
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Big Spring EDC Board Approves Contract with Howard College for Lineman Training Program
The Big Spring Economic Development Board of Directors approved a performance agreement between Big Spring Economic Development Corporation and Howard College, with final approval by Big Spring City Council on August 26th. This agreement assists Howard...
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Upcoming Events
•Saturday Breakfast at the W5AW Clubhouse hosted by the Big Spring Amateur Radio Club Saturday August 23, between 7:45am to 12 pm. Breakfast will hold a meet and greet, show and tell, an introduction to amateur radio for prospective hams. Light snacks...
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Leatherbound Lattes Rebrands as ‘Leatherbound & Things,’ Celebrates Soft Opening in Big Spring
By JR Mcnutt, Staff Writer, Big Spring Herald BIG SPRING, Texas — Leatherbound Lattes, a local hub for handcrafted goods and unique beverages, marked its soft opening with a bold rebrand, unveiling its new identity as Leatherbound & Things. Owner...
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Grand Jury indictes 31 individuals
The Howard County Grand Jury convened for July 2025 term on July 31 and indicted 31 individuals. Indictments included theft of property, burglary of habitation, aggravated assault with deadly weapon, credit/debit card abuse, assault family violence,...
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Upcoming Events
* Glasscock County 4-H Teen Leadership Tour is hosting a garage sale Thursday, Aug. 7 through Saturday, Aug. 9. Shopping times will be Thursday, 4 pm.. until 7 p.m. with a $10 entry fee; Aug. 8 from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 9 from 8 a.m....
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Howard County Commissioners’ Court tackles budget, infrastructure, and technology during a special meeting
On Monday, July 21, the Howard County Commissioners’ Court convened a special meeting at 10 a.m. in the County Courthouse, presided over by County Judge Randy Johnson. All commissioners were present: Eddilisa Ray (Pct. 1), Cash Berry (Pct. 2), Jimmie...
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Applications for Leadership Big Spring #43 now available
The Leadership Big Spring class registration is now open. Applications can be found online, by email or by stopping at the Chamber of Commerce office, located at 215 W. Third Street. For more information, you can also call the office at...
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Commissioners’ Court to consider interlocal agreements, budget discussion, and appointments
Funding, budgets, interlocal agreements, and routine reports will be included in the upcoming Commissioner's Court meeting. The Howard County Commissioners' Court will convene for the regular meeting on July 14 in the third floor county courtroom, at...
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Community members gather for reading of the Declaration of Independence
The Declaration of Independence was read inside the Howard County Courthouse on July 3 by local atorney Robert Miller. Residents gathered to hear the reading in preparation for the Fourth of July holiday. See the story on Page 2
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2025 Coahoma Freedom Parade honorees named
Giving honor to those who have sacrificed for their country and investments into the community is one of the focuses of the Coahoma Freedom Parade. The citizen of the year - Jerriann Mitchell Malone - and Veteran Robert (Rob) Stephenson will be...
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Legends & Legacies: Honoring history makers
Top left, Stacy Barr holds up one of the auction art pieces as the auction kicked off. Top right, attendees of Legends & Legacies look on as honorees and their families are recognized during the dinner. At left, Cash Berry prepares to start the auction...
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Two Big Spring children listed as missing since May 30
Two children from the Big Spring area have been listed by National Center For Missing & Exploited Children. The report states that Doyle Edley Carson, five years old, and Sophie Lee Carson, seven years old, have been missing since May 30. The children...
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Honoring Local History: Legends & Legacies Dinner to Honor Hall of Fame Inductees
Tickets are on sale now for this year’s Legends and Legacies dinner set for Tuesday, June 17th, 6:30 PM at The Club at Silver Hills, located at 2402 Driver Rd. in Big Spring. This year’s inductees into the Heritage Museum Hall of Fame are: Pioneer...
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Take Note
•The Fandangle group is pleased to announce the dance is starting again. First Friday monthly. Ryan Hall 605 N. Main St. 7 pm until 10 pm. Country/ Western Music $5 dollar entry fee for more information call 432-517-9097 • Celebrate Recovery meets...
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Were They Say. We Have Died. Remember Us.
With the end of World War II in Europe, letters from American families seeking information about their loved ones began arriving at town halls across the southern Netherlands. Postmarked from big cities and small towns, from those of privilege and...
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35th Annual Run for the Wall Riders to Roll Through Big Spring
The 35th annual Run For The Wall motorcycle ride continues its powerful journey across the country this weekend, honoring veterans and raising awareness for POW/MIA soldiers. Today, the Southern Route riders are set to pass through Big Spring between...
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Mistie’s Salsita Dance Studio Celebrates 7th Annual Selena Tribute
The rhythmic pulse of Tejano music filled the air as Mistie's Salsita Dance Studio lit up the stage for their 7th annual Selena Tribute, celebrating the life and legacy of the Queen of Tejano, Selena Quintanilla. Dancers of all ages dressed in...
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Mcmahon-wrinkle Airport recognized for Airport of the Year
Mcmahon-wrinkle Airport was recognized by the Texas Department of Transportation The Mcmahon-wrinkle Airport was recognized by the Texas Department of Transportation as the 2025 Local/ Basic Airport of the Year Award for the State of Texas. “I’m so...
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Big Spring Art Association to host annual area wide art show throughout the month of May
The Big Spring Art Association will be hosting the annual area wide art show during the month of May. Entries will be accepted Tuesday April 29 and Wednesday, April 30 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. ““Art shows are an easy and meaningful way to get people...
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Coahoma Bulldogettes break Texas State Softball Record with 83 Consecutive wins
The Coahoma Bulldogettes made history Friday night, becoming the official Texas state record holders for most consecutive softballs wins with 83 straight victories. In a commanding 6 - 1 win over Abilene. The Bulldogettes not only claimed the state...
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Record breaker. Coahoma freshman Kohen Grantom breaks school record in all of his three events
Pictured in the center is Coahoma High School freshman Kohen Grantom celebrating after he broke three school records at the UIL Area meet held in Denver City, Texas on April 10, 2025. Also pictured are Coahoma High School Principal Kristen Joslen at...
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DPS steps up enforcement for annual distracted driving campaign
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will increase patrols beginning this weekend to ensure drivers stay focused and avoid distractions while driving. April 7 through April 14, the Texas Highway Patrol (THP) will conduct its annual...
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‘Alien’ keeps outer space a chilling place
“In space, no one can hear you scream.” That was the memorable tagline for “Alien,” the 1979 Ridley Scott-directed thriller that launched a franchise largely built around Sigourney Weaver’s astronaut character Ripley, the role that made her a star....
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The Life Center raising awareness and funds
A recent fundraising event helped garner support for The Life Center while raising awareness for their mission. During the annual banquet at Trinity Baptist Church, Steventhen Holland was the guest speaker. “In the beginning, when I first started The...
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Scholarship opportunities for area high school seniors
High school seniors in Howard County, and surrounding areas have the chance to apply for two significant scholarships opportunities to help support their higher education goals. The Dora Roberts Rehabilitation Center Scholarship and the Dylan Marquez...
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Mini minds, mega discoveries at Moss Elementary STEM Lab Grand Opening
BIG SPRING – Big Spring ISD is taking a step forward in early childhood education with the introduction of a new Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation STEM Lab at Moss Elementary. The district celebrated the milestone with a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday March...
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Big Spring Symphony Guild holding annual luncheon fundraiser March 22
The Big Spring Symphony Guild is holding their annual fundraiser luncheon entitled, Spring Has Sprung, on March 22nd at 11:30 AM at First Methodist Church Garrett Hall. This event is sponsored by Delek and proceeds will go to the Big Spring Symphony...
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Howard County collision results in the death of Big Spring man
HOWARD COUNTY – A 52-year old Big Spring man is dead following a fatal twovehicle collision Thursday afternoon according to a DPS report. DPS spokesperson, Sergeant Steven Blanco stated that the deceased individual was identified as Charles Howard...
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Midland DTO leader sentenced to life in federal prison
MIDLAND – A Mexican national unlawfully residing in Texas was sentenced Thursday to life in federal prison for his criminal actions as the leader of a drug trafficking organization tied to a Mexican cartel. According to court documents, Jose Ramon...
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County Commissioners to convene Monday for regular meeting
BIG SPRING – Howard County Commissioners will convene Monday, Feb. 10 for it’s regular meeting at 10 a.m. The meeting will be held in the county courtroom located on the third floor of the courthouse located at 311 S Main St. A budget workshop is also...
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Morgan, Abussab named Man and Woman of the Year at Chamber Banquet
A love for community filled the Dorothy Garrett Coliseum at the Big Spring Area Chamber of Commerce annual banquet, as members prepared to walk out the new theme: Thrive in ‘25. The 2024 Man and Woman of the Year were announced during the annual Big...
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Public hearing regarding creation of emergency services district to highlight commissioners court meeting Monday
BIG SPRING – A public hearing regarding a petition to create an emergency services district for Howard County is set to highlight Monday’s commissioner’s court meeting. The meeting will begin at 10 a.m. and will take place in the county courtroom...
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City, county offices will be closed Monday in observance of Martin Luther King holiday
BIG SPRING – City and county offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 20 in observance of the Martin Luther King holiday. All offices at the County Courthouse will be closed on Monday and will reopen back on Tuesday, Jan. 21 for normal business hours...
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Texas Department of Public Safety recognizes January as “Human Trafficking Prevention Month”
AUSTIN –Throughout January, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding Texans to be vigilant and educate themselves about the dangers of human trafficking as part of Human Trafficking Prevention Month. “Human trafficking is a heinous...
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Republican Mike Johnson reelected House speaker vote after dramatic floor vote
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Mike Johnson won reelection to the House speakership on a first ballot Friday, pushing past GOP hard-right holdouts and buoyed with a nod of support from President-elect Donald Trump. A collection of hardline Republicans...
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Lupe “Charlie” Martinez
Lupe “Charlie” Martinez, 60, of Coahoma, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2024, at his residence surrounded by his loved ones. He will lie in state from 1:00 pm until 9:00 pm, Sunday, December 29, 2024, at Nalley-pickle & Welch Funeral Home, and the...
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PBUWCD Announces 2025 Calendar Art Contest Winners
SPECIAL TO THE HERALD The Permian Basin Underground Water Conservation District is excited to announce the top 12 winning candidates for this year's calendar contest! The four schools in the water district are Forsan, Grady, Sands and Stanton. The...
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Meaning of Christmas
As we approach winter we see darker skies coming earlier and earlier. We experience the feeling of being cold. The clouds cover the light of the sky and we miss the warmth and the light that the sun provides us. As we reach the month of December and...
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Free books for West Texas kids!
Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin Partners with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Exciting new s for West Texas families as the Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin is teaming up with Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to bring free books to...
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Supporting the community one bowl at a time!
Bowls of soup, supporting the community! The annual United Way of Big Spring and Howard County Empty Bowls event took place on Thursday, November 21, at the Howard County Fair Barn, and it was nothing short of heartwarming. From 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m,...
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Swinging into the holidays
The United Way of Big Spring and Howard County is Swinging into the Holidays as they welcome Jake Hooker and Jody Nix, for a special holiday concert. The concert will take place Nov. 23 at the Howard County Fair Barns, with doors opening at 7 p.m. and...
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Crossroads Football Week 11
Forsan’s Brayden Cervantes goes up for a catch during the Buffaloes District 3-2A D-I game against Reagan County Friday night at Buffalo Stadium. The Buffaloes suffered a tough loss to the Owls with a final score of 40-6. The loss knocks Forsan out of...
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Crossroads Football Week 10
Forsan running back Huston Stockton runs the ball during an earlier game this season. The Buffaloes battled tonight against Ozona but fell short of the win with the Lions winning 50-28. In other area Crossroads High School footbal games, the Coahoma...
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