West Texas Dispatch

The Texas redistricting fight continues. We’ll bring you the latest.One race that won’t be affected by the proposed new congressional map is Texas-19. Today we hear from Kyle Rable, the Democrat who’s challenging five-term incumbent Jodey Arrington.Tariffs are back. We check in on how the latest round could impact West Texas industries and families.It’s a return to the olden days for Texas Schoolkids. They can no longer bring their cellular telephones, or other communication devices, into their classrooms. Opinions are mixed on the ban.We’ll hear about how federal funding cuts will affect work that Texas Tech researchers are doing to help property owners work with the Texas environment.

DEMOCRATS FLEE, THC BANS, AND FOOD BANKS ON THIS WEEK'S WEST TEXAS DISPATCH

Texas is still recovering from the devastating floods that hit not only the Hill Country, but also parts of West of Central Texas are also recovering. We’ll get details about the flooding and the cleanup in San Saba.And, get this: Just last month the average rate for a hotel room in Abilene Texas went up 36%. We’ll tell you why there is a sudden uptick in demand…and what it means for the economy.We’ll check in on All Kind Animal Shelter–the no-kill facility is constantly full.Also, did you know Monks Coffee shop is under new management? We talk to our friend Allison Carroll and the new owner Wyatt Crum about the past, present and future of one of the cornerstones of Downtown Abilene.And, each Tour de Gap brings together cyclists for a cause–this year, proceeds will help fill the gap for people needing medical care.