July 2020

Kids are Online More These Days, Here is How to Keep Them Safe

(StatePoint) Children are spending more time online due to social distancing measures caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. And while the internet can be an amazing gateway to knowledge and a tool to connect with family and friends, if parents and caregivers don’t follow certain precautions, it can also pose safety hazards.

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Second COVID-19 death reported in Andrews

A second Andrews resident with COVID-19 has died—this one at a hospital in a larger nearby city, according to Andrews County Health Department Director Gordon Mattimoe.

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A racing win for Dillard is also a victory for Andrews

crown jewel victory for Cade A Dillard of Louisiana is basically a victory for Andrews.

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Commissioners adopt new pay scale, longevity pay plan for county employees

After years of considering a change to the county’s pay scale, the commissioners court on Tuesday actually approved a new plan recommended by a committee consisting of department heads and county employees.

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Kathryn Pepin

Kathryn Pepin, born July 19th, 1943 passed away in Midland Memorial Hospital on July 5th, 2020 at 76 years old. She moved to Andrews, TX in the summer of 1984 with her family. She is survived by her sister Mary Ann Ramano of East Hartford, CT; Son, Matt DeCandia of Midland, TX; Son/Daughter-in-Law Shawn & Lacey DeCandia of Magnolia, TX; Son Jason DeCandia of Andrews, TX and 4 Grandchildren- Lauren, Skylar, Cayman and Tye. Kathy loved spending time with her grandchildren telling stories, playing cards with her friends and making the best spaghetti and meatballs frequently requested by her family. She will be missed.