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Moss above an open air ice hole in Potter County, PA We were told the moss is unique to this environment. So cool!
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Moss above 40 ft. ice cave Coudersport Ice Cave. The ice only forms in spring and summer.
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April 5, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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Potter County commissioners unanimously approved a pivotal grant application to enhance the Rowlett Township wastewater system, paving the way for significant community improvements.

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Commissioners approve CDBG application and related Fair Housing and Section 504 resolutions for Rowlett Township wastewater project
Potter County commissioners approved three CDBG-related resolutions — authorizing the FY2026 application for the Rowlett Township wastewater system, adopting a Fair Housing resolution, and appointing a Section 504 compliance officer — after staff said a 10:30 a.m. final public hearing recorded no public comments.
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September 21, 2026 at 4:56 AM
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Potter County is gearing up to compete for a coveted spot in the National Rural Health Leadership Academy, with only 12 teams set to be accepted nationwide!

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Commissioner Heimel: county applying to National Rural Health Leadership Academy
Commissioner Heimel announced the county will apply to the National Rural Health Leadership Academy (sponsored by NACo and the De Beaumont Foundation), noting only 12 teams will be accepted nationwide and that the application would involve county human services and partners such as UPMC and the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
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September 21, 2026 at 5:55 AM
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TEXAS: “The Texas A&M Forest Service increased the estimated size of the Lavender fire burning in Oldham and Potter counties to about 18,400 acres.” www.amarillo.com/story/news/2... - Amarillo Globe-News

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Wildfire relief expands across Panhandle as winds persist
Relief funds, shelters and damage surveys launched as multiple High Plains wildfires burn and strong winds continue into Friday.
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February 19, 2026 at 11:03 PM
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Commissioner Ross Smith warns that the sale of 4,279 acres to the Pennsylvania Game Commission could limit local recreational opportunities and raise concerns over subsurface rights for gas and oil.

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Commissioner Ross Smith raises concerns after JKLM sale of 4,279 acres to Pennsylvania Game Commission
Commissioner Ross Smith said JKLM is selling 4,279 acres to the Pennsylvania Game Commission; he flagged that the Game Commission bans UTV/ATV use, subsurface rights may not transfer, and urged support for Representative Causer's House Bill 2141 to share timber and shale-gas revenues with local governments.
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September 21, 2026 at 5:30 AM
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Potter County is set to receive over $130,000 from a new $341,804 grant aimed at enhancing regional public defense services!

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Court accepts $341,804 TIDC grant for regional public defender program; Potter County’s share estimated over $130,000
Panhandle Area Regional Public Defender representative Jason reported a $341,804 Texas Indigent Defense Commission grant to offset county contributions to regional public defense; Potter County’s portion estimated at just over $130,000. The court approved acceptance and authorized signature (4–0).
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September 15, 2026 at 4:56 PM
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Amarillo is eyeing a major expansion of the East Gateway TIRZ that could add 2,100 acres, boosting local development without costing the county a dime!

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City planner tells Potter County judges expansion of East Gateway TIRZ could add 2,100 acres
Amarillo planning staff told Potter County commissioners the East Gateway tax increment reinvestment zone could expand by nearly 2,100 acres across 211 parcels; the city says the change would not extend the zone term and would not impose new immediate costs on the county.
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August 26, 2026 at 6:34 AM
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Potter County has officially adopted a staggering $94 million budget and is proposing a tax rate of 0.62268, amidst passionate debates over staff pay and recruitment challenges.

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Potter County adopts $94 million budget, proposes 0.62268 tax rate amid staff pay debates
Potter County Commissioners adopted a $94,000,009 budget and proposed a 0.62268 property tax rate after a public hearing in which officials and dozens of commenters pushed for raises and additional spending. The court set a Sept. 14 public hearing on the tax rate and added a $1 million cleanup line item.
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August 26, 2026 at 6:28 AM
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Potter County commissioners faced intense debate over a proposed 5% raise for court coordinators, ultimately deciding on a mere 2% COLA amidst concerns of fairness and new unfunded mandates.

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Commissioners drop extra coordinator raises; stick with 2% COLA after equity pushback
Potter County commissioners debated a requested 5% pay increase for court coordinators on top of a proposed 2% county COLA, with some elected officials citing new reporting mandates; after extended discussion commissioners directed only the 2% COLA be included in the preliminary budget.
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August 16, 2026 at 1:54 AM
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Prosecutors in Potter County are demanding budget parity after a public defender's pay increase sparked concerns over equity in attorney recruitment and retention.

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Prosecutors urge parity after public‑defender budget increased pay ranges; commissioners weigh timing
Potter County prosecutors said grant‑funded pay changes presented earlier by the public defender created an equity issue when other county offices present budgets later; commissioners discussed whether to seek parity this cycle and called for more coordinated timing of budgets.
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August 16, 2026 at 1:52 AM
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Potter County officials are grappling with a rising jail population and skyrocketing costs, prompting urgent discussions about new housing contracts and potential long-term solutions.

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Sheriff warns of rising jail costs; commissioners discuss out‑of‑county housing contracts
Potter County jail leaders reported 591 people in custody and rising medical and outside‑housing bills; commissioners reviewed a revised out‑of‑county housing offer that would charge only for beds used and discussed transport logistics and longer‑term jail capacity options.
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August 16, 2026 at 1:47 AM
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Potter County's commissioners are wrestling with a preliminary budget that includes $3.9 million in new requests and sets the stage for critical decisions on public services and tax rates.

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Commissioners review preliminary $3.9M in new budget asks, set Aug. 24 public hearing
Potter County commissioners held a special budget workshop on Aug. 12 reviewing roughly $3.9 million in new maintenance & operations requests, debated pay adjustments and departmental priorities and agreed to hold a public hearing Aug. 24 to continue the process.
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August 16, 2026 at 1:45 AM
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Potter County is facing a capacity crisis as commissioners approve short-term inmate housing contracts while weighing a potentially massive deal that could reshape their budget.

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Potter County approves two short-term inmate housing contracts amid capacity crisis, defers larger Haskell decision
After the sheriff warned of capacity limits and rising costs, the commissioners approved Hemphill and Wichita contracts for out-of-county inmate housing and asked for further budget analysis before committing to a six-month Haskell contract estimated near $900,000–$1,000,000 for six months.
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August 10, 2026 at 11:57 PM
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Commissioner Rosman raises alarms about the staggering water and energy demands of a massive Amazon Web Services campus, highlighting urgent infrastructure concerns in Potter County.

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Commissioner raises infrastructure, water and power concerns after visiting large data center campus
Commissioner Rosman described a tour of a roughly 1,000‑acre Amazon Web Services campus and raised concerns about the scale of water and energy use, local infrastructure limitations, and the need for a planning ordinance; county staff said a draft ordinance and EADS update are expected at an upcoming planning meeting.
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August 9, 2026 at 1:32 PM
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Potter County is set to apply for a groundbreaking $1 million grant that could revolutionize family-protection services across 21 rural counties!

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Potter County to apply for $1 million family‑protection pilot grant
The court authorized the MAC director to apply for a $1 million Texas Indigent Defense Commission pilot grant to expand family‑protection services across 21 rural counties; the grant is 100% reimbursable and requires MOUs if awarded.
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July 31, 2026 at 10:54 PM
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Potter County's detention center is bursting at the seams with 603 inmates, prompting urgent talks of costly out-of-county housing to combat overcrowding.

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Sheriff: 603 inmates as county weighs costly out‑of‑county housing
Potter County Sheriff reported 603 people in the detention center and urged commissioners to consider a short‑term contract with a private facility (example price $98.50 per inmate) to relieve overcrowding; commissioners asked for a posted contract and scheduled follow‑up consideration.
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July 31, 2026 at 10:50 PM
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Potter County has set a critical Sept. 1 deadline for residents to clear fire-damaged debris from their properties, sparking urgent calls for better communication and support from officials.

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Potter County sets Sept. 1 deadline, authorizes RFP for Burnscar debris cleanup
After weeks of public pleas from fire‑affected residents, Potter County Commissioners approved a Sept. 1 deadline for fire debris in county right‑of‑way and authorized the emergency management office to issue an RFP for debris‑management services to clear right‑of‑way piles and triage mixed materials.
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July 31, 2026 at 10:49 PM
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Residents of Potter County are rallying to protect their water resources and dark skies from potentially harmful data center developments.

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Residents press Potter County commissioners over possible data centers; planning commission outlines tougher land‑use rules
A packed public‑comment period saw residents warn that proposed data centers could drain water supplies and harm the county's dark‑sky resources. Planning staff said the county is drafting SALDO amendments to require water‑use/discharge plans, stronger setbacks and more transparency, with adoption targeted for Jan. 1, 2027.
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July 12, 2026 at 10:12 AM
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Amarillo’s arts district meets Paint Rock’s pictographs: Texan creativity is timeless.

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Caprock Crossroads & Concho Valley Quiet Potter County and Concho County capture two very different but deeply connected forms of Texas resilience. Potter County, home to the northern half of Amarillo, is a regional crossroads where art, agriculture, energy, and Route 66 culture intersect on the High Plains. Concho County, in the heart of the Concho Valley, moves at a quieter pace shaped by pecan orchards, ranching families, and small-town traditions in Paint Rock and Eden. One county grows through urban revitalization and cultural energy; the other through steady land stewardship and community loyalty. Together, they remind Texans that strength comes from both our population centers and our rural roots; and that each deserves thoughtful leadership.
December 3, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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May 7, 2026 at 4:37 PM
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The Potter County Commissioner's Court officially confirmed a 9.74% voter turnout and a unanimous 4-0 vote to approve the election results, marking a significant moment for local democracy.

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Potter County court affirms Nov. 4 results, declares canvass approved 4–0
The Potter County Commissioner's Court met Nov. 14 to canvass Nov. 4 election returns; county elections staff reported 9.74% turnout, confirmed that all 17 constitutional amendment propositions passed in the county, and the court voted 4–0 to declare the canvass.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:43 AM
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Potter County judges are pushing for a much-needed 3% salary increase for court coordinators, citing two decades without a raise and rising responsibilities amid budget cuts.

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District Judges Request 3% Raise for Court Coordinators Amid Budget Constraints
Judges advocate for salary increases for court staff citing increased responsibilities and inflation.
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September 11, 2025 at 2:25 AM
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Potter County officials are grappling with funding challenges and operational changes in law enforcement as they gear up for upcoming elections.

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Randall County Approves $100K Grant for Police Department Matching Expenses
Randall County allocates $100,000 in grant funding for police department event expenses.
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September 11, 2025 at 2:24 AM