Longtime Diamondbacks Outfielder David Peralta Retires After 11 MLB Seasons
Peralta was a Gold Glove and Silver Slugger winner during his career.
UIL Realignment Shakes Up West Texas, Lands Plainview in Four-Team District
Government Attorney Removed from Minnesota Operation After Complaining "This Job Stinks"
Lifestyle
Wayland Baptist Names Head Coach for Revived Dance Program
Alumna Elexia Ruiz to lead competitive dance team's return in Fall 2026

Plainview ISD Promotes New Director of Assessment and Accountability
Amy Carrasco takes on expanded role overseeing district testing and compliance
Deadline to File for Plainview ISD School Board Ballot Approaching
Interested candidates have until February 13 to apply for open seats on the Plainview ISD school board.
Sports
West Texas A&M baseball suffers two losses against St. Edward's
WT goes 1-2 against St. Edward's in LSC baseball series opener

WT softball opens 2026 season with 6-straight victories in New Mexico
West Texas A&M softball coasts to 6-straight victories at the South Central Regional Crossover in New Mexico.
Carlos Alcaraz wins Australian Open, completes Grand Slam
Defeats Novak Djokovic in final to capture all four major titles
Politics
Trump Plans to Install Columbus Statue Near White House
The former president aims to erect a replica of the famous explorer near the nation's capital.

Taiwan President Says Relationship with US is "Rock Solid" After Trump-Xi Call
Tsai Ing-wen's comments come after a phone conversation between the US and Chinese leaders.
Military Operation Leaves at Least Seven Alleged Guerrillas Dead in Northeastern Colombia
Clashes between security forces and the National Liberation Army (ELN) rebel group result in casualties in a volatile region.