The ShortCut
The ShortCut is the weekly news podcast from the Double Mountain Chronicle that gets straight to the point. We pack the biggest stories and need-to-know updates into a quick listen, no long-winded reports, no detours, just the news that matters, FAST. Take The ShortCut and stay in the loop without missing a beat.
Episodes
13 episodes
Dec. 20th 2024 | Christmas Edition
Welcome to The ShortCuts’s Holiday Edition—our final episode of the year! We invite you to join us for a lighthearted detour from the everyday grind.This week, we bring you "The Interview of a Lifetime," a whimsical and mysterious holida...
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Episode 12
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5:30
Dec. 13th 2024 | Solar Farms & Safety Skills
On this week’s episode of The ShortCut, we dive into the latest updates from Stonewall Hospital, where the board has approved new employee policies aimed at addressing financial challenges, but not without raising staff concerns. Next, we’ll ex...
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Episode 11
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5:26
Dec. 6th 2024 | Renewable Energy Investments & Community Growth
In this week’s edition of The Shortcut, we dive into key stories shaping our local communities.First up, Aspermont, Roby, and Rotan are applying for seven hundred and fifty thousand dollars each through the twenty twenty-five Community Deve...
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Episode 10
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6:49
Nov. 22nd 2024 | The Sherriff Shuffle & New Faces In Local Leadership
In this week’s edition of the ShortCut; controversy continues to swirl in Fisher County after sheriff-elect Simon Wade was declared ineligible to take office due to a licensing issue. With the sheriff’s position now vacant, the Fisher County co...
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Episode 9
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4:52
Nov. 8th 2024 | Sherriff Showdown & Other Election Results
In this episode of the shortcut, we dive into the 2024 election, where Fisher County faces political shifts with the appointment of Morgan Brooks as County Attorney after a surprising vacancy, and the mixed results of school bond proposals in A...
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Episode 9
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5:40
Oct. 18, 2024 | Tax Troubles, Solar Hopes, and Rotan's Renewal
In this week's edition of The Shortcut, the Stonewall Memorial Hospital District is working to resolve their portion of the over $112,000 in IRS-related tax debt tied to the county's ambulance service, with efforts underway to ensure future com...
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Episode 8
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6:16
Oct. 11, 2024 | Stonewall Health Fair Fun & Local Election Buzz
In this edition of the ShortCut, we’ll dive into the highlights from the Stonewall Memorial Hospital Health Fair, where the community gathered for a fun and health-focused event. From free screenings and flu shots to a unique pumpkin decorating...
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Episode 7
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8:00
Oct. 4th, 2024 | Meals on Wheels, School Bonds & Rotan’s Animal Control Woes
In this October 4th edition of the ShortCut, we honor the late George Giles, a beloved member of the Aspermont community, whose dedication kept the Meals on Wheels program running. With his passing, the service urgently needs volunteers to cont...
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Episode 6
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8:48
Sept. 27th, 2024 | Pay raises, bonds, and budgets, oh my.
In this September 20th edition of the shortcut, the Stonewall County Commissioners are raising deputy salaries, even after losing financial support from the City of Aspermont, ensuring they meet state-mandated minimums. Next, we discuss Rotan I...
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Episode 5
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9:19
Balancing The Budget: Aspermont’s IRS Challenge, Rotan’s Water Woes, And School Safety Innovations
In this September 20th edition of the ShortCut; The City of Aspermont is reallocating funds to cover its portion of an estimated $110,000 owed to the IRS for past unpaid taxes related to EMS services, leading to the postponement of ...
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Episode 4
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6:54
Fisher County Jail Closure, Election Transparency, And State Leadership Shakeup.
In this friday, the 13th edition of the ShortCut, Stonewall County joins a new state pilot program aimed at enhancing election transparency through video monitoring of ballot counting. As part of HB 246, the program involves setting up cameras ...
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Episode 3
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7:22
High Stakes and Hard Choices: Local Politics, Industrial Proposals, and Legal Dramas
In this edition of the shortcut, we cover the Aspermont City Council's decision to revisit its interlocal agreement with Stonewall County regarding the allocation of $30,000 for deputy salaries amid concerns about state funding and budget defic...
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Episode 2
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