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Tarleton rodeo athlete dies during event at Sul Ross State University
Empire-Tribune Staff Tarleton State University is mourning the death of one of its student athletes. Alejandra Franco, a member of the Tarleton State University Rodeo Team, reportedly died Thursday, Sept. 24, during a rodeo event being held at Sul Ross State University in Alpine. “According to various media reports, Franco died after sustaining injuries while…
Entertainment
Annual Western Swing festival set for Sept. 5-6
Empire-Tribune staff The annual Cowboy Capital of the World Western Swing Festival is just around the corner. Set for Sept. 5-6 at Stephenville City Park, this festival promises a good time with live music, dancing and western charm. This year’s musical lineup includes: Saturday • 6 p.m.: Hot Club of Cowtown • 7:30 p.m.: Billy…
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Jackets pass key test, beating Wylie 42-23
By Mike Lee/Contributing writer The Stephenville Yellow Jackets, locked in a four-point game with Class 5A Abilene Wylie entering the fourth quarter, exploded for three fourth-quarter touchdowns and beat the Bulldogs 42-23 on Sept. 18 at Abilene. The win improved Class 4A Division I No. 1-ranked Stephenville to 4-0 this season. After this week’s game…
