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Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Snyder gains real-time weather updates with new system
SNYDER, Texas () – At Grant Teaff Tiger Stadium, the Snyder High School Tigers and the entire community are no strangers to Friday night lights. But it's not just the challenge of facing an opponent on the field — they also have to deal with unpredictable weather. Snyder is known for its severe weather, which can be challenging to predict, especially in a rural town. Snyder ISD Head Coach Anthony Gonzales tells us that if there was even a chance of lightning, practices and games were automatically canceled. 'So the days of having to worry about just lightning, those days are over with. And so there's a lot of factors that go into the weather, and that affects a lot of kids and a lot of sports that practice outside,' Gonzalez said But now, with the new Perry Weather System installed on top of the press box, they've got real-time weather data at their fingertips. The system tracks temperature, wind, rain, and lightning detection and even provides customized forecasts. This means they can make decisions ahead of time or react quickly when conditions change. Tracking severe weather in Snyder has historically been challenging due to its remote location and limited access to weather data. However, the community is now better prepared. This resource not only aids the high school but also benefits surrounding schools within a one-mile radius, serving as a reliable asset for the entire area. It's not just the sports teams benefiting, either. Jeff McGinnis, Director of Technology and Safety, says first responders have already used the data during a recent wind event. This information allows them to predict how and where fires might spread, which is crucial in times of drought. 'So the fire department and the emergency management guys, they were really pumped that we were able to have the wind gust the wind. They've got some really accurate information right here in Snyder that they can pull from,' McGinnis said. With this new system, they're heading into each sports season more confidently. They can make the right weather decisions and even adjust practice times to keep everyone safe. Perry Weather, founded in 2013 by Colin Perry in Dallas, has already sent out over 50 million alerts and continues to expand its impact across the country. They're especially making a difference in rural areas that don't have easy access to weather data. You can find weather data on the Snyder ISD website under the section 'Local Weather.' Thanks to Perry Weather, the people of Snyder and Scurry County feel more prepared than ever for the spring and severe sports seasons. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-01-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Economic growth in Snyder: New manufacturing & revitalizing businesses
SNYDER, Texas () – For longtime Snyder resident and Executive Director of the Development Corporation of Snyder, Barbara Leatherwood, one of the things she cherishes most about the city is its small-town charm and strong sense of community. However, in recent years, Leatherwood has observed a shift in the types of businesses choosing to establish roots in Snyder. 'We've seen a lot of growth; we've seen a lot of opportunity. We like to call it opportunity and community. We think Snyder leads the rural areas in being one of the top innovators. I believe I see that in a lot of leadership. I see the community working together,' said Leatherwood. 'Every minute counts': Snyder emergency air medical base now carries whole blood Over the past two years, the Development Corporation of Snyder (DCOS), through its strategic partnerships, has contributed more than $5 million in capital investments to the Snyder community, including $2.9 million in 2024 alone. According to Leatherwood, for every $1 invested into the DCOS, the organization generates $8 in return for community impact. 'Snyder is leading the way in being the connection point and the conduit to being the one-stop shop for any business owner looking to expand or relocate to Snyder. We've had relocations in the last three years. We've had expansions in the last three years that have really just grown and started that momentum. We've had leadership changes in the city,' explained Leatherwood. CHECK IT OUT: Mom makes Texas-sized mum for Snyder ISD homecoming A major factor behind this growth is the influx of manufacturing companies moving into Scurry County, drawn by the available space. These businesses have played a key role in strengthening the local economy, contributing 62 new jobs while retaining 83 existing positions in Snyder. 'Last year, we did three different projects, and one of them was Plastic Welding and Fabrications. They were a second plant location for its manufacturing, and they came up from Buda. What they're finding in Snyder, what they're seeing in Snyder, and why they chose Snyder was that we had the land that was available. The cost of doing business was better,' added Leatherwood. In recent years, the DCOS has also collaborated with local businesses to revitalize their properties through its economic improvement initiative. This effort has invested over $300,000 back into existing businesses, which Leatherwood describes as the backbone of Snyder's community and economy. Abbey Stephens took over ownership of the Snyder Nursery on 3706 Shady Oaks Lane in the spring of 2024. As one of Snyder's many longstanding small businesses, the nursery reflects the town's commitment to supporting local enterprises. For Stephens, choosing Snyder as the home for her business was an easy decision, thanks to the community's culture of mutual support. Western Texas College in Snyder allows students to carry firearms on campus 'There are several businesses in town that we have done flowerpots for outside of their business, or they just come and shop with us personally, and we shop with them personally,' Stephens explained. As a new small business owner, Stephens is excited about the changes on the horizon for Snyder. She encourages residents to shop local and hopes to inspire those passing through to make a pit stop and experience what the town has to offer. 'One of the coolest things about Snyder is that you never really know what you're going to find,' Stephens hinted. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
