Northside, Harrold, Chillicothe, Electra All-District volleyball announced
Postseason All-District awards have been announced for players in District 1A-10. SUPERLATIVES Offensive MVP #12, Hannah Reed Northside Defensive MVP #13, Hannah Dunson Northside Setter MVP #2, Aubrey Ford Northside Co-Libero MVP #1, Madison Parker Harrold Co-Libero MVP #1, Kdynze Salinas Electra Newcomer of the Year #2, Remi Buchanon Electra FIRST TEAM ALL-DISTRICT #3, Lilly…
Read MoreHydrogen plant may spur economic development
The board of directors of the Business Development Corporation of Vernon met on Wednesday, December 20 with all members present for their regular monthly meeting. Managing Consultant Rick Hardcastle reported that since the announcement of the new $4 billion green hydrogen production facility, the BDC office has fielded numerous inquiries from industries interested in the…
Read MoreTexas State Parks Kicks Off 100-Year Birthday Celebration with First Day Hikes
Three, two, one … Happy Birthday, Texas State Parks! Park lovers everywhere are invited to help Texas State Parks begin celebrating 100 years Jan. 1 with a First Day Hike. Almost every Texas State Park will host ranger-guided and self-guided walks, bike rides, paddling trips and polar plunges in honor of the national initiative aimed…
Read MoreFootball Lions earn postseason All-District honors
The Vernon Lions completed the 2022 football season, tying for second place in District 3-3A Division I was a 3-2 district record, and a 6-4 overall record. A number of Lions received postseason accolades with 11 players receiving 1st team All-District status, six named 2nd team All-District, and seven players receiving Honorable Mention. Vernon had…
Read MoreThe Vernon Record closed Monday for Christmas
The Vernon Record closed Monday for Christmas The offices of the Vernon Record will be closed on Monday, Dec. 26 and Tuesday, Dec. 27 to allow staff to enjoy time with families during the Christmas holiday. We wish you a happy and Merry Christmas.
Read MoreZoning request approved
The City of Vernon Planning and Zoning Commission met in regular session on Dec. 13 at Vernon City Hall. Commissioners heard and considered a special zoning request by Hunter Goodrum for the building of a front yard carport at a residence located at 2903 Houston Street. After discussion and consideration, Commissioners approved the request.
Read MoreChristmas parade winning entries announced
First place winner for floats in the Vernon Lighted Christmas Parade was the Vernon Boys and Girls Club, second place was Alpha Elite Tumble & Cheer. Winning vehicles were first place, Wayne Enloe, second place, Ace Hardware. First place winner for golf carts was Dustin Fraticelli, second place, Glen Forester. Treble Makers Quilt Shop won…
Read MoreTrio of Lions named among state’s best at tennis
The THSCA announced the 2022 4A-6A THSCA Team Tennis Super Elite Teams on Thursday, with 3 of the 14 players on the 4A team coming from Vernon. The THSCA Super Elite Teams consists of high school players nominated by current professional members of the THSCA. The award recognizes student athletes across the state of Texas…
Read MoreSales tax rebates increase locally
The cities of Vernon, Chillicothe and Crowell; and Wilbarger County each reported increases in sales tax increases during the month of December while the City of Quanah and Hardeman County saw decreases compared to December of 2021, according to a report from the state comptroller’s office. State Comptroller Glenn Hegar sent Texas cities, counties, transit…
Read MoreWilbarger County to be home to nation’s largest green hydrogen facility
Even though the sun has set on the Oklaunion power plant, it is now slated to be replaced by a green hydrogen facility. On Dec. 8 Governor Greg Abbott celebrated the announcement of Air Products and The AES Corporation’s (AES) new mega-scale green hydrogen facility to be constructed in at the site of the retired…
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