Christmas meal preparations underway
Sharon Goins, coordinator of the Holiday Spirit Meals, said reservations for the delivered Christmas meal began on Dec. 15. Those requesting meal deliveries may call (940) 414-0401.The deadline is Thursday, Dec. 22. Prep Day for the Christmas Day meal will be on Friday, Dec. 23 at Wilbarger Auditorium beginning at 9 a.m. until noon. Also,…
Read MoreGovernor Abbott Lights Shamash At Menorah Lighting Ceremony In Austin
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Hanukkah with leaders of the Jewish community at the State Capitol Menorah Lighting Ceremony in Austin. During the ceremony attended by over 50 people, the Governor lit the shamash (servant candle) of the Menorah and reflected on the significance of Hanukkah for the Jewish community. “During Hanukkah, we…
Read MoreFatality accident in Jackson County, Okla.
Fatality Collision occurred 12-19-2022 at approximately 03:25 hours on S County Road 201, 3 miles west of Altus, Jackson County. Vehicle-1: 2007 GMC Sierra driven by Stacy L. Jones (SIC), Black, female, age 51, of Mangum, OK. Pronounce deceased on scene with head injuries by Jackson County EMS. Transported to the Lowell – Tims Funeral Home in Altus, OK. What happened:…
Read MoreAEP Texas preparing for possible winter weather
AEP Texas preparing for possible winter weather CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, (December 20, 2022) – AEP Texas is preparing for a possible severe winter event later this week. As inclement weather is anticipated throughout some areas of the AEP Texas service territory, local outages could occur. AEP Texas is taking the following steps to prepare: All…
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 MoreCarnegie Library to host ‘Circle of Write’ event Saturday
It is a little-known fact that Wilbarger County, for as small a population as we have, is home to quite a few authors. They cover nearly the whole spectrum of writing genres from fiction to self-help and everything in-between. From 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dec. 3, the Carnegie City – County Library at 2810…
Read MoreKennon appointed interim city manager
The Vernon City Commission met last Tuesday evening. Following a short executive session, a short executive session, the Commissioners returned to regular session and named City of Vernon Public Works Director Darell Kenyon as the interim city manager to assume the position from departing City Manager Marty Mangum. Darell is a 1981 Quanah High School…
Read MoreLady Lions volleyball players recognized for season
The volleyball season has come to a close and several Vernon Lady Lions have earned post season accolades. Co-Newcomer of the Year: Key’Maria McBride 2nd Team All District: Mari Johnson Honorable Mention: Cirstin Ivy, Kenadi Brown, Ashlee Villarreal, Morgan Drennan, Logan Gonzales, Nakayla Whatley. Academic All District: Amya Chavira, Cirstin Ivy, Mari Johnson,Mijah Johnson, Marli…
Read MoreVHS tennis players named All-District
All district for team tennis has been released and several Vernon players received spots on the all district team. “I’m very proud of their hard work and how well they did,” Coach Carrie Castleberry said. The tennis team won the district title with an undefeated run. It was the tennis team’s 35th straight district title.…
Read MoreWilbarger unemployment drops to 4.8%
Wilbarger County’s unemployment rate was 4.8 percent in October, which represented decreases from five percent in September and 5.5 percent in October, 2021, according to a report released by the Texas Workforce Commission. The TWC report stated that 4,302 people were employed and 222 were unemployed in Wilbarger County during October compared to the 4,437…
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