Vernon Lions run past Bowie 51-26
Daniel Walker Vernon Record The Vernon Lions embraced a physical style of play to run past the Bowie Jackrabbits on Friday 51-26, piling up over 500 yards offense to 247 yards for Bowie. The Lions jumped out of the gate quick, forcing a Bowie turnover on downs and scoring on their first two offensive possessions.…
Read MoreFree Day at Texas Parks on Nov. 3
On Nov. 3, visitors will get free day-use entry at all Texas State Parks in honor of Texas State Parks Day, a tradition born from 2023’s centennial celebration. This includes Copper Breaks State Park, located on Highway 6 between Crowell and Quanah. “Any day in a Texas State Park is a good day,” said Rodney…
Read MoreSen. Perry in Vernon for town hall on Thursday
State Senator Charles Perry is planning to hold a town hall meeting on Thursday, Oct. 31 in Vernon, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at Wilbarger General Hospital’s board room.
Read MoreVernon Lions hosts Bowie in District action Friday
Daniel Walker Vernon Record The Lions face Bowie this week, after a productive bye week. Vernon coach Kevin Sherrill said the bye week came at a good time, halfway through the district slate, with the Lions at 2-1 and sitting in 2nd place with three games to play. “We got some guys healthy, hopefully we…
Read MoreArea six man football scores
Guthrie 61, Chillicothe 12 The Chillicothe Eagles hosted the Guthrie Jaguars at Moffett-Dodson Stadium in District 7-1A, DII play. It was homecoming for Chillicothe but the visitors got the 61-12 win. Leading 55-12 in the third quarter, the Jaguars marched the field for the game-ending score with just over 7 minutes left in the quarter.…
Read MoreQuail season starts on Saturday, Oct. 26
From Texas Parks & Wildlife Quail hunting season in Texas kicks off Oct. 26, and the annual Texas Parks and Wildlife Department roadside survey indicates an upward trend in population numbers. Improved habitat and scattered but timely rainfall provided a boost for bobwhite and scaled quail. “This is good news for quail and for many…
Read MoreArea Volleyball Scores: Oct. 15 -Oct. 21
Tuesday Oct 15 Vernon defeated Jacksboro, 25-14, 25-13, 25-17 in District 7-3A. Standouts include Key’Maria McBride 12 kills, 3 blocks, 12 assists, 18 digs; Klancy Sherrill 5 kills, 14 assists, 13 digs; Mari Johnson 4 aces, 6 kills, 7 digs; Mijah Johnson 3 kills, 14 digs. Harrold defeated Northside, 25-8, 25-4, 25-12 in District 9-A.…
Read MoreCollege Fair planned for Region 9
Region 9 Education Service Center will host a College Fair on Monday, October 21, 2024, from 6:00 – 7:30 PM. All 9th-12th grade students in school districts served by Region 9 ESC are encouraged to attend along with their parents. Region 9 ESC is located at 301 Loop 11, Wichita Falls, Texas. The College Fair…
Read MoreEarly voting begins Oct. 21
Early voting for the Nov. 5 general election, which includes Vernon ISD and Northside ISD trustees’ elections, begins Oct. 21 at the Wilbarger County Auditorium. Early voting takes place from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday,Oct. 21 through Oct. 25; 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, and noon to 6 p.m.…
Read MoreSenator Perry plans town hall on Oct. 31
State Senator Charles Perry is tentatively planning to hold a town hall meeting on Thursday, Oct. 31 in Vernon, beginning at 9:30 a.m. at Wilbarger General Hospital’s board room.
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