Deadline approaches to order Christmas meal
Sharon and Billy Goins, co-organizers of the Holiday Spirit Meals, barely had time to rest from the Thanksgiving meal when they began preparations for the Christmas Day meal. The Thanksgiving meal resulted in 1,158 being served this year as a new record for the program, and its possible that many meals could be served on…
Read MoreChristmas parade on tap this weekend
In just two weeks, Santa Claus will be coming to town to bring toys and gifts, but before then Santa will pay a special visit to Vernon at the annual Lighted Christmas Parade. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be among the colorful array of floats and other entries that will make up this year’s 14th…
Read MoreLots of ways to give, express Christmas spirit
The Christmas spirit is evident in thinking of others. The Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign can been seen around town as an example. Volunteers are currently taking donations at various locations and will continue these efforts until Dec. 22. The Kettles will be out on Mondays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Kettles…
Read MoreFormer Wilbarger County judge turns 92
On July 26, 2020, Bob Arnold turned 92 years old, but age hasn’t at all slowed down the former Wilbarger County judge. “Age doesn’t bother me,” Arnold said with a laugh. Arnold, who served as county judge here for some 24 years, is still active, including working on the family farm where he grows wheat…
Read MoreRelay for Life planned for Saturday
Wilbarger County Relay for Life honoring and remembering cancer patients and survivors is all set to be held Saturday, Aug. from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Christian Life Center. The event will begin with singing of the National Anthem followed by the Survivor Lap, the Caregiver Lap and the Team…
Read MoreRelay for Life to be held
Marilyn Ramirez, Wilbarger Relay for Life chairman, has announced that the 2020 Relay for Life will proceed here as planned. The event, which raises funds for cancer research and awareness, is scheduled to be held from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 22, at the CLC of the First Baptist Church. Ramirez said…
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