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Tips for Saturday’s eclipse
Ahead of the annular solar eclipse this Saturday, October 14, the Texas Optometric Association (TOA) is sharing tips and information to help Texans prepare for this extremely rare event. During an annular eclipse, the moon will pass over the sun creating a “ring of fire” visual for those within the eclipse’s path. The eclipse will…
Read MoreDomestic Violence Remembrance Walk scheduled
The 4th annual Domestic Violence Remembrance Walk is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 17, at 5:30 p.m. on the Wilbarger General Hospital walking trail. Participants are encouraged to wear purple. During this event the Texoma Alliance to Stop Abuse will celebrate their 10th anniversary, a decade long of promoting awareness and supporting all those in need.…
Read MoreVC rodeo starts Sept. 29
The 40th annual Vernon College Rodeo is set to take place Sept. 29-30 at the Wilbarger County Events Center. Rodeo action will begin each of the two nights at 7 p.m. Admission is $10 per person and free for Vernon College students with student ID. Over 700 contestants will compete in nine events.
Read MoreThe 8th annual Charting the Course golf tournament on Saturday
The 8th annual Charting the Course golf tournament to benefit the Wilbarger General Hospital Foundation tees off at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 23, at the Hillcrest Country Club. Wilbarger Realty, Inc., Is sponsoring the Hole in One with a $10,000 prize for the first hole in one during the tournament. The entry fee for the…
Read MoreBenefit bake sale on Saturday
A benefit bake sale for Christy Imel Nava, who has been diagnosed with stomach cancer, will be held from 9 a.m. until sold-out on Saturday, Sept. 23, at First Methodist Church, 3029 Wilbarger. Those who would like to help by donating baked goods are also invited to do so.
Read More$57,773 raised locally by Texoma Gives
The one day giant fundraiser, Texoma Gives, held on Sept. 7, brought $57,773 to eight participant local non-profit organizations. Those receiving donations were: Boys & Girls Club, $16,328; Camp Fire Wilbarger County Council, $1,385; Red River Valley Museum, $30,940; Texoma Alliance to Stop Abuse, $3,100; Vernon Meals on Wheels, $1,485; Wilbarger County Child Welfare Board,…
Read MoreMemorial FarmFest set Saturday
The Lexi and Zoey Flynn Memorial FarmFest will be held Saturday, Sept. 16, at Hwy. 287, 3 miles east of Chillicothe. Scheduled to play are Under the Influence, Already Goners, Justin Penter, Blaine Gillespie, Reginasis, Bud Imel, Dody Lehman, Jade Haney and The Flynns
Read MoreAltus man killed in Wilbarger accident
TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY Number of Vehicles in Crash: 2 Number Injured: 0 Number killed: 1 Date & Time: 9/5/2023, 4:40PM County: Wilbarger Location: US 287, 2 miles West of Harrold Posted Speed Limit: 75 Weather Condition: Clear/Cloudy Road Conditions: Dry Vehicle 1: 2019 Dodge Ram 1500 Driver Vehicle 1: DECEASE Thomas Reese…
Read MoreVernon Lions Win Season Opener
The Vernon Lions corralled the Mustangs Friday night, defeating City View 40-20 in the season opener. See the Aug. 31 edition of The Vernon Daily Record for coverage of this game and area high school sports.
Read MoreLady Lions varsity volleyball wins at home
The Vernon High School varsity volleyball team had a home court win Aug. 22 when they defeated Childress 3-0. See the Aug. 31 edition of The Vernon Daily Record for coverage of local high school sports.
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