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Harrold pedestrian killed in hit-and-run
Early Monday morning at approximately 6:00 a.m. Wilbarger County Sheriff’s Office was notified about a person seen close to the southbound lanes of traffic on US 287, just west of the truck stop in Harrold, TX. DPS Sgt. Dan Buesing stated that Wilbarger County Deputies responded and found – MITCHELL RAINES, 76, of Harrold, TX…
Read MoreFatal accident reported in Hardeman County
Date & Time – Sunday, March 12, 2023 @ approximately 3:18 a.m. Location – Hardeman County, US 287 – Goodlett area Road Conditions – Clear & Cloudy, Dry Posted Speed Limit – 75 Vehicle 1: 2008 Dodge ¾ ton pickup Driver, Deceased – JACK MARTIN POOLE, 23, of Lubbock, TX Seat belt worn – No…
Read MoreElectra man killed in motorcycle crash
On March 12, 2023 DPS was notified approximately 8:10 a.m. Sunday morning on a fatal accident according to DPS Sgt. Dan Buesing. Location: Wichita County, FM 2650 north of FM 1954 Road Conditions: Dry and Clear Posted Speed Limit: 50 mph Vehicle 1: 2012 Harley-Davidson motorcycle *Driver – Deceased, JEFFREY LEE GODWIN, 32 yrs. old…
Read More4-H golf fundraiser set
4-H golf fundraiser The Friends of Wilbarger County 4-H present the inaugural Clover Classic Golf Tournament to be held at Hillcrest Country Club on Saturday, April 1. All proceeds benefit the scholarship fund. If you would like to sponsor this event or donate for the silent auction, call 940-552-5474.
Read MoreEducation Foundation golf scramble planned
The inaugural Vernon ISD Education Foundation 4-person Golf Scramble is scheduled for April 22. All are welcome to participate. The Vernon ISD Education Foundation is a non-profit organization, created to uphold our mission of being an exemplary education community. In this inaugural year, the Foundation aims to raise funds to support teachers and staff in…
Read MoreLions Club Kid League registration underway
Parents interested in registering their child to play Kid League Baseball should register them online at https://bit.ly/KLBRegistration23. Registration is open from March 6 to March 22. Registration will not be accepted after March 22. The cost of registration is $35 per child. For further information, or assistance in registering, contact League Director Dustin Fraticelli at…
Read MoreNWS Storm Spotter training in Vernon Monday
The National Weather Service will conduct a storm spotter training in Vernon on Monday, March 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wilbarger County Auditorium
Read MoreSpecial plushie for first 20 fans at VC softball conference opener on Wednesday
Wednesday, March 1, the Vernon College Softball Team has their conference opener home game at 1 pm. The first 20 VC fans, through the gate, will get a free Chappie Plush. The public is welcome to come to cheer on the Lady Chaps. Admission is free.
Read MoreRain possible Thursday evening, cool weekend expected
Thursday: A 20 percent chance of showers after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 72. West wind 6 to 11 mph increasing to 15 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph. Thursday Night: Showers likely, mainly before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33. Windy. Chance…
Read MoreRough weather possible on Sunday
The National Weather Service reports Sunday could be an active weather day for Wilbarger County. A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 3pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 77. Windy, with a south southeast wind 7 to 12 mph increasing to 20 to 25 mph in the afternoon. Winds could gust as…
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