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Man pleas to avoid jury
Shawn Dale Johnson, 39, of Vernon, pleaded guilty last Tuesday to possession of a controlled substance with the intent to deliver rather than face a jury that was to be seated in his trial. As the result of a plea bargain, Johnson was sentenced to 19 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. On…
Read MoreBeto O’Rourke making campaign stop in Vernon
Beto O’Rourke, the Democratic candidate for governor of Texas, will hold a campaign rally in Vernon on Thursday, March 17. O’Rourke will be at the Refinery from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. O’Rourke is a fourth-generation Texan, born and raised in El Paso where he has served as a small business owner, a city council representative…
Read MoreDocumentary on murals to air
New York’s Lincoln Center Education in conjunction with the Wichita Falls Alliance for Arts and Culture and the City of Vernon will present a mini-documentary on Vernon’s murals. The film, entitled “Welcome To Vernon, Texas” features interviews with City Manager Martin Magnum, Mayor Pam Gosline, Amanda Lehman, Director of Vernon’s Main Street Services and Tourism…
Read MoreDPS Increases Patrols for Spring Break
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will increase its presence on the roads to ensure highways are safe as part of a spring break enforcement campaign. From March 12 through March 20, the Texas Highway Patrol will be out looking for people who are violating traffic laws as part of Operation CARE…
Read MoreVernon grad wins National Cheer Title at Angelo State
SAN ANGELO — For the fifth straight year, the Angelo State University Cheer Team has won a national title at the United Spirit Association USA Collegiate Championships in Anaheim, Calif. Vernon High School graduate Jaila McBride is a member of the team. ASU’s 32-member co-ed Cheer Team, including Jaila McBride of Vernon, won one national…
Read MoreEight building permits issued
The City of Vernon issued eight building permits for the month of February. There were 17 permits issued in January making the year-to-date number 26. January saw the top permit being for solar panels with four and a new home planned at 3500 Main. In February the top permit was for fences, while another new…
Read MoreWinter storm possible before nice Spring Break
Wilbarger County could get a dose of winter weather later this week, but rebound into the 70s for Spring Break. The National Weather Service says rain, sleet, freezing rain and snow are possible Thursday night, with a 20 percent chance of precipitation. The overnight low Thursday is expected to be in the low 20s. Winds…
Read MoreRelay for Life postponed
Last weekend’s planned Relay for Life was postponed due to an illness. A make-up date is expected to be in April, but has not been set.
Read MoreVISD trustees discussing school bids, staff contracts
The Vernon Independent School Board of Trustees will hold their March meeting on Thursday, March 10 instead of the normal Monday meeting date. A public meeting will be held at 6:00 pm in the boardroom at the Vernon ISD Administration Bldg. The Vernon ISD District of Innovation Plan will be presented. Discussion and questions will…
Read MoreVHS presents One Act Play public performance
The Vernon High School One Act Play is proud to announce it will take to the stage to present: The Book of Dog, by Jiggs Burgess. A public performance is planned for Monday, March 7, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wilbarger County Auditorium. Tickets are $5 at the door, or $4 with a donation…
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