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Governor Abbott Announces Latest Slate Of Appointments
AUSTIN – This week, Governor Greg Abbott selected multiple qualified candidates to serve on behalf of Texans. 512th Judicial District Court In Williamson County – Governor Abbott appointed Sarah Moore as Judge of the 512th Judicial District Court in Williamson County for a term set to expire December 31, 2026, or until her successor shall…
Read MoreGoogle Announces New Data Center in Wilbarger County
Google has announced that they are expanding their longstanding presence in Texas with a new data center under construction in Wilbarger County with agreements to support local energy resilience, anchored by a focus on water security and energy affordability. The data center will use advanced air-cooling technology, limiting water consumption to only critical campus operations…
Read MoreCORRECTION
The story appearing on the front page of the July 31 edition of the Vernon Record regarding Wilbarger County approving an agreement with ICE to serve immigration warrants was incorrect. The Wilbarger County Commissioners Court did not approve the agreement. The item was tabled for possible consideration at a later time.
Read MoreCrop tours planned for Wilbarger, Foard counties
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialists and county agents will join Texas A&M AgriLife Research small grains breeders across the state to host field days for the next month as a part of the annual Statewide Small Grains Tour. Small grain crops across Texas will ripen over the next month. On May 21 the Wilbarger…
Read MoreOdell man killed in Clay County Crash
The Texas Department of Transportation has released details of a Clay County fatality crash in April. William Hardman, 63 of Odell, was identified on May 14 as the deceased driver. Date & Time: 4/26/2025, 11:19 PM County: Clay County Location: FM 2606, approximately 8 miles southwest of Henrietta Posted Speed Limit: 35 mph Weather Condition:…
Read MoreHot weather here to stay, severe weather coming
Severe weather is possible, starting this weekend and continuing into next week. National Weather Service forecast discussion states “Confidence is increasing with potentially several days of strong to severe storms over the weekend into next week. Moisture return across much of the area is expected to take place starting Saturday with a dryline set up…
Read MoreSanta Rosa Roundup parade entries sought
The Santa Rosa Rodeo Office is now open at 1614 Main St. in Vernon. Box seat ticket sales begin April 21. The theme for this year’s parade is “Cowboy Boots & Buck’n Chutes.” The parade is set for 3 p.m. May 14 in downtown Vernon. Parade entry forms are available at the Vernon Chamber of…
Read MoreAll Star Olympics
On Wednesday, April 30, VISD All-Star athletes will get their chance to shine at the Vernon All-Star Olympics. The event is at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, April 30 at Lions Stadium. This is a warm-up for VISD athletes, who will go on to compete at Altus in an Area All-Star Olympics event in May. Donations…
Read MoreFlood advisory now, flood watch this week
FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1045 PM CDT THIS EVENING… * WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE…Portions of southwest Oklahoma, including the following counties, Jackson and Tillman and northern Texas, including the following counties, Foard, Hardeman and Wilbarger. * WHEN…Until 1045 PM CDT. * IMPACTS…Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.…
Read MoreJason Goodrum, Place 4 city commissioner candidate responds to questions concerning his candidacy
What inspired you to run for city council, and what personal experiences have prepared you for this role? I was inspired to run for city commission by the thought of helping our community. I am a small business owner and a lifetime resident of Vernon. I am invested in Vernon. All of my direct family,…
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