Regional
Average death rate rose during pandemic years
Wilbarger County does not have a county health department, which in larger Texas counties compiles mortality statistics. At the request of local officials and with the assistance of Wilbarger County Clerk Jana Kennon’s office, the Vernon Record surveyed the causes of death for every county resident during the pandemic years to determine Covid’s impact. Every…
Read MoreGovernor Abbott, HHSC Unveil New ‘Stop Human Trafficking’ Specialty License Plate
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) today unveiled the State of Texas’ new “Stop Human Trafficking” specialty license plate. The license plate will raise awareness about human trafficking, support survivors, and remind Texans to report suspicious activity to the Texas Department of Public Safety through the iWatchTexas…
Read MoreRed Flag Warning for Wednesday afternoon
Critical Fire Weather Conditions Expected Wednesday RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 8 PM CST THIS EVENING FOR PARTS OF WESTERN OKLAHOMA AND WESTERN NORTH TEXAS FOR LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY, DRY FUELS, AND BREEZY CONDITIONS The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Red Flag Warning for Critical fire weather conditions,…
Read MoreNorthside, Harrold, Chillicothe, Electra All-District volleyball announced
Postseason All-District awards have been announced for players in District 1A-10. SUPERLATIVES Offensive MVP #12, Hannah Reed Northside Defensive MVP #13, Hannah Dunson Northside Setter MVP #2, Aubrey Ford Northside Co-Libero MVP #1, Madison Parker Harrold Co-Libero MVP #1, Kdynze Salinas Electra Newcomer of the Year #2, Remi Buchanon Electra FIRST TEAM ALL-DISTRICT #3, Lilly…
Read MoreHydrogen plant may spur economic development
The board of directors of the Business Development Corporation of Vernon met on Wednesday, December 20 with all members present for their regular monthly meeting. Managing Consultant Rick Hardcastle reported that since the announcement of the new $4 billion green hydrogen production facility, the BDC office has fielded numerous inquiries from industries interested in the…
Read MoreTexas State Parks Kicks Off 100-Year Birthday Celebration with First Day Hikes
Three, two, one … Happy Birthday, Texas State Parks! Park lovers everywhere are invited to help Texas State Parks begin celebrating 100 years Jan. 1 with a First Day Hike. Almost every Texas State Park will host ranger-guided and self-guided walks, bike rides, paddling trips and polar plunges in honor of the national initiative aimed…
Read MoreSales tax rebates increase locally
The cities of Vernon, Chillicothe and Crowell; and Wilbarger County each reported increases in sales tax increases during the month of December while the City of Quanah and Hardeman County saw decreases compared to December of 2021, according to a report from the state comptroller’s office. State Comptroller Glenn Hegar sent Texas cities, counties, transit…
Read MoreWilbarger County to be home to nation’s largest green hydrogen facility
Even though the sun has set on the Oklaunion power plant, it is now slated to be replaced by a green hydrogen facility. On Dec. 8 Governor Greg Abbott celebrated the announcement of Air Products and The AES Corporation’s (AES) new mega-scale green hydrogen facility to be constructed in at the site of the retired…
Read MoreGovernor Abbott Lights Shamash At Menorah Lighting Ceremony In Austin
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated Hanukkah with leaders of the Jewish community at the State Capitol Menorah Lighting Ceremony in Austin. During the ceremony attended by over 50 people, the Governor lit the shamash (servant candle) of the Menorah and reflected on the significance of Hanukkah for the Jewish community. “During Hanukkah, we…
Read MoreFatality accident in Jackson County, Okla.
Fatality Collision occurred 12-19-2022 at approximately 03:25 hours on S County Road 201, 3 miles west of Altus, Jackson County. Vehicle-1: 2007 GMC Sierra driven by Stacy L. Jones (SIC), Black, female, age 51, of Mangum, OK. Pronounce deceased on scene with head injuries by Jackson County EMS. Transported to the Lowell – Tims Funeral Home in Altus, OK. What happened:…
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