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Transfer Station Hours Extended on Saturdays
The City of Vernon will test extended Saturday hours at its transfer station to better accommodate residents, city officials said. During a recent council meeting, staff proposed a trial period to expand Saturday operations from 9 a.m.–noon to 8 a.m.–2 p.m., running from June 6 through Oct. 31. The trial aims to assess whether longer…
Read MoreKay Wall
Kay Wall, beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, teacher, and servant of the Lord, passed away on May 26, 2026 in Vernon, Texas. She was born on February 4, 1941, in Wichita Falls, Texas, to Richard Menefee Williams and Oualline Juanita Gri൶ th Williams, and she was known from her earliest days as “Kay Baby”…
Read MoreRonald David Fox
Ronald David Fox, 89 of Vernon, Texas passed away on Monday, May 18, 2026, in Electra, Texas. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, May 22, 2026, at Western Trail Cowboy Church under the direction of Sullivan Funeral Home with Rev. Trey Schur officiating. Ron was born Thursday, Oct. 8, 1936, in Crowell,…
Read More2025 Santa Rosa Roundup Rodeo Queen Offers Advice, Insight to Becoming Rodeo Royalty
Under the bright lights and dust of the Santa Rosa Roundup, Kennadi Wofford rode with a confidence earned through perseverance, community spirit, and a deep love for rodeo. As the newly crowned Santa Rosa Roundup Rodeo Queen in 2025, Kennedy’s story is one of determination, family support, and the enduring traditions of small-town Texas. A…
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 MoreVISD trustees vote 4-3 to approve homeschool participation in UIL events
During the VISD school board meeting Monday, trustees voted 4-3 to approve allowing homeschool students to participate in UIL events. Voting in favor of allowing homeschool students participate in district UIL activities were trustees Patrick Parmer, Bryson Henry, Carrie Hawkins and Chris Lehman. Voting against allowing homeschool students participate were trustees Emory Byars, Amanda Lehman…
Read MoreCity Commissioner Dustin Fraticelli responds to questions concerning his candidacy for reelection.
The two candidates running for Place 3 on the Vernon City Commission are incumbent are Don Aydelott and Adrian Esquivel. The Place 4 commission candidates are incumbent Dustin Fraticelli and Jason Goodrum. The candidates were asked to complete questionnaires regarding their candidacy. Incumbent Commissioner Dustin Fraticelli and Don Aydelott have both responded as of April…
Read MoreWGH Art of Caring gala set for Feb. 10
The Wilbarger General Hospital Foundation is hosting its annual fundraising gala, Art of Caring, at 7 p.m., Feb. 10, at the La Hacienda Avitia, 7900 Eagle St. Tickets are $75 per person and should be purchased by Feb. 5. Ticket sales begin at the hospital on Jan. 22. The gala will feature an evening of…
Read MoreVernon 49, City View 43
The Vernon Lions fought back from a 24-19 deficit to beat City View 49-43 on Friday. Vernon is ranked No. 21 and City View No. 22 in this week’s state 3A poll. The Lions are 3-0 in District 7-3A heading into Friday’s match-up at Bowie, and then at 3A No. 10 Holliday next Tuesday. Against…
Read MoreWilbarger Regional Craft Show on Saturday
The Wilbarger Regional Craft Show sponsored by TOPS 144 will be held at Wilbarger Auditorium on Saturday, Oct. 14, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, Oct. 15, from 12:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. There will be arts and crafts, door prizes and a concession stand. For information about booth space,…
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