90 Minutes in Heaven author coming to FBC The First Baptist Church of Vernon will welcome a special speaker during the Sunday, March 23 service. The service begins at 10:45 a.m. Don Piper is an internationally known best-selling author of the book 90 Minutes in Heaven. Piper has been an ordained minister since 1985.…
The Texas Department of State Health Services is reporting 124 confirmed cases of measles in the ongoing outbreak in the South Plains and Panhandle regions. DSHS is working with local health departments in that area to investigate cases, provide immunizations where needed, and keep the public informed. Additionally, DSHS issued a health alert Monday after…
Joyce Virginia Chapman entered the presence of her Savior Jesus Christ on Feb. 12, 2025, in Vernon, Texas. She was born in the Watts family home in Vernon, Texas, to Roy and Myrtle Watts on July 13, 1929. Joyce and Troy Alton Chapman, Sr. were married on Feb. 28, 1947. They enjoyed 53 years together…
Rose Marilyn Howard, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished member of the Vernon, Texas community, passed away peacefully on Jan. 21st, 2025, in Lubbock TX. Born on July 18, 1932, in Lamesa, Texas, to Dalton Ezekiel Fuller and Glynn Zola Fuller, Marilyn lived a life filled with love, service, and dedication to her family. After…
The Office of Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) announced upcoming mobile office hours for March in Seymour, Perryton, Panhandle, and Vernon hosted by congressional staff. Constituents are encouraged to attend if they need assistance with a federal agency or to learn more about the office’s services. Please bring all documentation if you require assistance with a…
Roads are slick and bitter cold is here. Wind chills are expected to be below zero. but a warmup is coming. By the weekend the highs will be back in the 60s and in the 70s to start next week. WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT CST TONIGHT… * WHAT…Mixed precipitation. Additional snow…
Jeff Case has been named Texas’s Investigator of the Year. Case was presented the Texas District and County Attorneys Association Chuck Dennis Investigator of the Year award last Wednesday at the 2025 Investigators Conference, held at the Texas A&M Convention Center in College Station. “Jeff is an invaluable asset not only to the DA’s office…
Early 43, Vernon 37 The Vernon Lady Lions basketball season came to an end with a bi-district loss to Early 43-37 on Monday. Vernon ends its season with a 21-10 record. The Lady Lions came out strong, taking a 14-10 lead after one quarter. Vernon lead 24-23 at halftime. A cold shooting third quarter saw…
The deadline for filing to be placed on the ballot as a candidate for a seat on the Vernon City Commission, or Wilbarger General Hospital, is 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 14. Places 3 and 4 on the Vernon City Commission are up for election May 2. Place 3 incumbent Don Aydellot and Place 4 incumbent…
A Texas House bill seeks to rename a portion of U.S. 287 as the Molly Mullins Memorial Highway. The measure was introduced by Rep. Morgan Meyer, of the 108th District representing downtown Dallas. Molly Mullens, age 9 of Highland Park, was killed in a head-on collision in Oklaunion on March 16, 2024, as her family…