CLASS OF 2026

Body Last week, the Motley County Class of 2026 received their class rings, their first step towards their final year.

CHEER FOR

Body The Valley cheerleaders met Ray Benson, band leader of popular Western Swing and jazz band Asleep at the Wheel, at last week’s Bob Wills Day.Congratulations go to Eric Petitt and Savannah Carrera, Bob Wills King and Queen for 2025.

Registration coming up for CrossView Christian Camp, summer 2025

Body Summercamp registration for CrossView Christian Camp’s 2025 season is now open, according to camp director of operations Kassi Appleton.The camp, located 3 miles west of Dickens in the scenic ranch country off the Caprock, will host three weeks of Open Registration camps.

TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH

Body TUMBLEWEEDAs the creator and producer of “The Sound of Texas,” one of the longest running syndicated radio programs in Texas, Tumbleweed seeks fascinating people who embody the spirit of the Lone StarStateandbringsthemintothehomesandheartsofthousands.

House passes school voucher bill

Body AUSTIN— The Texas House on Thursday passed Gov. Greg Abbott’s school voucher bill after a yearslong campaign by the governor and his allies, the Austin American-Statesman reported. Lt. Gov.

Paxton, Cornyn gear up for primary battle

Body AUSTIN— Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton made it official last week, announcing he will challenge U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in next March’s Republican primary.

TALES FROM TUMBLEWEED SMITH

Body TUMBLEWEEDAs the creator and producer of “The Sound of Texas,” one of the longest running syndicated radio programs in Texas, Tumbleweed seeks fascinating people who embody the spirit of the Lone StarStateandbringsthemintothehomesandheartsofthousands.

Matador Connect

Body I was just wondering if anyone dyes eggs for Easter. That was always a grand adventure and an exciting family event. ************* The East Mound Cemetery Association had a successful cleanup day last Saturday which included repairs on veterans’ crosses.

Guaranteed to make you feel better 2.0

Body Shed a Little LightA slice of warm cornbread with butter.A couple of slices of cornbread in a glass of cold milk.A foot massage.A baby’s smile directed right at you on Aisle 9 at the grocery store.Watching “Nacho Libre” starring Jack Black.

Appeals court: TEA can release A-F school ratings

Body AUSTIN— A judge with the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled last week that the Texas Education Agency can release its 2023 A-F school accountability ratings, the Houston Chronicle reported.