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LITTLE NESTS have become an Easter tradition, almost as iconic as coloring hardboiled eggs. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

LITTLE NESTS have become an Easter tradition, almost as iconic as coloring hardboiled eggs. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

Pretzel sticks and jelly beans make sweet-andsavory Easter treats

Angelina L
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Body Easter Sunday is a day to celebrate with sweet confections. And kids will have as much fun making Easter Egg Nests as they do coloring eggs.Classic bird nests made with crunchy chow-mein noodles make the perfect vessel for little malted robin eggs or colorful jellybeans.
BI-DISTRICT BOUND The Motley County ISD One Act Play production of“The Lion,TheWitch andTheWardrobe”advanced to bi-district competition and will be presented at the Bi-District meet Wednesday, April 1 in Spur. | COURTESY PHOTO

BI-DISTRICT BOUND The Motley County ISD One Act Play production of“The Lion,TheWitch andTheWardrobe”advanced to bi-district competition and will be presented at the Bi-District meet Wednesday, April 1 in Spur. | COURTESY PHOTO

BI-DISTRICT BOUND

News Staff
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Body The Motley County ISD One Act Play production of “The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe” advanced to bi-district competition and will be presented at the Bi-District meet Wednesday, April 1 in Spur.
Guthrie One Act Play to compete in Bi-District contest April 1 in Spur with ‘Mosquitoes’

Guthrie One Act Play to compete in Bi-District contest April 1 in Spur with ‘Mosquitoes’

Guthrie One Act Play to compete in Bi-District contest April 1 in Spur with ‘Mosquitoes’

Staff Reports
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Body Guthrie One Act Play will be competing Wednesday, April 1, in Spur, in the Bi-District OAP Contest. PERFORMANCE ORDER First play begins at 2:00 p.m.PERFORMANCE ORDER1. “Mosquitoes”-Guthrie 2. “Queens”-Crosbyton 3. “Anatomy of Gray”-Spur 4. “Tracks”-Petersburg 5.
SILVERTON ONE ACT PLAY

SILVERTON ONE ACT PLAY

SILVERTON ONE ACT PLAY

News Staff
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Body SILVERTON ONE ACT PLAY Congratulations go to the Silverton One Act Play cast and crew on a great performance of “Arsenic and Old Lace” at their District meet March 11.
In a word, community

In a word, community

In a word, community

Sue Jane Sullivan
Thursday, March 19, 2026
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News Staff
Thursday, March 19, 2026
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.
Cornyn reverses filibuster stance

Cornyn reverses filibuster stance

Cornyn reverses filibuster stance

News Staff
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Body TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATIONAUSTIN— U.S. Sen. John Cornyn last week reversed his opposition to changing the Senate’s filibuster rules, writing in an op-ed that legislation in that chamber should pass with a simple majority, the San Antonio Express-News reported.
Lemon jewels perfect for spring celebration

Lemon jewels perfect for spring celebration

Lemon jewels perfect for spring celebration

Angelina L
Thursday, March 19, 2026
Body CUISINE & CULTURE | ANGELINA@ANGELINALARUE.COMMiniature desserts are often the way to go for special occasions when you have people coming and going. They are easy to walk around with or grab as you go by the table – very transportable.