The 501

Body Scientists love Virginia Yes, Santa Claus. There is a Virginia. I jest. If Santa knows anybody, he knows Virginia, who famously questioned his existence in 1897. But when it comes to names on his current list, Virginia barely rates. It’s no longer a common child’s name.

2023 CAPROCK HAPPENINGS

Body Please let us know of any corrections: caprockcourier@gmail.com FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH PADUCAH Vacation Bible School, Sunday-Thursday, June 11-15, 5:45 p.m.-7:45 p.m., 820 11th St.

Silverton High School expresses thanks for Project Graduation 2023

Body The following people helped make Project Graduation 2023 a success for Silverton High School. Through their generous donations we were able to provide a safe, healthy and fun night for all of the high school students. We started the night at 9:30 p.m.

TUMBLEWEED SMITH

Body TUMBLEWEED As 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.

What commences after the speeches

Body “Every day, every year, and for every graduating class, there is a choice to be made. It’s the same option for all grownups, who have to decide to be one of three types of Americans. Those who embrace liberty and freedom for all, those who won’t, or those who are indifferent.

The 501 Google’s take on the Caprock

Body People on the High Plains of Texas tend to look down on the rest of us. Why the attitude? Maybe because they survive the northers first. In the grand Texas scheme of things, High Plains dwellers are our higher-ups, literally and figuratively. Even Google knows.

Potato skins go well with Cheezy Sauce

Body You may recall the days when potato skins hit the restaurants and pubs. This crispy on the edges, cheesefilled delight has always been every bit as good as its nacho cousin. We typically see potato skins topped like a loaded baked potato.

LIGHTHOUSE CREDENTIALS Mark Hegi

Body LIGHTHOUSE CREDENTIALS Mark Hegi, board president (right), recently presentedWesley Campbell of Matador, director, with his Credentialed Cooperative Director certificate.

Paducah chamber sets summer dates

Body The Paducah Chamber of Commerce met June 1 at Mac’s PTX restaurant.

NEW MATH

Body NEW MATH TEACHER McKylie Irons will be the new Paducah High School math teacher for grades 9-12. She comes to Paducah from Monahans ISD and just completed her third year of teaching.