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Matador VFD awarded$20,000 grant

Matador VFD awarded$20,000 grant

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Matador VFD awarded$20,000 grant

Kay Ellington
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Body The Texas A&M Forest Service announced the results of a second of three funding meetings of fiscal year 2024 for the Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program, awarding 74 grants totaling approximately $1.3 million.
April full of events for Caprock Country

April full of events for Caprock Country

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April full of events for Caprock Country

Kay Ellington
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Body Beginning next week amusement abounds from corner to corner of Caprock Country, including rodeos, parades, music, dancing, food and more. Mark your calendars for these great ways to get out and about and enjoy spring weather and entertainment fare.
The 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle delivers $15,000 donation to Silverton VFD

The 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle delivers $15,000 donation to Silverton VFD

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The 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle delivers $15,000 donation to Silverton VFD

Staff Reports
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Body The 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle, a 501(c) (3) corporation that responds with financial support as budget allows, to help lessen the devastating effects of when a loved one is lost due to firefighting or law enforcement also provides life-protecting equipmentandeducational...
GUTHRIE ADVANCES

GUTHRIE ADVANCES

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GUTHRIE ADVANCES

News Staff
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Body  Guthrie High School has advanced to the Area One Act Play competition Saturday, April 13, in Post, with the show“The Beggar’s Opera.

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2024 CAPROCK HAPPENINGS

News Staff
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Body Texas public schools conduct standardized testing throughout the month of April. Local school districts are allowed to set schedules for testing dates/times.Local Events CAPROCK PUBLIC LIBRARY is hosting story time on Fridays, 10:30 a.m., 106 N. 1st St.

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2024 CAPROCK PUBLIC AND CIVIC MEETINGS

News Staff
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Body Public and Civic Meetings Coming UpSILVERTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT board meeting, Monday, Apr. 8, 7:30 a.m., school administration office, 700 Loretta St., Silverton, (806) 823-247 BRISCOECOUNTYCOMMISSIONERSCOURT Monday, Apr. 8, 9 a.m. , County Courthouse, 415 Main St.
THE NIGHT BEFORE If you haven’t tried overnight oats, you’ll find the concept is a wonderful way to meal prep if you like to plan ahead. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

THE NIGHT BEFORE If you haven’t tried overnight oats, you’ll find the concept is a wonderful way to meal prep if you like to plan ahead. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

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Prepare Carrot Cake Oats overnight for a delicious breakfast or dessert

Cuisine & Culture
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Body Carrot cake is a classic springtime dessert. My family enjoys it for Easter and other special occasions. It’s rich and decadent, so I like exploring lighter ways to enjoy the same flavors. Guilt-free options can be just as tasty.
Euphemistically speaking . . .

Euphemistically speaking . . .

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Euphemistically speaking . . .

Commentary
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Body are terms with extra syllables. Sometimes extra words.“Poor” comes to mind. A euphemism is “underprivileged.” Five syllables. Count ’em.“Underprivileged” was one of the first euphemisms I ever learned. It’s since acquired its own set of baggage and has fallen into disuse.

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LOOKING BACK

News Staff
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Body April 4, 1990—Silverton students participate in Academic UILIn Extemporaneous Persuasive Speaking, Tracy Tomlin won first, Penni Fogerson placed fourth and Carrie Ann Grabbe won fifth.