2025 CAPROCK HAPPENINGS

Body Please let us know of any corrections: caprockcourier@gmail.comThanksgiving Breaks for area schools GUTHRIE COMMON SCHOOL DISTRICT Nov. 24-28MOTLEY COUNTY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Nov.26–28PADUCAH INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT Nov. 24–28 (early release Friday, Nov.

Pumpkin pie with pecan crust

Body I remember how much I loved my grandmother’s pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving and Christmas, but what I really loved was the whip cream on top! As a child I just couldn’t wait to finish the wonderful cornbread dressing and turkey so I could get to that whip cream.

Marigolds for Día de Muertos

Body From the gardenMarigolds, known as Aztec marigolds or Mexican marigolds have a major role in Día de Muertos, Day of the Dead, celebrations. The Día de Muertos origin traces to the Aztecs.

Cattle truck burns in Briscoe County

Body The Silverton and Quitaque Volunteer Fire Departments responded to a semi-truck fire on Saturday, Oct. 25, along the highway between the two towns.The call came in for a truck on fire on State Highway 86 east of Silverton.

Briscoe commissioners approve new equipment and vehicle purchases

Body The Briscoe County commissioners court met Monday, Sept. 22, in regular session, during which the commissioners voted to purchase several new pieces of equipment for the precincts and a vehicle for the Sheriff’s Office.

Celebrate Texas State Parks Day with free admission Nov. 2

Body AUSTIN — Have you always wanted to visit a state park but never been? Make plans to visit one of 89 Texas State Parks on Nov. 2! In honor of Texas State Parks Day, a tradition born from 2023’s centennial celebration, everyone can visit a state park for the day for free.

LOOKING BACK

Body October 31, 1963: Dewey Estes born to Jim and Donna EstesOctober 31, 1993—Silverton’s varsity Owls earned a 3-0 district record by defeating the Three Way Eagles 26-20 last Friday night, and now are readying themselves for the two top contenders, Lazbuddie and Amhearst….

Matador Connect

Body I got to visit with my sister-in-law and her husband, Sheri and Wayne Bishop, this week. I don’t get to see them often, but they have moved to Lubbock so that might be remedied. Wayne lived in Matador at one time, and his family has generational roots in the community.