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HONORING THOSE WHO SERVED

HONORING THOSE WHO SERVED

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HONORING THOSE WHO SERVED

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
Body The Motley County community of Roaring Springs gathered last week on Memorial Day at Frank Mitchell Park to salute those who have served in the military.
UNEARTH A STORY is the summer reading theme for 2026 in libraries across the nation. | COURTESY ART

UNEARTH A STORY is the summer reading theme for 2026 in libraries across the nation. | COURTESY ART

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Local libraries prepare for a summer of adventure and discovery

Deyanara Lane |
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Body As the school year has come to a close, libraries across the region are gearing up to turn the summer months into a grand adventure through their 2026 Summer reading programs.
CCM HISTORICAL HERO Todd Smith of Lubbock, Texas (shown above to the left of Pvt. Greg’s grave with fellow investigator Mike Mitchell) will be speaking at the Comanchero Rendezvous on June 6 at the museum in Quitaque. | COURTESY PHOTO

CCM HISTORICAL HERO Todd Smith of Lubbock, Texas (shown above to the left of Pvt. Greg’s grave with fellow investigator Mike Mitchell) will be speaking at the Comanchero Rendezvous on June 6 at the museum in Quitaque. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Comanchero Rendezvous coming up this Saturday in Quitaque

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Thursday, June 4, 2026
Body Where did the Battle of Blanco Canyon really take place?That question will be the headline topic of this Saturday’s talk during the annual Rendezvous at the Comanchero Canyons Museum in Quitaque June 6.
New life in Quitaque: Bison Cafe reopens its doors

New life in Quitaque: Bison Cafe reopens its doors

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New life in Quitaque: Bison Cafe reopens its doors

Deyanara Lane |
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Body The heart of the Quitaque community is beating a little stronger this week as the Bison Cafe officially reopens its doors, marking a welcome return for local diners.The reopening is being met with genuine warmth and enthusiasm from the establishment’s leadership.
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Thursday, May 28, 2026
Body Week of May 29, 2026 Email news items to Marilyn Hicks at mimhicks@msn.comThanks to Deidre and Larry Clifton for coordinating the Memorial Day program in Roaring Springs and to the volunteers who placed flags on the graves of veterans in the county.
SUMMER USE Paducah workers are striving to have the pool ready to use this summer. | COURTESY PHOTO

SUMMER USE Paducah workers are striving to have the pool ready to use this summer. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Paducah city pool project dives ahead

Deynara Lane |
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Body Momentumisbuilding at the site of the Paducah city pool as phase II of construction pushes the community closer to its highly anticipated summer oasis.
RETIREMENT CELEBRATION

RETIREMENT CELEBRATION

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RETIREMENT CELEBRATION

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Thursday, May 28, 2026
Body RETIREMENT CELEBRATION Silverton ISD superintendent Michelle Francis was honored with a retirement celebration Sunday. Isabel Colunga with SISD wishes her well.
GRADUATION CELEBRATIONS

GRADUATION CELEBRATIONS

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GRADUATION CELEBRATIONS

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Thursday, May 28, 2026
Body All five Caprock Country schools have completed their high school graduations. Motley County High School, shown here was one of four schools that graduated last week; Guthrie schools had their graduation week before last.