Texas Water Development Board approves financial assistance for Silverton water system improvements

Body CADEN KEENAN | MYHIGHPLAINS.COM The Texas Water Development Board announced last Thursday that it approved more than $14.9 million in financial assistance for the City of Silverton for the planning, design and construction of a water system improvement project.

2024 CAPROCK HAPPENINGS

Body Please let us know of any corrections: caprockcourier@gmail.comTexas public schools conduct standardized testing throughout the month of April. Local school districts are allowed to set schedules for testing dates/times.

Need for new fire station a hot topic in Roaring Springs

Body The top priority on the agenda for a Motley County nonprofit corporation last week was ways to support the Roaring Springs Volunteer Fire Department in their quest of a new fire station to properly house equipment and fire trucks.

FRIENDSHIP QUILTERS

Body I missed being here last week as I did not feel well and my daughter, Donna, came and took me back with her to Lubbock. She took me to see the doctor that will test me later when he has more time. I am to follow orders and instructions and go back later.

Recent trip

Body Clois and Kathy Shorter went on a trip to Richmond, Virginia, on Thursday, March 29. They were accompanied by Louis and Beverly Shorter of Peoria, Texas, and Judy Cox of Spring, Texas.

SCOTLAND TO SASKATCHEWAN

Body  At last Saturday’s conference of the West Texas Historical Association—which also celebrated the 100th anniversary of the history group’s founding—guests representing the Canadian segment of the Matador Ranch’s legacy were in attendance. Presentations moderated by Dr.

Matador VFD awarded$20,000 grant

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

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.