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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
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.The Matador Volunteer Fire Department was awarded $20,000 to use for...
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
Beginning next week amusement abounds from corner to corner of Caprock Country, including rodeos, parades, music, dancing, food and more.

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Matador residents consider PETA name change request a bunch of bull

Barbara Brannon
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
“That is just crazy!Been the name since it began.”“That can’t be real, can it?”“They’re a day off on the date of their letter.”When Mayor Pat Smith of Matador shared on social media last week the letter he’d received from PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals), responses were...
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
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 opportunities for...
GUTHRIE ADVANCES

GUTHRIE ADVANCES

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GUTHRIE ADVANCES

News Staff
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Guthrie High School has advanced to the Area One Act Play competition Saturday, April 13, in Post, with the show“The Beggar’s Opera.”Cast members are (front row, from left) ZaneMoore,GageWorthington,EmmaHardin,HallieEverson,Jolie Everson and Shaylee Jouett; (second row) Kaleb Green, CJWinslow,...

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2024 CAPROCK PUBLIC AND CIVIC MEETINGS

News Staff
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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., Silverton, (806)...
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
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.
Euphemistically speaking . . .

Euphemistically speaking . . .

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Euphemistically speaking . . .

Commentary
Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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
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.