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BRISCOE COMMENDATION On August 7, the Briscoe County commissioners court recognized, from left, Wendell Reed, Sheriff Garrett Davis, Randy Pointer, Supervisor Jeff Smith, Cory Pointer and Chief Deputy Chris Spence for actions and response above and beyond their expected duties, in response to a recent highway accident in Silverton. | COURTESY PHOTO

BRISCOE COMMENDATION On August 7, the Briscoe County commissioners court recognized, from left, Wendell Reed, Sheriff Garrett Davis, Randy Pointer, Supervisor Jeff Smith, Cory Pointer and Chief Deputy Chris Spence for actions and response above and beyond their expected duties, in response to a recent highway accident in Silverton. | COURTESY PHOTO

Commendations for TxDOT Briscoe County Crew and County Sheriff Garret Davis

Body LETTER TO THE EDITOR On June 8, 2023, I was in an accident in Silverton Texas (Briscoe County). A local man turned into my car. I was spun around in the middle of the highway that runs through the center of town.

2023 CAPROCK HAPPENINGS

Body MATADOR CITY COUNCIL Thursday, August 10, 6:30 p.m., City Hall, 706 Dundee Ave., Matador, (806) 347-2255 PADUCAH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Thursday, August 10, 6 p.m., Bicentennial City-County Library, 825 Backus St., Paducah PADUCAH CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, August 15, 6 p.m.
TACO TIME A small taco bar can accommodate multiple tastes, with add-ons to these veggie tacos. | ANGELINA LARUE photo

TACO TIME A small taco bar can accommodate multiple tastes, with add-ons to these veggie tacos. | ANGELINA LARUE photo

Spiced Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

Body bytes Sweet potatoes and black beans make a stunning match when paired with a savory, spicy seasoning. This base is good for making burritos, tacos, and grain bowls, to name a few. One of my favorite ways to serve this mixture is as a taco filling.
FRIENDSHIP

FRIENDSHIP

FRIENDSHIP QUILTERS

Body We girls got together for the last time in July, and we enjoyed sewing with the air conditioner going as it was HOT! We are missing the cool rain we had and hope it comes back soon as we are beginning to need it.
MATADOR

MATADOR

MATADOR FARMERS’ MARKET

Body Volunteers in Matador launched a farmers’market on July 22 and had such a good turnout that they held another one this past Saturday, Aug. 5. Those interested in participating in future markets may contact Rachelle at (806) 204-0027. | COURTESY PHOTOS
MOTLEY JH CHEER

MOTLEY JH CHEER

MOTLEY JH CHEER

Body The Motley County Junior High Maverick cheerleaders are back from Universal Cheerleaders Association camp. They were selected for the UCA All-American Team. | COURTESY PHOTO
BOOT RACE WINNERS Last weekend was the 131st Annual Silverton Celebration Rodeo and Reunion. Shown are the Boot Race Winners. | COURTESY PHOTO

BOOT RACE WINNERS Last weekend was the 131st Annual Silverton Celebration Rodeo and Reunion. Shown are the Boot Race Winners. | COURTESY PHOTO

BOOT RACE WINNERS

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MUTTON BUSTIN’ WINNERS Last weekend was the 131st Annual Silverton Celebration RodeoandReunion.Shownare the Mutton Bustin’ Winners. | COURTESY PHOTO

MUTTON BUSTIN’ WINNERS Last weekend was the 131st Annual Silverton Celebration RodeoandReunion.Shownare the Mutton Bustin’ Winners. | COURTESY PHOTO

MUTTON BUSTIN’ WINNERS

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CALF SCRAMBLE WINNERS Last weekend was the 131st Annual Silverton Celebration Rodeo and Reunion. Shown are the Calf Scramble Winners. | COURTESY PHOTO

CALF SCRAMBLE WINNERS Last weekend was the 131st Annual Silverton Celebration Rodeo and Reunion. Shown are the Calf Scramble Winners. | COURTESY PHOTO

CALF SCRAMBLE WINNERS

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DONKEY RIDING WINNERS Last weekend was the 131st Annual Silverton Celebration RodeoandReunion.Shownare the Donkey Riding Winners. | COURTESY PHOTO

DONKEY RIDING WINNERS Last weekend was the 131st Annual Silverton Celebration RodeoandReunion.Shownare the Donkey Riding Winners. | COURTESY PHOTO

DONKEY RIDING WINNERS

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