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FRIENDSHIP QUILTERS

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Body Yeah! We quilters did get Carolyn’s “Friendship” Quilt finished, and it is simply beautiful. She did such a good job putting the blocks together, and it really brought back memories when we saw the names of the gals that are no longer with us.

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Overheard

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Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Body Earlyne Jameson The newspaper ad I had placed read, “Wanted to Buy: Old Comfortable Rocking Chair.” My ad was answered and an address was given. THe door was opened by a small woman with white hair drawn into a tight bun at the nape of her neck.
Texas State Parks welcome participants in First Day Hikes Dec. 31, Jan. 1

Texas State Parks welcome participants in First Day Hikes Dec. 31, Jan. 1

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Texas State Parks welcome participants in First Day Hikes Dec. 31, Jan. 1

Staff Reports
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Body First Day Hikes is a nationwide program to encourage hiking on New Year's Day. Start a new tradition, or continue one, at a Texas State Park near you; events are scheduled for a wide range of times and include trails on foot, on horseback, by bike, or even on the water.
BRISCOE COUNTY JUDGE-ELECT BILLY RANK COGDELL | COURTESY PHOTO

BRISCOE COUNTY JUDGE-ELECT BILLY RANK COGDELL | COURTESY PHOTO

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Briscoe County welcomes new judge

Max Mcnabb
Wednesday, December 21, 2022
Body On Sunday, January 1, Billy Rank Cogdell will be sworn in as Briscoe County judge at the courthouse in Silverton. Born and raised in the county, Cogdell hails from a multigenerational ranching family.
Celebrate the season with Holiday Happenings at Texas State Parks

Celebrate the season with Holiday Happenings at Texas State Parks

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Celebrate the season with Holiday Happenings at Texas State Parks

Staff Reports
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Body Texas State Parks will be commencing its holiday season festivities with special seasonal events across the state. Throughout the month of December, state parks across Texas will host themed guided walks, scavengers hunts and more for all visitors to enjoy.
The 501

The 501

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The 501

Hanaba Munn Welch
Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Body Cheapskates have more fun. So do blondes. One of my blonde college schoolmates rode shotgun with me, Texas to Arkansas and back. Guys kept honking and waving. Her name was Judy. “What’s the deal?” I asked her, regarding all the unexpected attention.
PANETTONE PIZZAZZ This fruity bread takes French toast to a new level, making it feel like a holiday treat, even for a typical breakfast or brunch. | Angelina LaRue photo.

PANETTONE PIZZAZZ This fruity bread takes French toast to a new level, making it feel like a holiday treat, even for a typical breakfast or brunch. | Angelina LaRue photo.

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Panettone French Toast Casserole

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Wednesday, December 14, 2022
Body or received as a gift, a beautiful box containing a fruit-studded loaf of panettone bread during this holiday season. When it’s fresh, this airy holiday bread with jewel-toned fruit is a treat to behold. Once the loaf is a bit stale, it can certainly be dry.