Redistricting puts most of Caprock Country into new state house districts for 2022 elections

Body Almost all of the counties in Caprock Country will experience a representation shift from the redistricting maps recently approved by Gov. Greg Abbott.

DISTRICT CHAMPS!

Body DISTRICT CHAMPS! With ice still on the ground from a cooler dousing of Coach John Stanaland, the Valley Patriots celebrated last week when they won their first District Championship since 2017. The Patriots have a bye this week, but next week head into the playoffs.

Silverton to host Ogallala Commons Playa Field Day Nov. 16

Body Farmers, ranchers, agency personnel, educators and the interested public are invited to attend a Playa Field Day presented by Ogallala Commons on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Silverton Public Library meeting room in Silverton, Texas.

Paducah Pool Project puts on pie and chili contest

Body The Paducah city pool committee is hoping to “make a splash” with its upcoming fundraiser event on Friday, Dec. 4. The group will hold a chili cookoff and pie contest at the high school cafeteria starting at 4 p.m. (doors will open at 2 p.m. for a silent auction).

150TH WIN FOR MATADORS

Body 150TH WIN FOR MATADORS Motley County head football coach Mike Bigham was honored last week after the Matadors’ 64–0 win over Southland with a special ceremony recognizing his 150 program wins in 16 seasons, including 15 consecutive trips to the playoffs.