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Today, by accident, I created a new look. My husband was dismayed. That’s what he gets for taking a nap.
How did it happen?
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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Tuesday, October 19, 2021
HIGH COTTON “Cotton prices are high due to short supply and heavy demand. A third of China’s economy is textiles, and the demand for West Texas cotton is at historic levels,” said Memphis, Texas buyer Kevin Huddleston. “This will be good for area producers.”
West Texas cotton crop does well this harvest season
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Although some planted late in 2021, many area cotton growers are expecting a good harvest this year.
Red Ball Gin owner Keane Cruz also planned to begin ginning in Roaring Springs just last week.
“We did have some that planted late and some planted early.
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
Early voting underway in Texas
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Texas voters are weighing in on potential changes to the state’s Constitution regarding religious services, eligibility requirements for judges, county infrastructure and more.
Early voting began Monday and will run through Oct. 29.
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
MUSIC IN MATADOR Matt Austin, Danny Cadra and Charlie Shaftner will provide live music throughout the afternoon at Foothills Saturday in Matador. | COURTESY MONTAGE
Foothills Saturday Night is this Saturday night in Matador
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The tradition of Foothills Saturday Night will return to Matador this Saturday night, October 23, thanks to volunteers and sponsors.
The City of Matador and the Motley County Historical Committee have worked hard to put together a community event that can be enjoyed by all ages.
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
FIRST UNITED BANK IN COTTLE Assistant vice president and Cottle branch manager Mary Garcia welcomes customers old and new to the Paducah branch at 704 10th Street, formerly First Bank and Trust of Childress. The bank formally celebrated its acquisition in Childress Oct. 15. | CAPROCK COURIER
First United Bank celebrates acquisition of Cottle, Childress locations
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CHILDRESS—Plainviewbased First United Bank hosted a ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony Friday, October 15, 2021, at its downtown location on North Main Street in Childress, formerly First Bank and Trust of Childress.
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
Rep. King to visit Caprock counties Oct. 25
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On Monday, October 25, Texas State Rep. Ken King will be touring a segment of House District 88 to discuss the 87th regular legislative session as well as the special sessions that followed.
King will be at the following locations:
Swisher County Courthouse, 11 a.m.
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
FRIENDSHIP QUILTERS
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The quilters have a very, very pretty quilt to work on this time as Wanda Strange worked on a colonial girl on each block, where every one looks different. It will be fun to work on.
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
First United Bank celebrates opening in Cottle, Childress counties
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The board of directors of Plains Bancorp, Inc., parent company of First United Bank, have announced that in celebration of the firm’s acquisition of First Bank and Trust of Childress, First United Bank will host a ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony at 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
STILL UNDEFEATED
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Demitric Sims is wrapped up by a pack of Guthrie Jaguars, but Motley County prevailed and dominated the game, winning 84-12. Motley and Valley were the only two Caprock Country teams to win last week. For more details see inside. | COURTESY PHOTO
Wednesday, October 13, 2021