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ARCHEOLOGY AMATEURS of the Canyonland Archeological Society from Cottle, Motley and Briscoe counties toured Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument Oct. 16. | CAROL CAMPBELL PHOTO

ARCHEOLOGY AMATEURS of the Canyonland Archeological Society from Cottle, Motley and Briscoe counties toured Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument Oct. 16. | CAROL CAMPBELL PHOTO

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Archeology group tours Alibates monument

Carol Campbell
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
On Saturday, October 16, nine members of the Canyonland Archeological Society from Cottle, Motley and Briscoe counties toured the ruins and petroglyphs of Alibates Flint Quarries National Monument, located in the Canadian River Valley close to the Lake Meredith National Recreational Area.
HANABA MUNN WELCH

HANABA MUNN WELCH

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HANABA MUNN WELCH

Commentary
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
Happy accidents happen. When precision rules, they happen less often. I learned early in life about good accidents from the late Elda Parsons, local after-school art teacher of choice back in the day. The phenomenon: The artist concentrates on putting oil on canvas or ink on paper or whatever.

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Roofing accidentally on purpose

News Staff
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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?

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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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.”

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.”

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West Texas cotton crop does well this harvest season

Liz Adams
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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. Both look pretty good,” said Cruz.
Early voting underway in Texas

Early voting underway in Texas

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Early voting underway in Texas

Staff Reports
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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. For hours and locations contact your county clerk.
MUSIC IN MATADOR Matt Austin, Danny Cadra and Charlie Shaftner will provide live music throughout the afternoon at Foothills Saturday in Matador. | COURTESY MONTAGE

MUSIC IN MATADOR Matt Austin, Danny Cadra and Charlie Shaftner will provide live music throughout the afternoon at Foothills Saturday in Matador. | COURTESY MONTAGE

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Foothills Saturday Night is this Saturday night in Matador

Staff Reports
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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.
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 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

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First United Bank celebrates acquisition of Cottle, Childress locations

Barbara Brannon
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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. First United Bank acquired First Bank and Trust August 31.