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CANNED IN JARS OR FROZEN, this jam recipe keeps the summer flavor going into autumn and beyond. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

CANNED IN JARS OR FROZEN, this jam recipe keeps the summer flavor going into autumn and beyond. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

Easy-peasy: fresh strawberry jam

Angelina L
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Body The fresh fruits at the farm stands are full of juicy flavor right now. And jams made with fresh fruit—or even frozen—are a delight to make. They are not timeconsuming, and you will totally impress yourself and those who are lucky enough to partake in this special treat.
Mid-summer rose care

Mid-summer rose care

Mid-summer rose care

Ellen Peffley
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Body From the gardenRoses are faithful rebloomers— even in our hot summers. Average July temperatures for West Texas are in the mid-90s and, while roses are heat tolerant, they can still suffer damage without proper maintenance.

LOOKING BACK

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Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Body July 10, 1983: Singing school, golf scramble, and other summer delights July 10, 1983—Basketball camp set to begin here July 26….Rock Creek Church of Christ to have Singing School….TAAS test to be given soon….Kay Lynn Edwards will be in Miss Texas pageant….
A GRASS FIRE outside of Silverton Sunday afternoon was quickly contained. | COURTESU PHOTO

A GRASS FIRE outside of Silverton Sunday afternoon was quickly contained. | COURTESU PHOTO

Silverton VFD quick response east of town

Kodie Fairchild |
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Body The Silverton Volunteer Fire Department received a 9-1-1 call at 1:15 p.m. Sunday afternoon, July 6, to respond to a grassfire.The fire was located on Farm to Market Road 3365 east of Silverton.
REPLENISHING RAINS Lake Mackenzie is located in Briscoe County, 12 miles northwest of Silverton and 27 miles east of Tulia. Operated by Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority, the lake was created to furnish water to member cities of Floydada, Lockney, Silverton and Tulia. Recent rains have helped replenish lake levels. | COURTESY PHOTO

REPLENISHING RAINS Lake Mackenzie is located in Briscoe County, 12 miles northwest of Silverton and 27 miles east of Tulia. Operated by Mackenzie Municipal Water Authority, the lake was created to furnish water to member cities of Floydada, Lockney, Silverton and Tulia. Recent rains have helped replenish lake levels. | COURTESY PHOTO

Lake Mackenzie sees 10-foot rise

Liz Adams |
Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Body Lake Mackenzie, a vital water source for Floyd and Briscoe Counties, has reached depths of 74 feet after quite a bit of rain has continued to fall in the area. Last year at this time, the lake was at 64.70 feet, indicating a rise of over 10 feet.
LONESTARDEGREESFROMMOTLEYCOUNTY Elizabeth Morales, Harlee Hill, Karmelo Guzman, Colter Fisk and Caden Bigham received their Lone Star Degrees while attending the 97th Annual State FFA Convention in Fort Worth last week. The Texas FFA Lone Star Degree is the highest degree achievable at the state level within the Texas FFA Association. | COURTESY PHOTO

LONESTARDEGREESFROMMOTLEYCOUNTY Elizabeth Morales, Harlee Hill, Karmelo Guzman, Colter Fisk and Caden Bigham received their Lone Star Degrees while attending the 97th Annual State FFA Convention in Fort Worth last week. The Texas FFA Lone Star Degree is the highest degree achievable at the state level within the Texas FFA Association. | COURTESY PHOTO

LONESTARDEGREESFROMMOTLEYCOUNTY

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Tuesday, July 8, 2025
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Motley County FFA attended the 97th Texas State FFA Convention last week held at the FortWorth Convention Center. The convention was an opportunity for FFA members to be recognized, network and gain inspiration. | COURTESY PHOTOS

Motley County FFA attended the 97th Texas State FFA Convention last week held at the FortWorth Convention Center. The convention was an opportunity for FFA members to be recognized, network and gain inspiration. | COURTESY PHOTOS

MOTLEY AT STATE

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Tuesday, July 8, 2025
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Last week was the 2025 Flomot Homecoming. President Clint Ware crowned the new Queen, Jackie Pigg Sperry. The attendee that traveled the farthest was Nola Starkey Long fromWinniewood, OK.The oldest was EG Reed, 96 years young. Joe Ike Clay was recognized as “the Rattlesnake man.' | COURTESY PHOTOS

Last week was the 2025 Flomot Homecoming. President Clint Ware crowned the new Queen, Jackie Pigg Sperry. The attendee that traveled the farthest was Nola Starkey Long fromWinniewood, OK.The oldest was EG Reed, 96 years young. Joe Ike Clay was recognized as “the Rattlesnake man.' | COURTESY PHOTOS

FLOMOT HOMECOMING

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Tuesday, July 8, 2025
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Motley County Senior Citizens Center Menu

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Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Body The Motley County Senior Citizens is open to serve meals inside or for carry out from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. every weekday. Seating inside the center has been arranged to meet safety guidelines for dining 6 feet apart.
Logan House, Hazel Lloyd, DesireeReyes,CarsonTucker,andJohnPiggreceivedtheirLonestar Degrees while attending the 97th Annual State FFA Convention. | COURTESY PHOTO

Logan House, Hazel Lloyd, DesireeReyes,CarsonTucker,andJohnPiggreceivedtheirLonestar Degrees while attending the 97th Annual State FFA Convention. | COURTESY PHOTO

VALLEY LONE STAR DEGREE HONORS

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Tuesday, July 8, 2025
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