Eclipse brings out spectators

Eclipse brings out spectators

Don Thompson
KNOX COUNTY – The total eclipse crossed Texas on Apr. 8 and brought out crowds all over the state and other areas of the country to view the eclipse as it continued across the USA.Locally, the partial eclipse first became visible around 12:20 p.m. and peaked about 1:30 p.m. Knox County was outside…
SAVETHEDATE The Jim Bob Art Park & NatureTrails rural sculpture garden and wildlife habitat in the 'breaks' region of Knox County will be hosting its 2nd Annual Earth Day Celebration Saturday, April 20 with artist talks, nature walks, arts, crafts and more. | COURTESY PHOTO

Jim Bob Art Park & Nature Trails to host Earth Day event April 20

Penelope Bisbee
The Jim Bob Art Park & Nature Trails is pleased to announce that we are hosting our second Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 20, 2024, 10am-2pm. The Park is located just north of Benjamin city limits, approximately 1.75 miles north of the intersection of State Hwy 6 and U.S. 82 on the…

What is a Trustee?

Don Thompson
MUNDAY – Superintendent Troy Parton sent this information to further define the work of a Trustee on the school board. This definition of a Trustee is from the firm of Eichelbaum Wardell Hansen Powell & Munoz, P.C. as supplied to the candidates by Supt. Parton: “Generally, a trustee of any kind…
Benjamin, Munday compete at Area One Act Play meet this week

Benjamin, Munday compete at Area One Act Play meet this week

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Benjamin, Munday compete at Area One Act Play meet this week
BENJAMIN JUNIOR Grayson Rigdon has committed to play for Air Force when he graduates next year. | COURTESY GRAPHIC

County owned lots in Truscott may be traded

Don Thompson
BENJAMIN – Jerry Bob Daniels addressed the Commissioners' Court during the regular monthly session on Apr. 8 regarding ownership of two lots in Truscott. A relative of Daniels’ has a small building on a lot that it appeared the county owned. Daniels had conflicting information from a map that was…

Mogulettes, Houndettes softball to meet Friday

Sue Jane Sullivan
Munday and Knox City’s softball teams are set to face off Friday in Knox City. Game time is slated for 5 p.m. with both squads looking for a win after consecutive losses last week.The Mogulettes met Northside in a doubleheader Saturday, losing both contests on the ten-run rule.The opening game was…
KCHS Gavin Evertt makes contact for the base hit. | SHERI BATY PHOTO

SPOTLIGHT ON KCHS V MHS BASEBALL

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SPOTLIGHT ON KCHS V MHS BASEBALL
SPOTLIGHT ON AREA MEET AT BENJAMIN

SPOTLIGHT ON AREA MEET AT BENJAMIN

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SPOTLIGHT ON AREA MEET AT BENJAMIN
PUTTIN’ ON THE RITZ The Ritz Community Theater, now in its 30th year in downtown Snyder, will present “Dearly Departed” on stage from April 19-28. | COURTESY GRAPHIC

REGIONAL NEWS

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GARZAPOST—“33 A.D.,’ a production of Ragtown Gospel Theater, pieces together the stories of four quixotic characters in the Bible, and highlights their roles in the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. Pontius Pilate, who hesitantly approved the execution of Jesus; Barabbas, the murderer Jesus…

Seal coat operations to begin in Childress District

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CHILDRESS – In-house seal coat operations will begin in the Childress District beginning Monday, April 15. Various Farm-to-Market roadways in twelve counties are included in this year’s project.Roadways and limits include: Cottle County – FM 2278 from US 83 to FM 452, FM 452 from the south end of…

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

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In response to Feb. 2, 2024 Letter to the Editor I feel the need to present some real facts regarding covid vaccines. The following information is not my personal opinion but published facts from the government: Adverse events following COVID-19 mRNA vaccines: A…
Eclipse brings out spectators

Eclipse brings out spectators

KNOX COUNTY – The total eclipse crossed Texas on Apr. 8 and brought out crowds all over the state and other areas of the country to view the eclipse as it continued across the USA.

Thursday, April 11, 2024

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SAVETHEDATE The Jim Bob Art Park & NatureTrails rural sculpture garden and wildlife habitat in the 'breaks' region of Knox County will be hosting its 2nd Annual Earth Day Celebration Saturday, April 20 with artist talks, nature walks, arts, crafts and more. | COURTESY PHOTO

Jim Bob Art Park & Nature Trails to host Earth Day event April 20

Penelope Bisbee
Thursday, April 11, 2024
The Jim Bob Art Park & Nature Trails is pleased to announce that we are hosting our second Earth Day Celebration on Saturday, April 20, 2024, 10am-2pm. The Park is located just north of Benjamin city limits, approximately 1.75 miles north of the intersection of State Hwy 6 and U.S. 82 on the west side of Hwy 6.

What is a Trustee?

Don Thompson
Thursday, April 11, 2024
MUNDAY – Superintendent Troy Parton sent this information to further define the work of a Trustee on the school board. This definition of a Trustee is from the firm of Eichelbaum Wardell Hansen Powell & Munoz, P.C. as supplied to the candidates by Supt. Parton: “Generally, a trustee of any kind has the responsibility to take care of something — usually money or other assets — for the benefit of another, the true owner of the assets (the beneficiary). Therefore, all of the trustee’s decisions are driven by what is best for the owner: What will maximize the return to the owner? What will be in the best interest of the owner?
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Obituaries 

REFUGIO NUNEZ

Refugio Nunez, 1949-2024

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
Rufugio Nunez 74, of Munday passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on March 24, 2024. He was born April 12, 1949 to Santos and Eulalia (Perez) Nunez. He and Juana Guerra were married Dec. 1, 1968. He was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Rhineland.
Charles W. Kirschner

Charles W. Kirschner

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
Charles W. Kirschner (Charlie), 79, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Feb. 8, 2024. Funeral services were held at Covenant United Methodist Church in Austin, Saturday, March 2, 2024. Charles was born Dec. 21, 1944, to W.C. and Marjorie Kirschner. He graduated from Munday High School in 1962 and the University of Texas (Austin) in 1966 (computer science). Charles served in the army during the Vietnam War.
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lifestyle 

Pesky, proliferant pollen

Pesky, proliferant pollen

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
Ah-choo! Sneezing, coughing, runny noses, and puffy, watery, itchy eyes. Sounds like a commercial for allergy medicine. What is it about spring in West Texasthatsummonsallthese symptoms?Allergies.Yes,but allergies to what?

KC Hospital District advocates stress reduction

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Thursday, April 11, 2024
KNOX CITY – As April marks Stress Awareness Month, Knox County Hospital District (KCHD) is taking a proactive stance in advocating for stress reduction strategies to promote better health outcomes within the community. Highlighting the significant impact of stress on overall well-being, Chris Scott-FNP at the Munday Clinic underscores the importance of recognizing and addressing stress as a crucial component of preventive healthcare.
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