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The focus book of the week is “Chicken Little” by Steven Kellogg. | GOODREADS PHOTO

“If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairy tales.” - Albert Einstein

Thursday, January 4, 2024

Body The magic of fairy tales instills in us as children a world full of magic and possibilities. We can dream, learn, and be entertained all at the same time. Lessons in grit to keep moving forward to a happy ending.

Knox notes

News Staff

Thursday, January 4, 2024

Body Please notify the News-Courier about your upcoming events. Emailed submissions to vcarter@hicks-co.com are preferred. KC NEIGHBORHOODWATCH MEETING KNOX CITY-The Knox City Neighborhood Watch Meeting will be Monday, Jan. 8, 2024, at 6 p.m.

BDC gives back to community this Holiday Season

News Staff

Thursday, January 4, 2024

Body ANSON-This holiday season, Bluebonnet Detention Center (BDC) in Anson took the initiative to spread warmth and gratitude by giving back to the local community in multiple impactful ways.

2023 – The Year in Review

Don Thompson

Thursday, January 4, 2024

Body KNOX COUNTY - While the Hamas attack on Israel and the continuing war in Ukraine were the leading international stories, nationally the economy, inflation, the Chinese spy balloon, the Maui wildfires, mass shootings, the Kansas City Chiefs winning Super Bowl LVII in a close game...

Junior Livestock Show slated for Jan. 19 and 20

Donthompson

Thursday, January 4, 2024

Body MUNDAY – Mark your calendarstoattendtheJunior Livestock Show and Project Fair events scheduled for Jan. 19 and 20 at the Munday Events Center (MEC). The Project Fair scheduled for Jan. 19 includes categories for Food, Photography, Textiles, Machine and Handwork.

Knox City Volleyball girls honored

News Staff

Thursday, January 4, 2024

Body Congratulations to our Houndette Volleyball Players who were named to the 2023 All-Big Country Preps Volleyball Teams that include players from all Abilene area teams, 1A-6A!

SEVERAL CANDIDATES appeared at the Courthouse in Benjamin to draw for their order on the ballot in the March Republican Primary. Present were County Clerk Lisa Cypert; County Judge Stan Wojcik; Candidate for Commissioner, Pct 1, Robert Estrada; Candidate for Sheriff, Chris Mendoza; and Candidate for Commissioner, Pct 1, Louis Baty. The Primary is March 5, 2024. A“Meet the Candidates” will be held February 10 at 10 a.m. in the Bill Baker Auditorium in Knox City. | COURTESY PHOTO

Measuring water levels in January and February

Don Thompson

Thursday, January 4, 2024

Body KNOX COUNTY – Director Lynn Smith at Rolling Plains Groundwater Conservation District (RPGCD) announced the staff will be out measuring water levels in January and February. The process normally takes two or three weeks depending on the weather and road conditions.

Knox County Aging Center Menus

News Staff

Thursday, December 21, 2023

Body Menus for week of Dec. 25-29 Monday: MERRY CHRISTMAS Tuesday: MERRY CHRISTMAS Wednesday: Beef ravioli with marinara, peas and carrots, salad, garlic bread, cake. Thursday: Chili stew, Spanish rice, roasted corn, chips, dessert.

Knox notes

News Staff

Thursday, December 21, 2023

Body Please notify the News-Courier about your upcoming events. Emailed submissions to vcarter@hicks-co.com are preferred. CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICES SUNDAY, DEC. 24, 2023 Benjamin Methodist Church 5 p.m. Knox City Methodist Church 6 p.m.

Setting your poinsettias up for success

News Staff

Thursday, December 21, 2023

Body Poinsettias and their classic red and white holiday color will soon be abundant in homes, grocery stores and nurseries. If you want your poinsettia plants to last throughout the holiday season, herearesomepointersto help keep your plants happy.

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