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Rain sparks insect pressure in crops

Body BLAIR FANNIN | TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE Rainfall has benefitted many crops statewide, but the moisture also serves as a catalyst for insects and pests, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.

Miller Creek Reservoir closing June 15 – 22

Body KNOX COUNTY – Miller Creek Reservoir will close to all traffic the week of June 15-22 for maintenance on the dam and spillway, according to David Kuehler, General ManageroftheNorthCentral Texas Municipal Water Authority.
KCHS CHEER CAMP

KCHS CHEER CAMP

KCHS CHEER CAMP

Body CHEER CAMP The 2025-2026 KCHS Cheerleaders are: Eren Howeth, Jaden Baxter, Ximena Samano, K'lee Grimsley, and Kamryn Pepper. The two day camp was a test of endurance and strength but took their stunts to new heights
Knox Prairie Ranch Rodeo

Knox Prairie Ranch Rodeo

Knox Prairie Ranch Rodeo

Body RANCH RODEO The Knox Prairie Ranch Rodeo was held Saturday, May 31, at the rodeo grounds in Munday, at the new arena beside the Munday Event Center, after adverse weather forced rescheduling earlier in the month.
LIZ ADAMS | NEWS-COURIER

LIZ ADAMS | NEWS-COURIER

In the Swim

Body The Knox City Pool at 203 SE 3rd St., opened May 27. It is scheduled to be open every Tuesday through Saturday 1-5 p.m. and every Sunday 2-6 p.m. until August.Lifeguards received training earlier in the month to prepare for a safe summer.
Knox Prairie Ranch Rodeo scheduled for this Saturday

Knox Prairie Ranch Rodeo scheduled for this Saturday

Knox Prairie Ranch Rodeo scheduled for this Saturday

Body The Knox Prairie Ranch Rodeo will be held this Saturday, May 31, at the rodeo grounds in Munday. The rodeo had been originally scheduled for April 26, had been postponed due to unusually wet conditions from rain and storms in the area.
BEXA EXAM COMESTO KNOX Last week 35 Knox County women participated in a free screening using a new device, Bexa, with the help of Shari Darnall, sonographer (right) and Bonnie Brzozowski, who brought their equipment and skills on the road for sessions held at the First Baptist Church of Knox City. | SHERI BATY PHOTO

BEXA EXAM COMESTO KNOX Last week 35 Knox County women participated in a free screening using a new device, Bexa, with the help of Shari Darnall, sonographer (right) and Bonnie Brzozowski, who brought their equipment and skills on the road for sessions held at the First Baptist Church of Knox City. | SHERI BATY PHOTO

Knox County women take advantage of Bexa exams

Body A quiet revolution is underway in breast cancer early detection, and the Laura W.