Knox notes

Body Please notify the News-Courier about your upcoming events. Emailed submissions to knox@wtx.news are preferred.VET CLINIC IN BENJAMIN SETBENJAMIN-The City of Benjamin will be holding a Vet Clinic Saturday, May 11. The clinic will be held at City Hall 303 S. Hinton, starting at 8 a.

“Don’t give up reading, the more you practice, the easier it will get.” – unknown

Body Reading is a skill like all the others that needs to be practiced. You learn to read in grade school, slowly moving on to bigger more complex books, reading books that are assigned to you or textbooks that help your mind develop. Reading is a skill we will use forever.

TxDOT urges drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists to follow state laws and save lives

Body CHILDRESS – Katie Parker still gets nervous just crossing the street.Eight years ago, a careless driver plowed into her and her dog, Riley, while they were out for a jog. Parker was hit with such force that she was thrown more than 60 feet.

Distracted driving is deadly driving

Body CHILDRESS – You know that feeling of being bored behind the wheel? So bored that you just can’t help but check your phone? Yeah, that feeling. Instant gratification is only inches away, right up to the moment your car is airborne at 70 mph.

A prophet of smoked meat

Body As the creator and producer of “The Sound of Texas,” one of the longest running syndicated radio programs in Texas, Tumbleweed seeks fascinating people who embody the spirit of the Lone Star State and brings them into the homes and hearts of thousands.

Shooting of a child in Knox City being investigated

Body  At the request of the Knox City Police Department and the Knox County Sheriff’s Office, the Texas Rangers are assisting in the investigation into the death of a child in Knox City, Texas.

Meet Jayla Sanchez, candidate for Munday City Council

Body MUNDAY-JaylaSanchez is running for one of the three seats open for the 2-year term on the Munday City Council.A lifelong resident, Jayla and husband Junior Sanchez are raising their three children, Parks (9), Leegan (7) and Sutton (3), here in Munday.

Meet Pate Stewart, candidate for Munday school board

Body MUNDAY - My name is Pate Stewart and I am seeking re-election to the Munday CISD school board for a third term. Serving as your representative has been a privilege, and I am committed to continuing the important work we’ve started together.I am a 2008 Munday graduate.

Smoke and fire on March 31 in office being remodeled

Body MUNDAY – Around 8 a.m. on Easter Sunday Mar. 31, the VFD responded to a call of smoke from an office that was being remodeled located on Munday Avenue across the street from the fire station.

“Chik-fill-a” opening this fall in Munday?

Body MUNDAY - Residents were surprised on April 1 when a sign appeared overnight at the corner of 3rd Ave and Main Street in Munday advertising a new “Chikfill- a” would be opening on November 31, 2024.