Mustangs stop Jayton, roll into state semifinals Benjamin overcame another determined challenger last Friday as the Mustangs moved into the Class 1A six-man Division II state semifinals. “I think it helped that we had a tough game against Newcastle the week before,” Mustangs head coach Nathan Hayes said, referring to the team’s 11284 playoff win Nov.

MUNDAY – The Moving MundayForwardcommittee presented the Christmas on the Square celebration on Nov. 25 with many events.

Melinda Vestal with Hospice of Wichita Falls traveled to Munday Nov. 28 to present the News-Courier with a Certificate of Appreciation for support with no-charge advertising and public relations to benefit the community. Vestal said Hospice was able to raise more than $600,000 thanks to support and partnership with the citizens and businesses in the area, including the News-Courier.

MUNDAY–Youcanmake a child’s wishes come true this Christmas by choosing anAngelfromtheAngelTree. The annual program by the Munday Chapter of the Knox County Child Welfare Board asks us to take a numbered card from the Angel Tree located at First Bank Texas or the Wild Bloom in Munday.TheBoardasksthat you purchase one complete outfit - underwear, socks, shoes - and donate at least one wish item.

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WASHINGTON–America’s biggest food holiday is almost here, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to remind consumers to avoid habits that increase the risk of harmful bacteria in their Thanksgiving meal.

It is true that librarians are an important asset to a library, but we as librarians feel our patrons are the most important asset to a library. Without their love of reading, curiosity, and support we would have no need for a library.

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