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Chris Mendoza sworn in as Knox County Sheriff

Don Thompson

Thursday, December 14, 2023

Body BENJAMIN – Former Police Chief of Munday Chris Mendoza was sworn in as Knox County Sheriff at a special session of Commissioners Court on Dec. 12. County Judge Stan Wojcik administered the oath to Mendoza. “I’m excited to get started,” Mendoza said.

November continued dry and warm trend

News Staff

Thursday, December 14, 2023

Body DON THOMPSON | NEWS-COURIER KNOXCOUNTY–Dustin Wiggans at the James E. “Bud” Smith Plant Materials Center northwest of Knox City, reported this November continued the dry and warm trend compared to last year and overall averages. This November, only 0.

COLA can sweeten retirement and health accounts

News Staff

Thursday, December 7, 2023

Body It’susuallyagoodideatocontributetothetax-advantaged retirement and health care accounts available to you. And here’s some good news: In 2024, you can put even more into these accounts.

UNDERNEATH THE MISTLETOE Mistletoe is a semi-parasitic plant that can be harmful to its host plant. Clusters of mistletoe can grow as large as several feet across if left unchecked. | TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE PHOTO BY MICHAEL MILLER

Mistletoe: Is the Christmas plant friend or foe?

News Staff

Thursday, December 7, 2023

Body Mistletoe may be a welcome holiday sight when hung over a doorway if a loved one is near, but, it can be an unwelcome intruder when found in your trees, said a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service horticulturist.

News from the Pink Ladies

Lou Vail

Thursday, December 7, 2023

Body The Pink Ladies had their monthly business meeting on the third Wednesday, Nov. 15. The minutes were read and approved. The treasurer reported that all bills had been paid.

Knox notes

News Staff

Thursday, December 7, 2023

Body Please notify the News-Courier about your upcoming events. Emailed submissions to vcarter@hicks-co.com are preferred. BAND CHRISTMAS CONCERTS KNOX CITY-The KC-O’Brien CISD presents Christmas Concerts. Grades 5, 6, 7 and the High School Bands will perform Sunday, Dec. 10, 2023.

“Reading is essential for those who seek to rise above the ordinary.”- Jim Robin

Amandaburbank

Thursday, December 7, 2023

Body A simple thing like reading has the power to change any situation either for good or for bad, depending on what you read. A love letter written to another is a wonderful example of how words have to power to change something.

Knox City Christmas Parade a success

Don Thompson

Thursday, December 7, 2023

Body KNOX CITY – The Neighborhood Watch, Knox City Police Department and Knox City merchants hosted a successful Christmas event Parade on Nov. 29.

Local author Marq Carlton Brockett introduced the third book in his trilogy. | DON THOMPSON PHOTO

Marq Carlton Brockett autographed his books at 1983 Coffee Shop

Don Thompson

Thursday, December 7, 2023

Body KNOX CITY – Local author Marq Carlton Brockett was on hand at the 1983 Coffee Shop in Knox City on Nov. 29 to sign his books. He recently completed the third book in the series. The trilogy includes The Wheelwright, The Dream Catcher, and Silver Dollar.

STATE-BOUNDThe Benjamin Mustangs will be playing for the State championship versus OglesbyWednesday, Dec. 13 at 2 p.m. at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington. | COURTESY PHOTO

Benjamin tops Klondike, aims for second straight state six-man crown

Doug Hensley

Thursday, December 7, 2023

Body Head coach Nathan Hayes is the first to point this out about his Benjamin Mustangs football team: The job isn’t finished yet. “Our goal wasn’t just to get to state,” he said. “We need to stay focused and finish the job. We’re only halfway there right now.

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