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Busy agenda at Commissioner’s Court

Body BENJAMIN – The county commissioners met in regular session on Dec. 11 and addressed a busy agenda. The commissioners accepted the resignation of Sheriff Bridger Bush effective at end of the day Dec. 11 and Judge Stan Wojcik thanked Sheriff Bush for his service.

School holidays for Christmas Break

Body DON THOMPSON | NEWS-COURIER KNOX COUNTY – Students at area schools are counting down the days to the Christmas holiday break. According to the website calendars for each school district, the holiday schedules are: Munday CISD – Early release at 12 noon on Dec.
Benjamin 45s Oglesby

Benjamin 45s Oglesby

Benjamin 45s Oglesby

Body The2023Statechampionship game was not a typical Benjaminfootballmatchup. From the coin toss on, they spent much of the first half battling adversity, including three plays in a row under review in the first half that didn’t go their way.
Chris Mendoza sworn in as Knox County Sheriff

Chris Mendoza sworn in as Knox County Sheriff

Chris Mendoza sworn in as Knox County Sheriff

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

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

COLA can sweeten retirement and health accounts

COLA can sweeten retirement and health accounts

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

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?

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

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

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.