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Knox City Christmas Parade a success

Knox City Christmas Parade a success

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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

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

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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

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

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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.
Ruth Ebangit, M.D., M.P.H. Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician

Ruth Ebangit, M.D., M.P.H. Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician

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Knox City Clinic Welcomes Dr. Ruth Ebangit to the Region

News Staff
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Body KNOXCITY–KnoxCounty Hospital District (KCHD) is pleased to announce the newest member of the local medical team, Dr. Ruth Ebangit. As a distinguished board-certified family practice physician, Dr.
The 501

The 501

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The 501

Hanaba Munn Welch
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Body Cattle call It’s one thing to wait till the cows come home. Or you can call ‘em. Lately, I’ve been doing some calling. Except right now, I’m just waiting. Never call the cows till you’ve had your morning coffee.

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Knox notes

News Staff
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Body Please notify the News-Courier about your upcoming events. Emailed submissions to vcarter@hicks-co.com are preferred. BREAKFAST WITH SANTA SATURDAY KNOX CITY-Knox City Elementary PTO welcomes everyone to come have breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 2 from 8-10 a.m.
MUSTANGS UNDEFEATED HEADED INTO SEMIFINAL

MUSTANGS UNDEFEATED HEADED INTO SEMIFINAL

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MUSTANGS UNDEFEATED HEADED INTO SEMIFINAL

News Staff
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Body 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.

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Reminder – 3rd Annual Get Your Lights On! Contest

Don Thompson
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Body MUNDAY – Thanksgiving isfinished,sogetyourChristmas lights and decorations up to celebrate the season andbeenteredintheGetYour LightsOnContest!sponsored by the Munday Lions Club. First place will receive $100,secondprizeis$50,and third wins $25.

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Knox City hosting Community Lunch Dec. 2

Don Thompson
Thursday, November 30, 2023
Body KNOX CITY – Knox City will host the 3rd Annual Community Lunch tomorrow, Saturday Dec. 2, from 11 a.m.to1p.m.attheKnoxCity Community Center. “The lunch is free to all andwillincludeturkey,ham and all the goodies that go with it,” said Police Chief Richard Candelaria.
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