April rainfall continues dry spell

Body By Don Thompson KNOX COUNTY – This April only 0.59 inches of rain was recorded at the James E. “Bud” Smith Plant Materials Center north west of Knox City, according to Manager Brandon Carr. Last year only .

MCISD Summer Food Program

Body Munday CISD is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children 18 years and younger free of charge.

KCHD recognizes importance of community healthcare

Body KNOX CITY – In recognition of the importance of hospitals and skilled nursing facilities in our area, Knox County Hospital District is celebrating National Hospital and National Skilled Nursing Care Weeks (May 7-20).

Knox notes

Body Please notify the News-Courier about your upcoming events. Emailed submissions to vcarter@hicks-co.com are preferred. Alzheimer Caregiver Support Group MUNDAY—Group meets second Thursday of each month 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall at United Methodist Church.

Knox County Aging Center Menus

Body Menus for week of May 8-12 Monday: Chicken and sausage gumbo, fluffy rice, okra, cornbread, Mandarin oranges. Tuesday: Beef and pasta casserole, egg noodles, green beans, garlic bread, cookie. Wednesday: Steak fingers with gravy, mashed potatoes, carrots, biscuit, fresh fruit.

Area news

Body Weinert— One-Day Vacation Bible School, Weinert First Baptist Church. PETS UNLIMITED: Jesus Cares “fur” You! Wednesday, May 31, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Age 4 through finished 5th Grade. Lunch and Snacks Provided. Call 940-203-0208 or 940-- 672-8310 for information.

KC Hospital District honors nurses

Body KNOX CITY – Whether you’re visiting your primary care provider, find yourself in an emergency room, or are admitted to the hospital, more than 3 million nursing professionals in the United States are the heart of healthcare in almost every aspect.

Don’s Views

Body My Uncle Sam sent this to me from Hilton Head, SC back in 2010, so here’s another Oldie but a Goodie that might give you a laugh.

Amanda’s Library Musings

Body Adventure awaits with something new and “magical” every time you visit the library. Our new adventure that awaits does not come in a book, it comes in our new Oculus Virtual Reality (VR) Glasses. You can slip the glasses on and instantly be transformed into a whole new world.

C.H. Underwood book signing May 20

Body KNOX CITY – Author, teacher, coach, artist, C.H. Underwood will be signing his book at the event sponsored by the Knox County Museum for his new book on Saturday,May 20 from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. at 1983 Coffee Food & Gifts in downtown Knox City.