Seymour Medical Supply celebrates 20 years of service

Knox County Hospital District KNOX CITY – In an impressive milestone, Knox County Hospital District (KCHD) is celebrating the 20th anniversary of Seymour Medical Supply Inc., the hospital district's local supplier of durable medical equipment and supplies.

Area News

STAMFORD—The Rolling Plains Chapter of the Texas Tech Alumni Association will host the Rolling Plains TTAA Centennial Reunion for alumni, supporters, and anyone who loves Texas Tech on Wednesday, June 28, at the Penick Hughes Building, located at 102 E. Hamilton St., on the square in Stamford.

Knox notes

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Texas House Bill 8 becomes law, paves way for innovative community college funding

Austin — Governor Greg Abbott signed House Bill 8 (HB 8) into law today, codifying an innovative new model to fund community colleges in Texas. The new model moves to an outcomes-based approach and rewards colleges for awarding degrees, certificates, and other “credentials of value .”

Capital Highlights

Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes bills; feud with Patrick grows Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick claimed last week that Gov. Greg Abbott is sabotaging the Senate’s work because of their ongoing feud over which approach to property tax reform is best, The Dallas Morning News reported.

Amanda’s Library Musings

Libraries hold more information than we could ever imagine, but there’s also a lot of interesting information ABOUT libraries that I want to share with you. For instance, our library location here in Munday was originally the Munday Health Clinic.

Financial Focus

If you have a family member with special needs, you might face emotional and physical issues, but you also may be concerned about maximizing the financial support your loved one requires. Consequently, you may want to consider establishing a special needs tr ust.

Favorite things about Hong Kong - Part III

In Favorite Things about Hong Kong Part I, I wrote about some of the great attributes of the city – the view, the food, shopping, traveling, world class hotels, and other favorite things.

Independence Day celebrations

KNOX COUNTY – Don’t miss the events Knox City and Munday have planned to celebrate this Independence Day. Knox City kicks off celebrations on July 3rd at Greyhound Stadium with a car show, live music, food, and fireworks. Registration for the car show begins at 10 a.m., $20 entry fee per vehicle.

Commissioner’s Court hears monthly reports

BENJAMIN – County Judge Stan Wojcik called the regular scheduled meeting of the Commissioner’s Court to order on June 19 and the commissioner’s addressed a short list of topics. Sheriff Bridger Bush introduced Braden Garza, the new Deputy joining the Sheriff ’s department.