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Full agenda at Commissioner’s Court

Don Thompson
Friday, March 17, 2023
Body KNOX COUNTY – The Commissioner’s Court met in regular monthly session on Mar. 13 and addressed a full agenda. Commissioners reviewed requirements regarding county hospital board members and were reminded that the hospital board is to consist of seven members.
JONELL CORNETT Courtesy photo

JONELL CORNETT Courtesy photo

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Birthday time at Knox County Aging Center

Don Thompson
Friday, March 17, 2023
Body KNOX CITY – Each month, the Aging Center posts the birthday for each client. Then a day of the month is chosen to celebrate those that have birthdays. For years, Leona Burkham has volunteered to make the chocolate birthday cake for all in attendance.

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Knox notes

News Staff
Friday, March 10, 2023
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.
Baseball and softball coaches address Lions Club

Baseball and softball coaches address Lions Club

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Baseball and softball coaches address Lions Club

Don Thompson
Friday, March 10, 2023
Body MUNDAY – On Feb. 28, coaches for the newly formed Mogul baseball and softball teams updated the Lions Club members on plans and projections. Coach Cory Stephenson and Coach Lana Kuehler have taken on the role of coaches for these new programs.
Daylight Savings Time starts this Sunday

Daylight Savings Time starts this Sunday

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Daylight Savings Time starts this Sunday

Don Thompson
Friday, March 10, 2023
Body KNOX COUNTY –Time to spring forward again and turn clocks ahead one hour to begin Daylight Savings Time. The purpose of Daylight Savings Time (DST), the practice of advancing clocks during warmer months, is so darkness falls at a later clock time.
Benjamin adds another accomplishment to the list

Benjamin adds another accomplishment to the list

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Benjamin adds another accomplishment to the list

Kate Brown
Friday, March 10, 2023
Body History has been made yet again in Benjamin.For the first time in school history, the boys’ basketball team will make an appearance at the State Basketball Tournament in San Antonio. This accomplishment adds to what has become a long list for Benjamin ISD this year.

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March is Colorectal Awareness Month

News Staff
Friday, March 10, 2023
Body KNOX CITY – Colon cancer is very serious. In fact, it is the second deadliest cancer in the United States when deaths to men and women are combined. Colon cancer is projected to cause nearly 53,000 deaths in 2023. “You may not even know you have it,” noted Dr.

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February rainfall above average

Don Thompson
Friday, March 10, 2023
Body KNOX COUNTY – This February, Brandon Carr, ManagerattheJamesE.“Bud” Smith Plant Materials Center in northwest Knox County, recorded 1.57 inches of rain which was slightly above the average of 1.22 inches. Last February was similar to this year at 1.46 inches.
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