Capital Highlights

GARY BORDERS Texas gas prices lowest in nation While gas prices nationwide dropped below $ 4 per gallon average last week, the state boasts the lowest prices in the country at an average of $3.49 — 50 cents ____________ below the national average, according to AAA Texas.

Munday CISD starts new school year

By Don Thompson MUNDAY – At the regular scheduled meeting of the Munday CISD Board of Trustees on Aug. 18, the trustees heard from departments that the new school year is off to a good start.

First three lenders for Heirs’ Property Relending Program

USDA COLLEGE STATION – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that Akiptan, Inc., the Cherokee Nation Economic Development Trust Authority (CNEDTA) and the Shared Capital Cooperative have been approved or conditionally approved as intermediary lenders through the Heirs’ Property...

Lions learn about wind farms

By Don Thompson MUNDAY – Don Dyson, Senior Construction Manager for Akuo Energy USA, gave the Lions Club a presentation about the construction of wind turbine electric generators at the meeting on Aug. 16.

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Knox City Police Department July report

KNOX CITY—The following arrests were made and booked into Knox County Jail. 1. July 2, 2022, Linda Jones, Callahan County Warrant for Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor, Bond 11000. 2. July 4, 2022, Daniel Bidwell, Criminal Trespass Habitation, Bond $2000. 3.

Financial Focus Should you own bonds when interest rates rise?

As you know, the stock market has attracted a lot of attention - and for good reason, as we’ve seen considerable volatility almost from the beginning of the year, i B u t if you own bonds, or bond-based mutual funds, you might also have some concerns.

BDC to raise Mental Health Awareness through Summer 2022

MTC/BDC Bluebonnet Detention Center will focus on mental health and wellness through September as part of our Fit for Life initiative. We aim to help detainees understand and improve their mental health.

City considers accepting credit cards

By Don Thompson MUNDAY – At the regular City Council meeting Aug. 9, the council heard a proposal from the Electronic Payment Advisory Group (EPAG) that would allow the city to accept credit cards for payments on water bills.