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NOURISHING LIVES, BUILDING TOMORROW

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NOURISHING LIVES, BUILDING TOMORROW

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Thursday, May 14, 2026

The Wichita Falls Area Food Bank has launched a fundraising campaign to support the construction of the James N. McCoy Foundation Distribution and Education Center, combining food distribution with education.This new distribution and education center, which serves Archer, Baylor, Clay, Foard,...

The 501

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The 501

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026

HANABA MUNN WELCHSelf-drivers and mattressesCars and mattresses. They’ve got a lot in common. It’s where most of us spend much of our time.If you think cars have changed significantly through your lifetime (even if you’re just a teenager—unlikely), it’s true.

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Celebrating the People Behind Local Care

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Knox County Hospital District will join hospitals and long-term care centers across the country in celebrating National Hospital Week and National Nursing Center Week, May 10–16, 2026.

Grilled cheese three ways

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Grilled cheese three ways

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026

ANGELINA L aRUEThe humble grilled cheese sandwich has made its way to the limelight in recent years with gobs of gooey gourmet offerings from street corner diners to fine dining establishments.

NEW MUSEUM FOR OLD VEHICLES Sam Baker cut the ribbon at the grand opening of the new location of Fort Sam Military and Antique Vehicle Museum of Haskell County, surrounded by the museum’s board of directors, spouses, family members, staff, Haskell Chamber of Commerce members, volunteers and members of the VFW Post 9179 of Stamford. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Haskell County’s Fort Sam Museum hosts grand opening March 18

Jill Baker |

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Fort Sam Military and Antique Vehicle Museum of Haskell County opened March 18 in the new location on U.S. Hwy 277 North, with a grand opening celebration and a Chamber of Commerce ribbon cuFng.“We had an excellent turnout.

That’s Not My Job’

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‘That’s Not My Job’

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026

THOUGHT FORTHEW EEK with Pastor Kim NorwoodAlbert Schweitzer was a man of many talents. He was a theologian, philosopher, an accomplished musician, a writer and a physician. But his brilliance also shone brightly in the simplicity of his thoughts.

Class of 2026 Graduation Keepsake

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Class of 2026 Graduation Keepsake

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Commemorative sections will include: • Photos and profiles of each Class of ’26 graduate, with honors and interests• Honors for Valedictorians and Salutatorians• Congratulatory messages from advertisers and community Senior questionnaires have been sent to your school administrators and counselors.

Academic all-district players

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Academic all-district players named for Knox City, Munday

Sue Jane Sullivan |

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

The UIL District 9 softball Academic All-District announced its student athletes who achieved in the classroom during the spring semester.Knox City coach Ricky Villanueva’s players on the elite list are Lexi Abila, Bailey Espinosa, Savannah Friddle, K’Lee Grimsley, Aubrey Lerma, Gabi Martinez,...

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ELECTION RESULTS MAY 2, 2026

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026

City of BenjaminIN UNOFFICIAL RESULTS FROM THE CITY OF City of Benjamin, Kelsey Makayla Tatum has defeated Janet Reed 19 votes to 15 for mayor. For city council, Traci Olson has won reelection unopposed with 26 votes, and Vicki Spence has won reelection unopposed with 22 votes.

STATE BOUND Knox City’s Audri Perez qualified for the state track meet, finishing in 3rd place in the Region 2A track meet and winning the wild card. She will be competing in Austin May 14-16. | COURTESY PHOTO

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STATE BOUND

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Wednesday, May 6, 2026

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