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New SNAP purchase restrictions in effect as of April 1

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Wednesday, April 1, 2026
AUSTIN— The Texas Health and Human Services Commission reminds Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients and vendors that candy or sweetened drinks can no longer be purchased with Lone Star Cards in Texas, effective April 1, 2026.“Texas will ensure the health and well-being of...
Baker tapped to head up TxDOT Childress district

Baker tapped to head up TxDOT Childress district

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Baker tapped to head up TxDOT Childress district

Jordan Baker, P.e.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
CHILDRESS— Jordan Baker, P.E., has been named Childress Area Engineer for the Childress District of the Texas Department of Transportation and will assume his new role beginning April 1.Raised in Seminole, Baker left oilfield country after high school to attend West Texas A&M University in Canyon,...
LEATHERS HANDS OVER REINS of 6666 Ranch operations to Dr. Nathan Canady, announced as new president of operations / Horse Division, and Dusty Burson, general manager of the Cattle Division, according to press releases from the ranch. | COURTESY PHOTO

LEATHERS HANDS OVER REINS of 6666 Ranch operations to Dr. Nathan Canady, announced as new president of operations / Horse Division, and Dusty Burson, general manager of the Cattle Division, according to press releases from the ranch. | COURTESY PHOTO

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6666’s Leathers moves to board; Canady takes reins of Horse Division, Burson to head up Cattle Division

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Wednesday, April 1, 2026
GUTHRIE—The Four Sixes Ranch announced March 19 that Joe Leathers, president of operations, would be transitioning to the 6666 board of directors and retire from the day-to-day operations of the ranch, marking a significant moment in the ranch’s history while ensuring continued leadership and...

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Munday wins over Knox City, falls to Northside

Sue Jane Sullivan | News-
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
“As with everyone in our district we had a busy week this past week … I thought our girls came out and played well against Knox City with everything going on.” —Mogulettes coach Brandon Langston Two and a half years ago, Munday won its first softball game in program history.The next year, ground...
BDC in Anson hosts community relations event

BDC in Anson hosts community relations event

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BDC in Anson hosts community relations event

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Wednesday, April 1, 2026
The Bluebonnet Detention Center (BDC), located in Anson, hosted a community relations luncheon at the Jones County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) on March 25, 2026.
DIRT WORK FOR SOLAR ENERGY Earth movers are preparing the site of the ZSS Solar project, with the greatest area of activity to the west and northwest of the Tesla station just west of FM 276 between Rhineland and Munday, near Johnson Memorial Cemetery.

DIRT WORK FOR SOLAR ENERGY Earth movers are preparing the site of the ZSS Solar project, with the greatest area of activity to the west and northwest of the Tesla station just west of FM 276 between Rhineland and Munday, near Johnson Memorial Cemetery.

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ZSS Solar construction begins in Knox County

Story And Photos By Troy Parton |
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
The first of three solar farms slated for construction in Knox County has started to show some life— and blowing sand is not holding back the project.Earth movers are on location and preparing the location.
Munday wins bi-district OAP contest March

Munday wins bi-district OAP contest March

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Munday wins bi-district OAP contest March 31

Troy Parton |
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
In the bi-distrct round of 2026 UIL One Act Play presentations hosted Tuesday night at Munday High School, the host school received top ranking and also advanced to the next round. Jayton and Benjamin also received top rankings from the judges. Aspermont was awarded alternate to the Area contest.

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Knox notes

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Wednesday, April 1, 2026
KNOX CITY GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE Apr. 3, Knox City Methodist Church; 6:30 p.m. in the sanctuary.KNOX CITY EASTER EGG HUNT The Knox City Police Department and Knox City Neighborhood Watch will be presenting their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4 at Greyhound Stadium.
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