Abbott issues disaster declaration to prevent New World screwworm fly infestation

Governor Greg Abbott last week issued a statewide disaster declaration to better equip the Texas New World Screwworm (NWS) Response Team to prevent the potential spread of the NWS fly into Texas and to better protect livestock and wildlife.“Although the New World screwworm fly is not yet present in...

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KNOX CountyJUNIOR LIVEStock Show 2026

KNOX CountyJUNIOR LIVEStock Show 2026

WINNERS’ CIRCLE • PROJECT FAIR

AWESOMEPROJECTSFROMAWESOMESTUDENTS The Project Fair was held at the Knox County Junior Livestock Show January 8-10. Many Knox County students displayed their project talents in categories such as Foods, Crafts, Baked Goods, Photography, Agriculture, Textiles and Art.

UIL groups Benjamin, Knox City in same district for football, basketball, volleyball

RUSS MORRIS | NEWS-COURIER The Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL) released its 2026-2028 realignment for football, basketball, and volleyball. The realignment sees a regional pairing between Benjamin and Knox City for football, basketball and volleyball.

Knox Council assists KCVFD with new bunker gear

During the regular meeting of the Knox City Council on Friday, Jan. 20, 2026, the council approved purchases, ordered elections and handled regular monthly business.During the public comment section, Jason Doran spoke regarding the County Judge position.The minutes from the Nov. 17, 2025 regular...

Filings underway for May 2 city, school board elections in Knox County

KAY ELLINGTON | NEWS-COURIER If you’ve ever thought about running for city council or school board, now is your chance. Friday, Feb. 13, 2026 at 5 p.m. is the deadline to file to run for a position for area city councils and school boards.