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Benjamin school board tours new gym

Body The Benjamin ISD board of trustees met in regular session on Monday, Aug. 11, during which they discussed phases two and three of the gymnasium project.Order proposals for phase two and the change of order proposals to phase three were approved.
KC–O’B SUPERINTENDENT Colin Howeth was among five in the state named a finalist for Superintendent of theYear. | COURTESY GRAPHIC

KC–O’B SUPERINTENDENT Colin Howeth was among five in the state named a finalist for Superintendent of theYear. | COURTESY GRAPHIC

Knox City–O’Brien superintendent selected as finalist for professional honor

Body Knox City-O’Brien CISD Superintendent Colin Howeth was recently named a finalist for the Texas Association of School Boards 2025 Superintendent of the Year award. The winner was announced at the Sept. 12 Texas Education Conference held in Houston.
Sharing the wheel

Sharing the wheel

Sharing the wheel

Body Shed a Little LightThis week I’ll turn it over to a guest columnist. Recently, I wrote about how we used to give and take directions without the use of today’s technology.

Knox notes

Body FMC Youth GroupMUNDAY The First Methodist Church-Munday has scheduled their Youth Group. All community youth are invited to attend the group, which will be held every Wednesday from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
The 501

The 501

The 501

Body Have you been brushed?Competition is the life of trade. That’s what my daddy used to say.Now that product reviews have become crucial to online marketing, much competition is about getting good reviews. Some sellers cheat.Me, I just got a nice new blouse I didn’t order.
DUTCH OVEN BREAD This recipe is simple yet yields bakeryquality results with just flour, yeast, sugar, salt and water. Using a no-knead method and minimal rise time, the bread is ready in about three hours. The preheated Dutch oven creates a soft interior and crisp crust, making it a versatile and rewarding option for both beginners and experienced bakers. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

DUTCH OVEN BREAD This recipe is simple yet yields bakeryquality results with just flour, yeast, sugar, salt and water. Using a no-knead method and minimal rise time, the bread is ready in about three hours. The preheated Dutch oven creates a soft interior and crisp crust, making it a versatile and rewarding option for both beginners and experienced bakers. | ANGELINA LaRUE PHOTO

Bake it till you make it

Body A peasant bread recipe has been featured in this column before, and the technique is an outstanding way to experiment with bread baking, especially if you are a newcomer to the bread baking scene.