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HOMECOMING COURT NOMINEES Miss Firelighter: Aubrey Lerma, K’Lee Grimsley, Savannah Friddle; Football Sweetheart: Aubrey Lerma, Savannah Friddle, Grayson Utley; Band Beau: Colton Cox: Football Hero: Chase Rowland, Zander Abila, Joel Contreras, Nathan Martinez. | COURTESY PHOTO

HOMECOMING COURT NOMINEES Miss Firelighter: Aubrey Lerma, K’Lee Grimsley, Savannah Friddle; Football Sweetheart: Aubrey Lerma, Savannah Friddle, Grayson Utley; Band Beau: Colton Cox: Football Hero: Chase Rowland, Zander Abila, Joel Contreras, Nathan Martinez. | COURTESY PHOTO

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Greyhound Homecoming kicks off this week

Kodie Fairchild |
Thursday, September 11, 2025
It’sHomecomingweek in Knox City as the Greyhounds have been celebrating all week long with dress-up days and other fun events.Students followed a musical theme throughout the week as they dressed up for “Country Day” on Monday, “Rock and Roll Day” on Tuesday, “Rap Day” on Wednesday and Marching...

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Residential impound yard raises concerns in Benjamin

Compiled From Unapproved Minutes |
Thursday, September 11, 2025
The Benjamin City Council heard from concerned citizens during a regular meeting on Thursday, Aug. 14, regarding a new impound yard in town.In open forum, Rocky and Lindsey Hickam introduced themselves as the business owners of Rocky Hickam Towing and informed the council they would be putting in...

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Knox City-O’Brien CISD board presents new budget

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Thursday, September 11, 2025
The Knox City-O’Brien Consolidated Independent School District board of trustees met on Thursday, Aug. 28, for a public budget hearing and special board meeting.At the hearing, no members of the public were present.Superintendent Colin Howeth presented the budget to the board members and explained...

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Cotton crop thrives with timely rains across the state

Kay Ledbetter |
Thursday, September 11, 2025
Despite some challenges, cotton production is expected to be better than average due to timely rains this season, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service reports around the state.Ben McKnight, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension statewide cotton specialist and assistant professor in the Texas A&M...
PURPLE AND GOLD ALL TOURNAMENT TEAM

PURPLE AND GOLD ALL TOURNAMENT TEAM

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PURPLE AND GOLD ALL TOURNAMENT TEAM

News Staff
Thursday, September 11, 2025
Congratulations go to Kinslee Carver, Olivia Myers and Brooke Urbanczyk of Munday for being named to the All-Tournament volleyball team.WAY TO GO The Munday Mogulettes took second place behind Woodson in this year’s Purple and Gold Tournament.
TOURNAMENT CONSOLATION CHAMPIONS

TOURNAMENT CONSOLATION CHAMPIONS

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TOURNAMENT CONSOLATION CHAMPIONS

News Staff
Thursday, September 11, 2025
After two days of volleyball, the Houndettes ended play the Purple and Gold Tournament Consolation Champions. Grayson Utley was named to the All-Tournament team.

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Knox County Aging Center Menus

News Staff
Thursday, September 4, 2025
Menus for week of Sept. 8-12Monday Herb roasted pork, baby bakers, green beans, hot roll, dessertTuesday Oven fried chicken, mashed potatoes, broccoli, biscuit, chocolate puddingWednesday Pulled pork on a bun, corn, baked beans, spiced applesThursday Chicken pasta primavera, green beans, salad,...
Leafy greens and figs in late summer

Leafy greens and figs in late summer

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Leafy greens and figs in late summer

Ellen Peffley
Thursday, September 4, 2025
From the gardenCut and come again. Gardeners that sowed seeds of leafy greens suggested in the “What to Plant Now” August 6 column likely already have established plantlets.
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