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Hampel sworn in as Knox City municipal judge

Hampel sworn in as Knox City municipal judge

Hampel sworn in as Knox City municipal judge

STAFF REPORTS | COURTESY PHOTOSMunicipal court clerk Deborah Berryman (left) administered the oath of office last week to incoming Municipal Judge Laura Hampel.

Knox County Aging Center Menus

Menus for week of June 30–July 4Monday Salmon croquette, rice, carrots, hot roll, banana pudding with wafersTuesday Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, brown gravy, carrots, bread, fruit cocktailWednesday BBQ chicken, sweet potatoes, spinach, hot roll, Angel food cakeThursday Hamburger on a bun, lettuce,...

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Knox City 3rd of July FestivalKNOX CITY Knox City Police Deptartment and the Knox City Neighborhood Watch program will present the fourth annual 3rd of July Festival at Greyhound Stadium. Gates open at 3 p.m. Admission is free; donations are welcomed.
THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK

THOUGHT FOR THEChildren say the darndest things!Lots of people like to give advice...wanted or not. But here are some questions on love and marriage that were asked to children...and their advice.1.
NON-DAIRY PEACH ICE CREAM has a natural sweet, subtle flavor that comes from fresh peaches.The oat milk used provides a creamy texture that closely resembles traditional dairy ice cream, ensuring each scoop is smooth and indulgent. Its gentle taste allows the vibrant peach flavor to stand out, resulting in a perfectly balanced and delicious dessert. Opting for oat milk-based peach ice cream means enjoying a rich treat that’s both satisfying and wholesome! | ANGELINA LARUE PHOTO

NON-DAIRY PEACH ICE CREAM has a natural sweet, subtle flavor that comes from fresh peaches.The oat milk used provides a creamy texture that closely resembles traditional dairy ice cream, ensuring each scoop is smooth and indulgent. Its gentle taste allows the vibrant peach flavor to stand out, resulting in a perfectly balanced and delicious dessert. Opting for oat milk-based peach ice cream means enjoying a rich treat that’s both satisfying and wholesome! | ANGELINA LARUE PHOTO

A cool, sweet treat from Georgia

The Heirloom KitchenThis time of year, fresh peaches crop up everywhere. The local farmers markets, roadside stands, and grocers have them by the truckloads. Sweet, juicy peaches are enough on their own, but peach desserts such as cobblers, pies and crisps come to mind, as well.
Former Benjamin Mustangs standout Grayson Rigdon has arrived in Tempe, where he will play for the Arizona Sun Devils next season. We expect there will be a lot of Texas eyes on him and the program! | COURTESY PHOTO

Former Benjamin Mustangs standout Grayson Rigdon has arrived in Tempe, where he will play for the Arizona Sun Devils next season. We expect there will be a lot of Texas eyes on him and the program! | COURTESY PHOTO

COACHES’ CORNER ALUM ARRIVES IN TEMPE

KNOX COUNTY POLICE REPORT

KNOX CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT P.O. BOX 188 KNOX CITY TEXAS PHONE: (940) 658-3414 __________________________________________________________ Knox City Police Department in May 2025 responded to 50 calls and police related calls.The following arrests were made during the month of May 2025. 1.) Bianca...
two years of service to the Knox County Sheriff’s Office with a cake from his colleagues. | COURTESY PHOTO

two years of service to the Knox County Sheriff’s Office with a cake from his colleagues. | COURTESY PHOTO

KNOX COUNTY DEPUTY GARZA

was held last week in Knox City to teach principles of public safety. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 8 | COURTESY PHOTOS

was held last week in Knox City to teach principles of public safety. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 8 | COURTESY PHOTOS

4-H LAW ENFORCEMENT DAY

Thumping tomatoes

Thumping tomatoes

Thumping tomatoes

Summer months have taken a toll on many tomato plants. What is a gardener to do about tomatoes that have flowers but no fruit.