News
Wind spells f-i-r-e...
by PAM HUDSON
(Posted Tue 09:57 am)
Rush Firemen Mike Florance and Jim Smith work quickly to control fires during high winds Sunday. At about 10 a.m. Sunday, the wind started blowing, becoming “fierce” quickly. The air was thick with dust and at approximately 1:30 p.m., three fires started.
All Jacksboro firemen and units were requested, along with all county fire departments to a grass fire off FM 2190 and Roberts Ranch Road in north Jack County; a trash fire which got out of control and threatened a home on Highway 148; and a pit fire within Fort Richardson State Park.
Secondary units reporting to the grass fire on Roberts Ranch Road were diverted to the trash fire which had spread down Read More...
by PAM HUDSON
(Posted Tue 09:57 am)
Rush Firemen Mike Florance and Jim Smith work quickly to control fires during high winds Sunday. At about 10 a.m. Sunday, the wind started blowing, becoming “fierce” quickly. The air was thick with dust and at approximately 1:30 p.m., three fires started.
All Jacksboro firemen and units were requested, along with all county fire departments to a grass fire off FM 2190 and Roberts Ranch Road in north Jack County; a trash fire which got out of control and threatened a home on Highway 148; and a pit fire within Fort Richardson State Park.
Secondary units reporting to the grass fire on Roberts Ranch Road were diverted to the trash fire which had spread down Read More...
FCH Faith LIne now operational
by SHELLY POPE
(Posted Tue 09:57 am)
The Faith Community Hospital Faith Line in now operational.
As part of FCH’s Compliance Program and committment to customer service, a 24-hour hotline is now available. Anyone who has a concern, complaint or compliment may call (940) 216-2202. This number does not go through an operator. All calls go directly to a confidential voicemail.
FCH Administrator, Frank Beaman, will deal with any issues directly.
“We have already had one call to the Faith Line,” Beaman said. “The issue was addressed and resolved within a days time.”
The Faith Line provides a way to let the hospital know how they Read More...
by SHELLY POPE
(Posted Tue 09:57 am)
The Faith Community Hospital Faith Line in now operational.
As part of FCH’s Compliance Program and committment to customer service, a 24-hour hotline is now available. Anyone who has a concern, complaint or compliment may call (940) 216-2202. This number does not go through an operator. All calls go directly to a confidential voicemail.
FCH Administrator, Frank Beaman, will deal with any issues directly.
“We have already had one call to the Faith Line,” Beaman said. “The issue was addressed and resolved within a days time.”
The Faith Line provides a way to let the hospital know how they Read More...
Nominate outstanding people for Chamber awards
(Posted Tue 09:56 am)
The 86th annual Jacksboro Chamber of Commerce Banquet is March 2. It is time to honor those in our community who make Jacksboro a great place to live, work and play. The deadline to nominate candidates is today (Friday).
There are several categories including Citizen of the Year, Employee Customer Service Award, J.I.S.D. Educator of the Year, Business of the Year, Lifetime Achievement Award, Gladys Johnson Ritchie Award, and Youth Volunteer of the Year Award.
It is easier to submit a nomination form this year. Go to the chamber website, click on the .pdf file, fill it in with your Read More...
(Posted Tue 09:56 am)
The 86th annual Jacksboro Chamber of Commerce Banquet is March 2. It is time to honor those in our community who make Jacksboro a great place to live, work and play. The deadline to nominate candidates is today (Friday).
There are several categories including Citizen of the Year, Employee Customer Service Award, J.I.S.D. Educator of the Year, Business of the Year, Lifetime Achievement Award, Gladys Johnson Ritchie Award, and Youth Volunteer of the Year Award.
It is easier to submit a nomination form this year. Go to the chamber website, click on the .pdf file, fill it in with your Read More...
JC Youth Fair results are in...
by SHELLY POPE
(Posted 1/20/2012 09:30 am)
By SHELLY POPE
newsdesk@jacksboronewspapers.com
The dust has finally settled around the Jack County Youth Fair barn, but the aroma of success still lingers.
Jack County youth came out in droves to show their animals during the Jack County Youth Fair Jan 4 - 7.
The excitement could be felt all over the arena as the animals were led in by their trainers. These kids spent so much time feeding, training, washing and caring for these animals. This is a literal labor of love.
Walking around the fair barn, sounds of the show could be heard all over. Lowing Read More...
by SHELLY POPE
(Posted 1/20/2012 09:30 am)
By SHELLY POPE
newsdesk@jacksboronewspapers.com
The dust has finally settled around the Jack County Youth Fair barn, but the aroma of success still lingers.
Jack County youth came out in droves to show their animals during the Jack County Youth Fair Jan 4 - 7.
The excitement could be felt all over the arena as the animals were led in by their trainers. These kids spent so much time feeding, training, washing and caring for these animals. This is a literal labor of love.
Walking around the fair barn, sounds of the show could be heard all over. Lowing Read More...
Ag mechanics division continues to grow...
by SHELLY POPE
(Posted 1/20/2012 09:24 am)
(Photo by Shelly Pope) Jack County is an agricultural community and students involved in the ag mechanics program learn real life skills that will take them into other aspects of the agricultural field.
Results for the Ag Mechanics Division of the Jack County Youth Fair are as follows.
Class 2 (Single Axle Trailer) - Matt Haston and Sebastian Vela, first and grand champion for their 12 foot utility trailer.
Class 3 (Livestock Equipment) - Colton Turner, first and reserve champion for his cattle feeder, Jake Hall, second for his cattle guard and Johnathan Rhodes, third for his hay ring.
Class 4 (Household Outdoor) - Read More...
by SHELLY POPE
(Posted 1/20/2012 09:24 am)
(Photo by Shelly Pope) Jack County is an agricultural community and students involved in the ag mechanics program learn real life skills that will take them into other aspects of the agricultural field.
Results for the Ag Mechanics Division of the Jack County Youth Fair are as follows.
Class 2 (Single Axle Trailer) - Matt Haston and Sebastian Vela, first and grand champion for their 12 foot utility trailer.
Class 3 (Livestock Equipment) - Colton Turner, first and reserve champion for his cattle feeder, Jake Hall, second for his cattle guard and Johnathan Rhodes, third for his hay ring.
Class 4 (Household Outdoor) - Read More...
Local family loses house by fire Saturday
by PAM HUDSON
(Posted 1/17/2012 09:21 am)
(Photo by Pam Hudson) At approximately 4 a.m. Saturday morning, Johnny and Tracey Hammond were awakened to fire in their home at 311 E. College. Dispatched fire units were delayed looking for the address on West College, but were able to save some possessions downstairs. The house is a total loss.
The couple’s 15-year-old daughter and 11-year old son were spending the night with friends. The cause is believed to be an electric heater. “I’ll never own another one, that’s for sure,” said Hammond while looking over the damage Sunday afternoon.
If you are able to assist the family in any way, contact Read More...
by PAM HUDSON
(Posted 1/17/2012 09:21 am)
(Photo by Pam Hudson) At approximately 4 a.m. Saturday morning, Johnny and Tracey Hammond were awakened to fire in their home at 311 E. College. Dispatched fire units were delayed looking for the address on West College, but were able to save some possessions downstairs. The house is a total loss.
The couple’s 15-year-old daughter and 11-year old son were spending the night with friends. The cause is believed to be an electric heater. “I’ll never own another one, that’s for sure,” said Hammond while looking over the damage Sunday afternoon.
If you are able to assist the family in any way, contact Read More...
Woman care-flighted after motorcycle accident
(Posted 1/17/2012 09:20 am)
(Photo by Shelly Pope) Terry Perry, a member of a Christian motocycle club, was injured Saturday afternoon after misjudging a curve on FM 1810 and losing control of her motorcycle. Jacksboro and Cundiff Fire Departments responded to the scene. Air Evac landed on the road and Perry was transported to John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth where she was treated for injuries to her face.
(Posted 1/17/2012 09:20 am)
(Photo by Shelly Pope) Terry Perry, a member of a Christian motocycle club, was injured Saturday afternoon after misjudging a curve on FM 1810 and losing control of her motorcycle. Jacksboro and Cundiff Fire Departments responded to the scene. Air Evac landed on the road and Perry was transported to John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth where she was treated for injuries to her face.
Jack County students make huge showing in Creative Arts
(Posted 1/17/2012 09:19 am)
(Photo by Shelly Pope) Jack County students expressed their skills in the creative arts division of the Jack County Youth Fair. Winners featured here are (front from left) Libby Moore and Rebecca Goodman; (middle) Ragen Overton, Ethan Fudge, Emma Moore and Ruby Patterson; (back) Karson Hood, Ashley Cox, Katie Sherrin, Tanner Wade, Destiny Hammond, Caitlin Fudge, Tristen Wright and Bobbie Jo Richardson.
(Posted 1/17/2012 09:19 am)
(Photo by Shelly Pope) Jack County students expressed their skills in the creative arts division of the Jack County Youth Fair. Winners featured here are (front from left) Libby Moore and Rebecca Goodman; (middle) Ragen Overton, Ethan Fudge, Emma Moore and Ruby Patterson; (back) Karson Hood, Ashley Cox, Katie Sherrin, Tanner Wade, Destiny Hammond, Caitlin Fudge, Tristen Wright and Bobbie Jo Richardson.
Wreck on 281
(Posted 1/13/2012 09:06 am)
Wreck on 281
Slick roadways could possibly be the cause of this fender-bender Tuesday afternoon. The driver of the 18-wheeler was sitting at a stop sign on Highway 281 and Highway 4 when the silver Dodge Ram didn’t stop. There were no injuries. Read More...
(Posted 1/13/2012 09:06 am)
Wreck on 281Slick roadways could possibly be the cause of this fender-bender Tuesday afternoon. The driver of the 18-wheeler was sitting at a stop sign on Highway 281 and Highway 4 when the silver Dodge Ram didn’t stop. There were no injuries. Read More...
City hears emotional public comments
by PAM HUDSON
(Posted 1/13/2012 09:05 am)
There were some emotional moments during the Jacksboro city council meeting Tuesday night. Council members heard public comments about the city septic lines, streets and hiring of the city manager. Even though the council is unable to respond during these public comments, certain trustees responded under agenda item #5 - comments from the mayor and the members of the board.
Patti Zuber, former city council member, spoke first in public comments to thank those who signed her petition not to hire a consulting firm, even though the city had already signed the agreement when the petition was being circulated. She Read More...
by PAM HUDSON
(Posted 1/13/2012 09:05 am)
There were some emotional moments during the Jacksboro city council meeting Tuesday night. Council members heard public comments about the city septic lines, streets and hiring of the city manager. Even though the council is unable to respond during these public comments, certain trustees responded under agenda item #5 - comments from the mayor and the members of the board.
Patti Zuber, former city council member, spoke first in public comments to thank those who signed her petition not to hire a consulting firm, even though the city had already signed the agreement when the petition was being circulated. She Read More...
JISD explains STAAR testing, AEIS report, improvement
by SHELLY POPE
(Posted 1/13/2012 09:04 am)
The Jacksboro Independent School District Board of Trustees met Monday night to discuss their District Improvement Plan for school year 2011-2012 and the 2010-2011 Academic Excellence Indicator System (AEIS).
JISD earned an overall rating of “academically acceptable” for the year and received Gold Performance Acknowledgments in college ready graduates for the class of 2010, Texas Success Initiative (TSI) in English Language Arts and Mathematics.
The main topic of discussion was the differences in the new State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) tests compared with the TAKS.
Superintendent Dennis Bennett took the board through the years and the progression Read More...
by SHELLY POPE
(Posted 1/13/2012 09:04 am)
The Jacksboro Independent School District Board of Trustees met Monday night to discuss their District Improvement Plan for school year 2011-2012 and the 2010-2011 Academic Excellence Indicator System (AEIS).
JISD earned an overall rating of “academically acceptable” for the year and received Gold Performance Acknowledgments in college ready graduates for the class of 2010, Texas Success Initiative (TSI) in English Language Arts and Mathematics.
The main topic of discussion was the differences in the new State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness (STAAR) tests compared with the TAKS.
Superintendent Dennis Bennett took the board through the years and the progression Read More...
Cathey signs with Vernon
(Posted 1/13/2012 09:03 am)
(Photo by Shelly Pope) Bre Cathey (with pen) signs with Vernon College on a volleyball scholarship. Celebrating the moment are (from left) Larry Holman, Alex Holman, Leslie Holman, Brooke Cathey, Coach Will Johnson, Coach Valerie Armstong from VC, Athletic Director Brian Hodnett and Brad Burnett, high school principal.
(Posted 1/13/2012 09:03 am)
(Photo by Shelly Pope) Bre Cathey (with pen) signs with Vernon College on a volleyball scholarship. Celebrating the moment are (from left) Larry Holman, Alex Holman, Leslie Holman, Brooke Cathey, Coach Will Johnson, Coach Valerie Armstong from VC, Athletic Director Brian Hodnett and Brad Burnett, high school principal.
Sports
Cathey, Mahoney receive All-State academic honors
by SHELLY POPE
(Posted Tue 09:54 am)
CARLY MAHONEY Two Jacksboro High School seniors, Carly Mahoney and Bre Cathey, received All-State academic honors for the 2011 volleyball season.
Players must maintain an overall grade point average of 94 or above during grades nine through 11 to receive this honor.
Mahoney plans to attend Texas A & M University in the fall and major in engineering. She is the daughter of Mitch and Robin Mahoney.
Cathey received a scholarship to play volleyball at Vernon College and plans to major in nursing. She is the daughter of Marty Cathey and Leslie and Larry Holman.
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by SHELLY POPE
(Posted Tue 09:54 am)
CARLY MAHONEY Two Jacksboro High School seniors, Carly Mahoney and Bre Cathey, received All-State academic honors for the 2011 volleyball season.
Players must maintain an overall grade point average of 94 or above during grades nine through 11 to receive this honor.
Mahoney plans to attend Texas A & M University in the fall and major in engineering. She is the daughter of Mitch and Robin Mahoney.
Cathey received a scholarship to play volleyball at Vernon College and plans to major in nursing. She is the daughter of Marty Cathey and Leslie and Larry Holman.
Read More...
JMS Tigers play hard in Archer City
(Posted 1/20/2012 09:29 am)
The Jacksboro Middle School seventh and eighth grade Tigers participated in the Archer City Tournament Saturday.
The eighth grade Tigers lose a tough game to Archer City with a score of 37 to 38 with Caleb Martin leading the scoring with 17 points.
The remaining points were tallied by Kole Vedder with 10 points, which included two three pointers; Pedro Ibarra with six points and Colten Massengale and Billy Hamman scored two points each.
They played their second game against Olney and won with a score of 38 to 14. Leading the scoring for the Tigers was Martin with Read More...
(Posted 1/20/2012 09:29 am)
The Jacksboro Middle School seventh and eighth grade Tigers participated in the Archer City Tournament Saturday.
The eighth grade Tigers lose a tough game to Archer City with a score of 37 to 38 with Caleb Martin leading the scoring with 17 points.
The remaining points were tallied by Kole Vedder with 10 points, which included two three pointers; Pedro Ibarra with six points and Colten Massengale and Billy Hamman scored two points each.
They played their second game against Olney and won with a score of 38 to 14. Leading the scoring for the Tigers was Martin with Read More...
JMS seventh grade boys play in Archer City
(Posted 1/20/2012 09:27 am)
The Jacksboro Middle School seventh and eighth grade boys basketball team participate in the Archer City tournament Saturday. Shown here are (top front from left) Jake Johnson, Colten Massengale, Collin Kinder and Pedro Ibarra; (back) Kole Vedder, Billy Hamman and Caleb Martin; (bottom front from left) Kade Weldon, Lane Montgomery and Tyler Rogers; (back) Stacey Price, Alejandro Banuelos, Cody Gary and Felipe Espinoza.
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(Posted 1/20/2012 09:27 am)
The Jacksboro Middle School seventh and eighth grade boys basketball team participate in the Archer City tournament Saturday. Shown here are (top front from left) Jake Johnson, Colten Massengale, Collin Kinder and Pedro Ibarra; (back) Kole Vedder, Billy Hamman and Caleb Martin; (bottom front from left) Kade Weldon, Lane Montgomery and Tyler Rogers; (back) Stacey Price, Alejandro Banuelos, Cody Gary and Felipe Espinoza.
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JMS Tigerettes win big in Windthorst Tournament
by SHELLY POPE
(Posted 1/20/2012 09:25 am)
The Jacksboro Middle School seventh and eighth grade Tigerettes traveled to Windthorst to participate in the Windthorst Tournament Saturday and both teams came away with wins.
The eighth grade Tigerettes first came up against Graham and won with a score of 24 to 17.
Leading the scoring for the game was Jaden Richardson with 19 points, 11 rebounds and three steals.
Bringing in the remaining points was Shaila Botello with two points, one rebound, one assist and one steal; Brooklyn Green with two points, four rebounds and two steals; Byley Richardson with one point, two rebounds and three steals; Read More...
by SHELLY POPE
(Posted 1/20/2012 09:25 am)
The Jacksboro Middle School seventh and eighth grade Tigerettes traveled to Windthorst to participate in the Windthorst Tournament Saturday and both teams came away with wins.The eighth grade Tigerettes first came up against Graham and won with a score of 24 to 17.
Leading the scoring for the game was Jaden Richardson with 19 points, 11 rebounds and three steals.
Bringing in the remaining points was Shaila Botello with two points, one rebound, one assist and one steal; Brooklyn Green with two points, four rebounds and two steals; Byley Richardson with one point, two rebounds and three steals; Read More...
Maddox named second team All-State Academic
(Posted 1/17/2012 09:14 am)
McCall Maddox, a member of the 2011 Jacksboro Tiger football team was recently named as second Team All-State Academic.
Recipients of this honor must maintain at least a 92 average to be considered.
Maddox maintains high grades at Jacksboro High School and has also excelled on the field. He was a first Team All-District Wide Receiver and Honorable Mention All-District Defensive Back selection for District 3-AA during the 2011 season.
Maddox’s statistics show he caught 28 passes for 579 yards and five touchdowns.
On the defensive side of the ball, Maddox made 37 tackles.
(Posted 1/17/2012 09:14 am)
McCall Maddox, a member of the 2011 Jacksboro Tiger football team was recently named as second Team All-State Academic. Recipients of this honor must maintain at least a 92 average to be considered.
Maddox maintains high grades at Jacksboro High School and has also excelled on the field. He was a first Team All-District Wide Receiver and Honorable Mention All-District Defensive Back selection for District 3-AA during the 2011 season.
Maddox’s statistics show he caught 28 passes for 579 yards and five touchdowns.
On the defensive side of the ball, Maddox made 37 tackles.
Lifestyles
Foxes celebrate golden anniversary
(Posted Tue 09:53 am)
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fox of Graham celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Dec. 16, 2011. The couple’s family hosted a party in their honor at the Wildcatter Ranch.
Entertainment for the evening was hosted by the couples grandson, Brent Fox, who played his guitar and sang.
The couple have three children: James Fox and wife Kim of Hamlen; Debra Leverton and husband Richard of Versailles; and Jerry Fox of Graham.
They have seven grandchildren: Lindsey Fox and friend Nick Joy; Brent Fox; Dean Leverton; Samantha Leverton; Anna Marie Leverton; Savannah Fox; and Casey Fox.
(Posted Tue 09:53 am)
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Fox of Graham celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Dec. 16, 2011. The couple’s family hosted a party in their honor at the Wildcatter Ranch.Entertainment for the evening was hosted by the couples grandson, Brent Fox, who played his guitar and sang.
The couple have three children: James Fox and wife Kim of Hamlen; Debra Leverton and husband Richard of Versailles; and Jerry Fox of Graham.
They have seven grandchildren: Lindsey Fox and friend Nick Joy; Brent Fox; Dean Leverton; Samantha Leverton; Anna Marie Leverton; Savannah Fox; and Casey Fox.
Peacock, Tillery announce engagement
(Posted Tue 09:52 am)
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Taylor of Decatur are proud to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Nina Lois Peacock, to Jace Edward Tillery.
The wedding will be held at The Orchard in Azle, March 31, 2012.
The bride-elect is employed at Key Energy Services of Fort Worth as a manager in the Central Marketplace Division.
Peacock is the granddaughter of Nina Robinson of Decatur and the late Claude Robinson, Herman and Lois Taylor.
The prospective groom is the son of James and Vicki Tillery and the grandson of Billy and Joyce Rodgers and Dorothy Tillery of Read More...
(Posted Tue 09:52 am)
Mr. and Mrs. Charles Taylor of Decatur are proud to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Nina Lois Peacock, to Jace Edward Tillery. The wedding will be held at The Orchard in Azle, March 31, 2012.
The bride-elect is employed at Key Energy Services of Fort Worth as a manager in the Central Marketplace Division.
Peacock is the granddaughter of Nina Robinson of Decatur and the late Claude Robinson, Herman and Lois Taylor.
The prospective groom is the son of James and Vicki Tillery and the grandson of Billy and Joyce Rodgers and Dorothy Tillery of Read More...
Mitchells celebrate 25th wedding anniversary Jan. 7
(Posted 1/17/2012 09:15 am)
Mike and Rhonda Mitchell celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary Saturday, Jan. 7 with a surprise party thrown by their children.
Friends and family celebrated with the couple with a dinner catered by Dairy Land Drive-In and entertainment provided by Frank James and the Hired Guns.
The couple was married Jan. 10, 1987, at the Methodist Church in Bryson. The couple have three children, Cody Mitchell and wife Jessica of Jacksboro, Michael Mitchell of Gainsville and Danielle Mitchell of Jacksboro. Along with their children, they have two grandsons, Tyler and Travis Mitchell.
The couple met in Stephenville in January, 1984. After Read More...
(Posted 1/17/2012 09:15 am)
Mike and Rhonda Mitchell celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary Saturday, Jan. 7 with a surprise party thrown by their children.
Friends and family celebrated with the couple with a dinner catered by Dairy Land Drive-In and entertainment provided by Frank James and the Hired Guns.
The couple was married Jan. 10, 1987, at the Methodist Church in Bryson. The couple have three children, Cody Mitchell and wife Jessica of Jacksboro, Michael Mitchell of Gainsville and Danielle Mitchell of Jacksboro. Along with their children, they have two grandsons, Tyler and Travis Mitchell.
The couple met in Stephenville in January, 1984. After Read More...
JMS students honored for citizenship
(Posted 1/17/2012 09:13 am)
(Courtesy photo by Rebecca Sell) Jacksboro Middle School students are honored by the Lions Club Wednesday with citizenship awards for the second and third six weeks. Students include (back from left) Madison Swor, Jessica Lamberson, Dylan Lawrence and Felipe Espinoza; (front) Kailey Shaw and Hannah Herd.
(Posted 1/17/2012 09:13 am)
(Courtesy photo by Rebecca Sell) Jacksboro Middle School students are honored by the Lions Club Wednesday with citizenship awards for the second and third six weeks. Students include (back from left) Madison Swor, Jessica Lamberson, Dylan Lawrence and Felipe Espinoza; (front) Kailey Shaw and Hannah Herd.
Whitsitt, Trevino to wed
(Posted 1/6/2012 12:26 pm)
DUSTIN TREVINO AND SARA WHITSITT Mr. and Mrs. Jim Whitsitt of Jacksboro are proud to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Sara Margaret, to Mr. Dustin Michael Trevino.
Their extended family and friends are planning a trip to Riu Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica, for the wedding Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012.
The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Jacksboro High School. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Public Relations in 2007 from Texas Tech University and is now a Sales and Education Executive for Este Lauder Companies Inc.
She is the granddaughter of the late Harry and Margaret Read More...
(Posted 1/6/2012 12:26 pm)
DUSTIN TREVINO AND SARA WHITSITT Mr. and Mrs. Jim Whitsitt of Jacksboro are proud to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Sara Margaret, to Mr. Dustin Michael Trevino.
Their extended family and friends are planning a trip to Riu Resort in Montego Bay, Jamaica, for the wedding Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012.
The bride-elect is a 2003 graduate of Jacksboro High School. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Public Relations in 2007 from Texas Tech University and is now a Sales and Education Executive for Este Lauder Companies Inc.
She is the granddaughter of the late Harry and Margaret Read More...
100 year celebration planned for Luther Prunty Saturday
(Posted 1/3/2012 04:18 pm)
LUTHER PRUNTY Luther Prunty, Jacksboro High School’s oldest living graduate, will turn 100 Jan. 11.
The community is invited to his 100th birthday party celebration from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. Saturday, at the First National Bank Scarborough Center. The cake will be cut at 3 p.m.
Prunty was born in a log cabin near Cundiff in East Jack County in 1912. There was a raging snowstorm, which prevented the Jacksboro doctor from hitching up his team to come for the delivery.
He has lived his entire life in Jack County with the exception of his military service during World Read More...
(Posted 1/3/2012 04:18 pm)
LUTHER PRUNTY Luther Prunty, Jacksboro High School’s oldest living graduate, will turn 100 Jan. 11.
The community is invited to his 100th birthday party celebration from 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. Saturday, at the First National Bank Scarborough Center. The cake will be cut at 3 p.m.
Prunty was born in a log cabin near Cundiff in East Jack County in 1912. There was a raging snowstorm, which prevented the Jacksboro doctor from hitching up his team to come for the delivery.
He has lived his entire life in Jack County with the exception of his military service during World Read More...
RFL 'Kick-Off'set for Saturday: Celbrate, remember, fight
(Posted 1/3/2012 04:17 pm)
Jack County Relay for Life Committee will host a ‘Kick-Off Rally’ from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday at the Twin Lakes Activity Center.
This would be a great time for survivors, caregivers and teams to register and to purchase luminarias.
There will be free hot dogs and door prizes. Come out and support this great cause.
Relay for Life is an opportunity for everyone, as a community, to gather where everyone can participate in the fight against cancer. Teams of people camp out at a local high school, park, or fairground and take turns walking or running around a Read More...
(Posted 1/3/2012 04:17 pm)
Jack County Relay for Life Committee will host a ‘Kick-Off Rally’ from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday at the Twin Lakes Activity Center.
This would be a great time for survivors, caregivers and teams to register and to purchase luminarias.
There will be free hot dogs and door prizes. Come out and support this great cause.
Relay for Life is an opportunity for everyone, as a community, to gather where everyone can participate in the fight against cancer. Teams of people camp out at a local high school, park, or fairground and take turns walking or running around a Read More...
Tillery, Ellis wed in Willow Lake Gardens
(Posted 1/3/2012 04:12 pm)
PAUL AND JACKIE ELLIS Jackie Annette Tillery and Randall Paul Ellis were united in marriage at 6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011, at Willow Lake Gardens in Weatherford. The ceremony was officiated by the Reverend David Ramsey.
The bride is the daughter of Marion and Debra Tillery of Perrin. She is the granddaughter of the late Jack Francis and wife Georgia of Perrin, and the late P.R. Tillery, Sr. and wife Dorothy of Jacksboro.
The groom is the son of Terry Ellis of Pampa and David and Helena McKnight of Pampa. He is the grandson of Jean and the late Junior Ellis, and Read More...
(Posted 1/3/2012 04:12 pm)
PAUL AND JACKIE ELLIS Jackie Annette Tillery and Randall Paul Ellis were united in marriage at 6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011, at Willow Lake Gardens in Weatherford. The ceremony was officiated by the Reverend David Ramsey.
The bride is the daughter of Marion and Debra Tillery of Perrin. She is the granddaughter of the late Jack Francis and wife Georgia of Perrin, and the late P.R. Tillery, Sr. and wife Dorothy of Jacksboro.
The groom is the son of Terry Ellis of Pampa and David and Helena McKnight of Pampa. He is the grandson of Jean and the late Junior Ellis, and Read More...
Perrin Girl Scouts give to others the gift of time
(Posted 12/23/2011 04:04 pm)
Girl Scouts give Perrin Girl Scout Troop 8340 helps Santa prepare bags for his annual trip to the Whitt Volunteer Fire Department. Featured here are (from left) Erin Wise, Emily Meyers, Jordan Wise, Kendall Williams and Hayley Green. (Courtesy photo by Jennifer Meyers) Perrin Girl Scout Troop 8340 visited residents of Greystone Assisted Living in Jacksboro Dec. 6, where they sang carols and delivered treats to the residents.
Dec. 9 and 10 found the troop helping the Whitt Volunteer Fire Dapartment prepare bags for people around the Whitt area, then helped Santa hand out treats to the children on his annual visit to the fire station.
“The scouts enjoyed buying for their ‘Christmas Angels’ to help provide some cheer for them on Christmas morning,” Jennifer Meyers said.
The girls ended their December activities with a troop Christmas party Dec. 13.
They enjoyed Read More...
(Posted 12/23/2011 04:04 pm)
Girl Scouts give Perrin Girl Scout Troop 8340 helps Santa prepare bags for his annual trip to the Whitt Volunteer Fire Department. Featured here are (from left) Erin Wise, Emily Meyers, Jordan Wise, Kendall Williams and Hayley Green. (Courtesy photo by Jennifer Meyers) Perrin Girl Scout Troop 8340 visited residents of Greystone Assisted Living in Jacksboro Dec. 6, where they sang carols and delivered treats to the residents.
Dec. 9 and 10 found the troop helping the Whitt Volunteer Fire Dapartment prepare bags for people around the Whitt area, then helped Santa hand out treats to the children on his annual visit to the fire station.
“The scouts enjoyed buying for their ‘Christmas Angels’ to help provide some cheer for them on Christmas morning,” Jennifer Meyers said.
The girls ended their December activities with a troop Christmas party Dec. 13.
They enjoyed Read More...
JHS Spanish Club contributes to Ft. Richardson Park
(Posted 12/13/2011 12:39 pm)
(Photo courtesy of Rebecca Sell) Jacksboro High School Spanish Club presents a donation Dec. 7 to the Friends of Fort Richardson to aid the State Park. Club representatives presenting include (from left) Spanish Club Sponsor Misty Avila, and student Dariela Espinoza, Spanish Club president to Jack County Judge Mitchell Davenport, representing the Friends of Fort Richardson and Park Superintendent Robert Frie. The park is selling Commemorative limited edition Civil War 2012 calendars, which will include pictures of the Civil War event recently hosted at Fort Richardson. Call (940) 567-3506 to order your calendars. A park official pointed out the new Facebook page for Fort Richardson Read More...
(Posted 12/13/2011 12:39 pm)
(Photo courtesy of Rebecca Sell) Jacksboro High School Spanish Club presents a donation Dec. 7 to the Friends of Fort Richardson to aid the State Park. Club representatives presenting include (from left) Spanish Club Sponsor Misty Avila, and student Dariela Espinoza, Spanish Club president to Jack County Judge Mitchell Davenport, representing the Friends of Fort Richardson and Park Superintendent Robert Frie. The park is selling Commemorative limited edition Civil War 2012 calendars, which will include pictures of the Civil War event recently hosted at Fort Richardson. Call (940) 567-3506 to order your calendars. A park official pointed out the new Facebook page for Fort Richardson Read More...
Death Notices
Charles Coffman
(Posted 5/24/2011 05:09 pm)
Charles Coffman died Friday May 13, 2011, in Bowie. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 17, at the Coker Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in Hicks Cemetery.
(Posted 5/24/2011 05:09 pm)
Charles Coffman died Friday May 13, 2011, in Bowie. The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 17, at the Coker Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in Hicks Cemetery.
Syetlana Hayhurst
(Posted 5/24/2011 03:44 pm)
Svetlana Hayhurst, 50, passed away Sunday, May 8. The graveside service was at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, at Oakwood Cemetery. Coker Funeral Home is handling arrangements.
(Posted 5/24/2011 03:44 pm)
Svetlana Hayhurst, 50, passed away Sunday, May 8. The graveside service was at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, at Oakwood Cemetery. Coker Funeral Home is handling arrangements.