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Court discusses smoking
Jack County Commissioners took no action on the county overall policy on tobacco and smoking. As part of the April 8 meeting, Jack County Sheriff’s Office officials approached Judge Keith Umphress noting the JCSO policy states no smoking in patrol units.
Catfish stocking at area lakes
Spring has arrived and that means catfish angling is back at Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) Neighborhood Fishin’ lakes across the state. The program gives friends and families the opportunity to reel in catfish close to home and participate in the Texas traditions of outdoor recreation.
Choose Your Candidate 2024
provided the candidates in the upcoming May election, in races in which there is more than one candidate, with questionnaires to _ll out to let the citizens know a little more about their choices. Each candidate received the same questionnaire, and their answers are provided below in ballot order.
A century in the making
Howard Berry says there are no secrets to living 100 years. “Just an awful lot of luck,” Berry said with a chuckle.
BISD considers 4-day calendar
With smaller districts around the state trying to keep teachers, and not having the money to do it, Bryson is looking into going to a 4-day school week. Superintendent Greg London hosted a town hall meeting Thursday, April 4.
Extension service wants your opinion
Concerned citizens and problem solvers are invited to a meeting at 6 p.m. next Tuesday, April 16 at the Jack County Fair Barn.
City instituting buyback program for unwanted cars
Jacksboro residents will have an opportunity to get rid of vehicles free of charge and earn some money in the process. In a partnership between the city and Jacksboro Towing and Recovery, unwanted vehicles cluttering yards within the city limits can be removed from the property, the owner receiving between $100-$200 for the car between April 15-July 15.
