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Candidate filing is open for Texas primary elections

4 years ago By News Staff

The filing period for the 2022 Texas primary elections officially opened on Saturday, Nov. 13, allowing candidates to register with their respective party chairs for a place on the March 1, 2022 primary ballot.

New Briefs

4 years ago By News Staff

4-H students to stage Dec. 6 Christmas parade The Hemphill County 4-H youth are planning a Christmas parade for the evening of Monday, Dec.

Panhandle Gives 2021 campaign launches next week

4 years ago By News Staff

AMARILLO—The 6th Annual #ThePanhandleGives campaign is Nov. 22-30. This year, 175 organizations spanning 20 counties are participating. For the second year in a row, the Amarillo Area Foundation, who hosts the event, will cover all the online donation fees. That means when you give online, 100 percent of your gift goes to the organization and will have additional money added to it from the Amplification Fund.

Timely updates made to Veteran’s Monument at courthouse

4 years ago By News Staff

The Veteran’s Monument on the Courthouse Square got a new look last week. Members of American Legion Post 56 joined Judge George Briant to inspect the two new service branch emblems that have been added. The new emblems recognize and honor the men and women of the Coast Guard and the newly formed Space Force.

Members of American Legion Post 56 survey the Veteran's Monument: Jason Bradford, Tommy Wyatt, Judge George Briant, Wendy Wright, and John McGarr

State Rep. King rehashes lengthy 87th legislative session

4 years ago By News Staff

State Rep. Ken King (R-Canadian) visited with his hometown constituents on Tuesday, Oct. 26, to discuss the legislative session that had finally come to a close following three special sessions called by Gov. Greg Abbott.

County Commissioner Curt McPherson and Judge George Briant visit with state Rep. Ken King following town hall

Speaker Phelan endorses Rep. Ken King for re-election

4 years ago By News Staff

Republican Speaker of the Texas House Dade Phelan today announced his endorsement of conservative state Rep. Ken King’s re-election campaign for House District 88.

Tim Alexander announces re-election bid

4 years ago By News Staff

I am announcing my intention to seek reelection to the position of Hemphill County commissioner for Precinct 2. It has been an honor for me to serve the residents of Hemphill County for the past six years.

NicholasThomas seeks re-election to Precinct 4 post

4 years ago By News Staff

I am pleased to announce my intent to seek re-election to the position of Hemphill County commissioner, Precinct 4. I enjoy my service to the community. I’ve served in not so great economic times for our area, and always try to analyze and vote in the best interest of the county as a whole. I’m available anytime at 806.323.3445. I frequently hear from my constituents and all residents of the county, welcoming input. Please let me know how I may better serve you!

EDC launches discussion of local housing issues

4 years ago By News Staff

The status of housing in Canadian was at the top of the Economic Development Council’s agenda last week. Invited to participate in the discussion were Mark Meek and his daughter, Jocelyn Timmons, developers of the Southern Hills residential development on the south edge of Canadian.

Public hearing Monday on new county commissioners precinct map

4 years ago By News Staff

A hearing will be conducted by Hemphill County commissioners at 9 am on Monday, Nov. 15, to receive public comment on the redistricting of county election, justice of the peace, and commissioners court precincts.

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