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Students get hands-on learning
By: Lois Paschal, Special to the Herald-GazetteIt was non-stop learning at the Richards Ranch for 258 Jacksboro Elementary students last week at the annual Kids on the Land science program. There was...
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Cornerstone Community Center hosts dedication
Dozens gathered Sunday for the dedication of the Cornerstone Community Center created from The Jesus Name Church built by Mollie Smith and Dollie Tilghman.Section: LIfestyles
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Perrin to celebrate the start of summer Saturday
The Perrin Summer Kickoff event will feature a car show, 5K run, games for kids, food trucks and more.By: Cherry Rushineditor@jacksboronewspapers.comLooking for something to do this weekend? The...
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Relay takes a hiatus, survivor dinner still on
Cancer survivors make the first lap to start the 2015 Relay For Life. Jack County will not host a relay this year, but hopes to bring the event back soon.By: Cherry...
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Rodeo parade
It was Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo time last weekend outside of town with the annual Rodeo Parade getting things started Thursday afternoon. County Attorney Brad Dixon rode a tractor in the parade while an...
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Lions fish fry a success
In conjunction with the rodeo, Jacksboro Lions Club members hosted their annual Fish Fry June 1 before the rodeo. Large crowds met on the courthouse lawn to have their fill of fresh, homemade fish and...
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Extension camps to begin next week
During last year’s Outdoor Camp, participants learned about: fishing and went fishing at Fort Richardson State Park, erosion and water patterns through the use of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension...
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Chamber welcomes Jumping For Joy
The Jacksboro Chamber of Commerce welcomed new member Jumping for Joy Party Rentals of Mineral Wells with a ribbon cutting Tuesday. Owners, center, are Gina Medlan and Joey Woolery. Section: LIfestyles
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Concerned Citizens reports donations
Concerned Citizens has received several donations. Donating to the general fund were Devon Energy Employees, Lindsey State Jail, Charles and Sara Arnold, Reggie Kennedy, Enbridge, and Jean Henderson....
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Concerned Citizens reports donations
Concerned Citizens has received several donations. Donating to the general fund were Devon Energy Employees, Lindsey State Jail, Charles and Sara Arnold, Reggie Kennedy, Enbridge, and Jean Henderson....
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Sheriff to host Citizen's Academy
Jack County Sheriff tom Spurlock shows some of the materials available for the upcoming Citizens Sheriff Academy. The 12-week program will begin July 11.By: Brian...
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JFD promotes safe fireworks use
The Jacksboro Fire Department would like to offer these fire safety tips in the hopes that all celebrate the 4th of July safely.Obey all local laws regarding the use of fireworks.Know your fireworks;...
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FCH offers tips for a safe and healthy Independence Day
With the Independence Day holiday around the corner, many Americans will be celebrating with fireworks, food and fun. No matter how you choose to celebrate the holiday, officials at Faith Community...
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Rediscovering America: A quiz on Independence Day
from InsideSources.comBy: Michelle HubenschmidtIndependence Day has been an official federal holiday only since 1941, but its origins date back to the Revolutionary War and our nation’s independence...
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Hall of Fame author: I have never gotten over Jacksboro
Joyce Gibson Roach, center, was joined by fellow Jacksboro High School alumnus Sam Akins, left, and Jack McCoy at the ceremony for her induction in the Texas Literary Hall of Fame at the Grand Hall of...
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Fundraiser tickets to support fair barn on sale now
Youth exhibitors show swine during the Jack County Livestock Show. The stock show is just one of many events that take place at the Jack County Fair Barn.By: Cherry...
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MSU announces graduates
Cailli Carol Perry of Jacksboro graduated magna cum laude from Midwestern State University in May 2017 with a Bachelor of Social Work degree.Midwestern State University had 442 undergraduate and...
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CattleWomen seek scholarship applications
The Wichita Falls Area CattleWomen are offering a $750 scholarship to students who have graduated from Archer, Baylor, Clay, Jack, Young or Montague county. They must be at least a sophomore in...
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Texas Christian announces spring grads
After successfully completing degree requirements at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, McCall Maddox from Jacksboro, TX, received a Bachelor of Science in Geology. Commencement exercises on May...
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DALLAS – The Texas AgrAbility program of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will present a back-to-back farm tour and workshop in Dallas.The activities, to be held at different locations, are...
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