Swisher County News
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The 2026 Swisher County 4-H Fashion Show and Photography Contest Awards program was held on April 7 at the Mid Tule Village Activity Room.Lynnlea Johnson served as Mistress of Ceremonies for the event.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
THE IDLE AMERICAN
Finally Whole… Commentary By Dr. Don Newbury
Accounts of folks “pulling themselves up by their boot straps” warm hearts; when such is done without boots, it’s a whole ‘nuther thing.“Wholeness” was achieved in January when Brian Janak received a phone call he didn’t expect from a half-brother he didn’t know he had.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Community Input Requested for Hazard Mitigation Planning
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Members of the governing organizations of Swisher County met with Panhandle Regional Planning Commission to discuss hazard mitigation. The last hazard mitigation plan for the county expired in 2018. Changes that have occurred since that time were discussed.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
THE BIBLE SAYS
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God said, “Let us make man in our image, in our likeness” (Genesis 1:26). Thus, God finished His work with a “personal touch.” God formed Adam from the dust and gave him life by sharing His own breath.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Tulia ISD announces the Tulia ISD Hall of Fame Class of 2026
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Tulia ISD announces the Tulia ISD Hall of Fame Class of 2026. The Hall of Fame recognizes alumni, faculty, and staff who have demonstrated notable accomplishments or provided significant contributions to their school, community, or society.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Progressive Study Club presented a check to the Kress Fire Department from the Christmas Card Fund. Pictured are (back row) Cheryl Swinburn, Glenna Crooks, Jeanne Todd, Nancy Montague, Emily Keese, Ka Wilfong, Celeste Howard, (front row) Sheran Childress, Tangy Garrison, Jan Irlbeck, Sherry Malone, Marilyn Foster, and Judy McDaniel.
PROGRESSIVE STUDY CLUB
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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Kress OAP competed at Area Tuesday and placed as alternate to Regionals. They brought home Individual Area Awards: Best Stage Manager - Cortney Stidham, All-Star Cast - Ella Golden, and Honorable Mention - Lilly Wilson.
KRESS ONE ACT PLAY
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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Tulia Track and Field Advance to Area
Fred Tucker
The Track and Field teams competed at the District Meet last Thursday and Friday and delivered several outstanding performances!The boys’ relay teams accomplished something that hasn’t been done in at least 20 years — advancing all three relays!
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
MEAT JUDGING
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Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Meat Judging Results
Senior Division
Senior DivisionAddi Reed High Individual Overall Senior Division State Round up Qualifier High Individual Retail ID High Individual Reasons2nd Individual Placings Intermediate DivisionHudson Butler7th Overall Individual Intermediate Division3rd Individual Reasons3rd Individual Placings9th...
Wednesday, April 15, 2026