Swisher County News

Clifton Fifer’s representation of a Buffalo Soldier

Clifton Fifer’s representation of a Buffalo Soldier

Buffalo Soldier History Presented by Clifton Fifer

The history of the Buffalo Soldier came to life on Saturday, March 7th at the Swisher County Museum. The historic depiction was presented by Clifton Fifer of Kerrville, Texas.

Virtual pesticide continuing education units program March 6

The Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center at Overton will host a virtual pesticide continuing education units program on March 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.The webinar will feature morning and afternoon sessions and include an hour-and-a-half break for lunch. The cost of the webinar is $35.

THE BIBLE SAYS

Jesus said, “The Father will honor anyone who serves Me” (John 12:26). Honor is a word that has faded in modern culture, yet it remains central to biblical Christianity. Scripture calls believers not only to give honor, but to live honorably, and it promises that God honors those who honor Him.
THE IDLE AMERICAN

THE IDLE AMERICAN

THE IDLE AMERICAN

My Uncle Mort sometimes has “bats in his belfry.”Fact is, he’s heard such second, third and fourth-hand opinions so many times that he’s begun research about these flying mammals.Now, he swells with pride when he hears the description, believing that he and bats are both grossly misunderstood….
JEANETT’S VIGNETTES

JEANETT’S VIGNETTES

JEANETT’S VIGNETTES

Last week was really busy for me. I drove to Dallas to attend Lillian’s allstar game. She and her teammates won the game. There were 3 girls from her school chosen for the all-star game. She was very excited that I came because it was her last basketball game.

HIDDEN TREASURES AT THE MUSEUM

Can you imagine an Indian on the Great Southern Plains without a Horse? Think of watching a Cowboy and Indian movie without horses. I just have a hard time imagining it.Horses that were native to North America had all but disappeared.
THS Welders - Mayci Del Toro, David Abeyta, Kevin Pulido, Mario Rosales, Zabrien Carbijal, Dilan Padilla, Easton Mahannah, and Jaycelein Harrell

THS Welders - Mayci Del Toro, David Abeyta, Kevin Pulido, Mario Rosales, Zabrien Carbijal, Dilan Padilla, Easton Mahannah, and Jaycelein Harrell

THS Welding SkillsUSA District Competition – 2026

Superior Rated (State Qualified) Kevin Pulido & Mario Rosales – Wood-Burning Patio Heater Easton Mahannah – Gas Fire Pit Table David Abeyta – Griddle Dilan Padilla & Jeremiah Hernandez – Custom Smoker Jayceilin Harrell – Wood-Burning Fire Pit Zabrien Carbajal – Fire Pit Jordan Hernandez – Fire Pit...
Tulia High School Welding Students at UTI Welding Challenge Mayci Del Toro, David Abeyta, Easton Mahannah, Ryan Ramirez, Kevin Pulido with Mr. Hernandez Tulia Welding students attended the UTI Welding Tech Challenge. Several of the students placed during the competitions. 3rd Place - Easton Mahannah 8th Place - Kevin Pulido 9th Place - David Abeyta 10th Place - Mayci Del Toro.

Tulia High School Welding Students at UTI Welding Challenge Mayci Del Toro, David Abeyta, Easton Mahannah, Ryan Ramirez, Kevin Pulido with Mr. Hernandez Tulia Welding students attended the UTI Welding Tech Challenge. Several of the students placed during the competitions. 3rd Place - Easton Mahannah 8th Place - Kevin Pulido 9th Place - David Abeyta 10th Place - Mayci Del Toro.

THS SkillsUSA Culinary - Wedding Cake Design Demo, 2nd Place, Tylani Hutcher- son and Ava Comans

THS SkillsUSA Culinary - Wedding Cake Design Demo, 2nd Place, Tylani Hutcher- son and Ava Comans

Tulia High School Culinary SkillsUSA District Competition

Job ExhibitsSuperior Rated (State Qualified) Allison Ellis & Carlos Holmos - Restaurant Model Angie Pillado - Commercial Baking/1-2 Tier Cakes Mattalee Alvarez - Commercial Baking/3-5 Tier Cakes Ava Comans & Tylani Hutcherson - Commercial Baking/3-5 Tier Cakes Brianna Villarreal - Commercial...