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Robert “Bobby” Lee Kajs

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Robert “Bobby” Lee Kajs

Robert “Bobby” Lee Kajs, 73 of Crowell, Texas passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025, in Crowell, Texas. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 31, 2025, at Wilbarger Memorial Park under the direction of Sullivan Funeral Home with Father Phil Petta o􀵶 ciating. Bobby was born Thursday, Jan. 24, 1952, in Vernon, Texas. He was the son of the late Antone John Kajs and the late Bertha Havelka Kajs. He worked for M.F. Littikin Concret…Read Article

Crop tours planned for Wilbarger, Foard counties

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialists and county agents will join Texas A&M AgriLife Research small grains breeders across the state to host field days for the next month as a part of the annual Statewide Small Grains Tour. Small grain crops across Texas will ripen over the next month. On May 21 the Wilbarger County tour will begin at 8:30 a.m., at intersection of County Road 126 E. and Farm-to-Market Road 1763 northeast of Oklaunion.…Vernon · Vernon Read Article

Odell man killed in Clay County Crash

The Texas Department of Transportation has released details of a Clay County fatality crash in April. William Hardman, 63 of Odell, was identified on May 14 as the deceased driver. Date & Time: 4/26/2025, 11:19 PM County: Clay County Location: FM 2606, approximately 8 miles southwest of Henrietta Posted Speed Limit: 35 mph Weather Condition: Clear / Cloudy Road Conditions: Wet Vehicle 1: 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Driver Vehicle 1: DECEASED Willia…Vernon · Vernon Read Article

Santa Rosa Roundup parade entries sought

The Santa Rosa Rodeo Office is now open at 1614 Main St. in Vernon. Box seat ticket sales begin April 21. The theme for this year’s parade is “Cowboy Boots & Buck’n Chutes.” The parade is set for 3 p.m. May 14 in downtown Vernon. Parade entry forms are available at the Vernon Chamber of Commerce office, 1614 Main St. Entry deadline is Friday, May 9. For ticket information, drop by the office, or call 940-552-6868. For information on parade entri…Vernon · Vernon Read Article

Baseball: Former Rusk Eagle playing well at Vernon College

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VERNON – Former Rusk baseball standout Will Dixon continues to be one of the leading hitters for Vernon College.Baseball · Vernon Read Article

Jason Goodrum, Place 4 city commissioner candidate responds to questions concerning his candidacy

Jason Goodrum What inspired you to run for city council, and what personal experiences have prepared you for this role? I was inspired to run for city commission by the thought of helping our community. I am a small business owner and a lifetime resident of Vernon. I am invested in Vernon. All of my direct family, most of my friends, and the largest portion of my customer base live in Vernon. I am dependent on Vernon to be prosperous and success…Vernon · Vernon Read Article

City Commissioner Don Aydelott outlines goals, qualifications for reelection

I believe we need people who are passionate about our community in key positions to help ensure the prosperity and longevity of Vernon. My family history in Vernon goes back generations. My wife and I raised our children here; they are raising our grandchildren here. My brother and I are third-generation owners of a business based in Vernon. To say that I am rooting for the success of Vernon, Texas, is an understatement. Having been self-employe…Longevity · Vernon Read Article

City Commissioner Dustin Fraticelli responds to questions concerning his candidacy for reelection.

The two candidates running for Place 3 on the Vernon City Commission are incumbent are Don Aydellot and Adrian Esquivel. The Place 4 commission candidates are incumbent Dustin Fraticelli and Jason Goodrum. The candidates Place 4 Commissioner Dustin Fraticelli were asked to complete questionnaires regarding their candidacy. Incumbent Commissioner Dustin Fraticelli was the only candidate to respond as of April 24. Below is Fraticelli’s completed …Vernon · Vernon Read Article

Vernon JROTC holds 2025 drive

HANNAH COLLINS | The News The Vernon High School JROTC program has kicked off a fundraising campaign aimed at supporting the purchase of new equipment and covering essential program expenses. Each cadet has been assigned a fundraising goal, and the program is seeking support from the community through donations and social media shares. Organizers emphasize that community contributions are crucial to the continued success and growth of the JROTC …Vernon · Vernon Read Article

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