County purchases burn ban signs
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The Archer County Commissioner’s Court approved the purchase of 14 burn ban signs to place along the highways during its meeting Monday, Jan. 24.
Archer City to use American Rescue Plan funds for water line project
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The regular Archer City Council Meeting lasted only 35 minutes but addressed a full slate of critical agenda items. The council gave City Manager George Huffman the go ahead to begin taking bids for a major water lined improvement project.
Archer City HS FCCLA teams to compete at National Conference
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The National Leadership Conference of the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) will be in San Diego, California, June 29 through July 3. The conference will host the 2022 FCCLA/LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl Championship. Archer City High School will have two FCCLA Teams in the competition.
County to change notification system for firefighters
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The Archer County Commissioner’s Court voted to make a change in its volunteer fire department emergency notification system during its meeting Monday, Jan. 24.
Parkeys place at FWSSR
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Whit Parkey placed first with his Brangus heifer and Isabelle Parkey placed second with her Limousin heifer at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. Courtesy photo.
WFACF Scholarship applications now being accepted
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The Wichita Falls Area Community Foundation is now accepting applications for their 2022-2023 scholarship awards. The deadline for applications is March 1.
WVFD recognizes firefighters
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The Windthorst VFD concluded their 2021 recognition at their annual department awards/meal gathering this past week. They recognized the following recipients: Roy Koetter for 45 years’ service, Raymond Ostermann for 40 years, Chad Steinberger for 30 years (not pictured), Tim Hertel for 25 years, Kyle Schroeder for 15 years, Dallas Fillingim for 15 years (not pictured) and Reid Wolf for 10 years. Gage Steinberger was named the 2021 fireman of the year.
Archer 4-H rifle, pistol program set safety, introductory meeting
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If you enjoy the outdoors and hunting, you’ll love the 4-H shooting sports project! This project covers firearm safety and teaches responsible handling and use. Get ready because this project is hands on.
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