Paul and Nila Dowlearn-Owners of Wichita Valley Nursery. Paul’s recent books, “The Lazy Man’s Garden” and “Touch the Earth” are available at the Nursery, 5314 S.W. Pkwy, Wichita Fall, Texas.

Adventure Begins at Your Library! Get ready to embark on a summer of fun and learning with the Archer Public Library's Summer Reading Program 2024. This year's program is packed with exciting events and activities. Join our reading contest for a chance to win a kid's Kindle e-reader, unleash your creativity in art camp, and enjoy five special programs featuring live animals, science experiments, and storytellers. With something for everyone, the Archer Public Library is the perfect place to start your summer adventure. Join us from June 3rd to August 7th and discover all the fun that awaits you at the library!

Well, I have been in Archer for a year now. I’ve had the chance to meet a lot of people. There are still many that I haven’t. In due time! For those who know me, and those who don’t, I’m going to confess-I mess up. Regularly. The truth is, we all do. Clergy is no exception to that truth. We are all human.

St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Windthorst celebrated its 132nd Parish Picnic on Sunday, June 2.

The Holliday City Council held a public hearing on Monday, June 3, over the annexation request of Dylan Rogers for a property that he plans on turning into an RV park. Citizens were asked to attend the hearing to ask Rogers and the council any questions and address any concerns over the annexation.

Robert Jarvis Brown, III, age 79, of Archer County, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2024, at his home. At Rob’s request, there will be no services held at this time.

James A. “Jim” Baumhardt, 84, of Wichita Falls, passed away Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at Hospice of Wichita Falls surrounded by his favorite girls. Jim was born on Oct. 15, 1939 in Archer City, Texas to August Paul Baumhardt and Ida Hoffman Baumhardt.