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Canada returns to roots in concert with McClure

4 years ago By Jerry Phillips, Jenny Schroeder

Before he took the stage last Friday night for a soldout acoustic guitar swap with fellow singer-songwriter Mike McClure, Cody Canada spent some time wandering through the Archer City Cemetery. “I don’t do cemeteries,” Canada said, but he wanted to pay homage to his ancestors.

Canada returns to roots in concert with McClure

Practice begins for high school athletes

4 years ago By Will Edwards

The helmets have been dusted off. The volleyball nets have been hung with care.

Holliday senior Belle Welch goes up for a tip in practice on Monday, Aug. 2. Photo/Will Edwards

Correction

4 years ago By News Staff

In the July 29 edition of the Archer County News, we incorrectly spelled two names. In the "Windthorst landmark taken away for updates and maintenance" article, we incorrectly spelled Don Essler as Don Eschler.

St. Mary's, St. Bonafice churches announce scholarship winners

4 years ago By Press Release

St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Windthorst and St.

St. Mary's and St. Bonafice churches in Windthorst and Scotland recently awarded seven scholarships to high school seniors and college students. Photo/Will Edwards

Community Calendar

4 years ago By News Staff

Ongoing Immunization for children and adults without CHIP, Medicare, or private insurance at Archer City Field Office of the TX Dept of State Health Services. Call for appt 940-574-2159 Now through Aug.

ACVFD BBQ Fundraiser

4 years ago By News Staff

The Archer City Volunteer Fire Department held its fourth annual BBQ benefit at the Archer City ISD Cafeteria on Sunday, Aug. 1. Pictured is County Commissioner Pct. 4 Todd Herring (right) being served at the event. Photo/Jenny Schroeder

Proctor denied rights to animals in Archer City cruelty case

4 years ago By Jerry Phillips

Amber Marie Proctor was arrested by Archer County Sheriff’s Deputy, Jack Monroe, on July 19 and charged with Cruelty to Non-Livestock Animals on three separate arrest warrants issued by the Archer County Police Department, one for each animal.

The Catahoula dog mix seized from Amber Proctor is doing well in the care of the Humane Society of Wichita County and has gained two pounds in the last week. Courtesy photo/Humane Society of Wichita County

Paul named lone finalist for WISD Superintendent

4 years ago By Nathan Lawson, William Paul

The Windthorst ISD school board voted unanimously to name Dr. William Paul, current high school principal at Breckenridge ISD, as the lone finalist for its superintendent position during a special called meeting Tuesday, July 27.