Mary Argabright Stevens
Mary Argabright Stevens, 94, loving Wife, Mama, Mema and Sister went home to be with her heavenly family Sunday, Feb. 14, 2021.Mary was born Nov. 13, 1926 in Jacksboro, Texas to Clyde and Edna Argabright.
David Spiller Wins Special Runoff for Texas House
In a low-turnout runoff set just a few weeks ago, North Texas voters chose Jacksboro attorney David Spiller to represent them in the Texas House.
David Spiller wins runoff election for Texas House District 68 seat
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Jacksboro city attorney David Spiller has been elected to represent House District 68 in the Texas House of Representatives.Spiller claimed victory against Nocona businessman Craig Carter.
Comanche County SO Makes Burglary Arrests
On February 23, 2021 the Comanche County Sheriff’s Office obtained Burglary of Habitation warrants for Robert Eppenauer, 45 of Jacksboro.
Man found passed out behind the wheel after wreck – WLAF
TOP PHOTO: This is the look of a wreck scene on Wednesday from a Tuesday night crash in La Follette.
Jacksboro Police make multiple shoplifting arrests – WLAF
JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF) – Jacksboro Police arrested four people on Wednesday on shoplifting and theft charges related to multiple thefts from Walmart.According to arrest reports, Robert Brandon Phillips and Deshon Logan Sexton were arrested on larceny/theft shoplifting charges.
Van Eldon Brimhall
Van Eldon Brimhall passed away suddenly at his home on Friday, Feb. 5, 2021, at the age of 92. “Doc,” as he preferred to be called, was born in Jacksboro, Texas on Nov. 29, 1928. Upon his passing, he was returned to the town of his birth to lie in rest beside his beloved mother. Van’s humble beginnings, along with his mother’s encouragement, gave him a drive to succeed and become the best he could be. At age 16, with high school graduation behind him, high hopes, and $50 in his pocket, he hopped a freight
Paula Dean (Doughty) Clark
Paula Dean (Doughty) Clark , 53 passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2021; at her home in Watauga, Texas. She was born at Fort Worth Osteopathic Hospital in Fort Worth on Oct. 16, 1967. She is survived by the love her life and husband; Thomas (Tom) Clifford Clark of 35 years married in Jacksboro on Jan. 21, 1986. Together they created four children, Tamara Clark-Lopez married to Robert Lopez, Timothy Clark, Tommy Clark, Emily Taylor and four grand children; Michael, Kaydince, Noah, Katelynne and one great
Wreck snarls La Follette-bound traffic at Eagle Market stop light – WLAF
TOP PHOTO: Afternoon wreck bogs down traffic at Jacksboro. JACKSBORO, TN (WLAF) – Three vehicles were involved in a wreck that happened just after 4 pm on Saturday afternoon. On the La Follette-bound side of the four lane at the Eagle Market stop light is where the mishap occurred. One person was reported injured. (WLAF NEWS PUBLISHED – 02/13/2021-4:20PM)
Jacksboro planning commission discusses Airbnb regulations
Jacksboro’s planning commission discussed regulations on Airbnb rentals during its meeting on Feb. 4. Log In Already a subscriber? Register/Activate account If you subscribe to the newspaper, you already receive FREE access to all the exclusive content of the website. If you have any problems then please contact us at 423-562-8468. Purchase a Subscription
Chuckey-Doak pulls away late to down Jacksboro, end season
CLINTON — The Jacksboro Middle School girls basketball team led early in the fourth quarter but the Chuckey-Doak Lady Knights pulled away down the stretch to top the Lady Eagles, 37-29. Log In Already a subscriber? Register/Activate account If you subscribe to the newspaper, you already receive FREE access to all the exclusive content of the website. If you have any problems then please contact us at 423-562-8468. Purchase a Subscription
Great Clips coming
Great Clips, the hair salon franchise, is coming to Jacksboro near Walmart in February. Log In Already a subscriber? Register/Activate account If you subscribe to the newspaper, you already receive FREE access to all the exclusive content of the website. If you have any problems then please contact us at 423-562-8468. Purchase a Subscription
F.M. "Doc" Wigington
F.M. "Doc" Wigington, 93, passed away Saturday, Jan. 30,2021 in Jacksboro, Texas. Funeral Services were held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4 at Bethel Assembly of God Church. Burial followed in Lynn Creek Cemetery. Doc was born Dec. 4, 1927 in Bridgeport to William Floyd and Lula Mae (Shields) Wigington. He married the Late Peggy Stout March 13, 1948 in Jacksboro. He owned and operated Doc's Tank Trucks in Jacksboro; was a member of Bethel Assembly of God Church and served on the Lynn Creek Cemetery Board. Doc was
Speed limit, zoning changes among proposed Somerset City Council ordinances
Somerset City Council met Monday evening via Zoom conference call. Mayor Alan Keck said that the next meeting, to be held February 22, will also be held virtually. Somerset City Council heard the first readings Monday night on a handful of proposed measures that ranged from zoning to speed limit changes. The ordinance that would change the speed limit on a section of Jacksboro Street is designed to keep the speed limit consistent throughout the length of the road. Currently, Jacksboro street has a section that
Texas House District 68 runoff set for Feb. 23
HD68 runoff set for Feb. 23 KAY ELLINGTON | HESPERIAN-BEACON Even though the 87th Texas legislature has been under way since January 12, 2021, this area, served by House District-68, has not had a state representative in the House. Former state Rep. Drew Springer, R-Muenster, vacated the seat when he successfully ran for Texas Senate District 30 in November. On January 23 there was a five-way special election in which David Spiller, a Jacksboro attorney and school board trustee, and Craig Carter, a Nocona businessman,
Innovative county EMS worker dies
John Bond, 80, of Jacksboro passed away on Jan. 4, leaving behind a legacy of medical care and innovation in the Campbell County community. Log In Already a subscriber? Register/Activate account If you subscribe to the newspaper, you already receive FREE access to all the exclusive content of the website. If you have any problems then please contact us at 423-562-8468. Purchase a Subscription
Charles E. Hooks, age 67 of Jacksboro
Charles E. Hooks, age 67 of Jacksboro passed away on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at his residence. Charles was a Deacon at Corbin Hills Baptist Church and worked for the City of Clinton for 20 plus years. Throughout his life he loved hunting, fishing, church, family, and gospel music. He was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Hooks; parents, George and Imogene Hooks; siblings, Robert, Nancy, Earl Eugene, Daniel, and Timothy Lynn. He is survived by his daughters, Ola McVay & husband Chip and Peggy Ward & husband
Governor Greg Abbott sets date for Special Runoff Election in House District 68
Your Local Election HQ AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — Governor Greg Abbott has set a date for the special runoff election in House District 68. Tuesday, Feb. 23 will be the day that the runoff election takes place. This election will fill the place left by State Senator Drew Springer. The candidates for the runoff election are David Spiller of Jacksboro and Craig Carter of Nocona. The early voting period for the runoff election will start on Feb. 16. More from MyHighPlains.com: Hard-hit California border county
Nocona businessman mourns loss of daughter, mother-in-law killed in car accident
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL)— Nocona businessman Craig Carter and his wife are devastated and mourning the loss of their 4-year-old daughter Lux after a horrible car accident Sunday. In a Facebook post, Carter said his mother-in-law Rose was also killed, and his son Rex is fighting to survive. Carter who’s running for state representative in District 68 said they are humbly asking for prayers. An election date for the runoff election with Jacksboro Lawyer David Spiller has not yet been announced by the governor.
Lady Red fight from behind for win over Campbell County
Buy Now FILE — CCHS junior Sydney Clevenger (00) goes up for a layup while defended by West Greene’s Christianna Ricker in the Lady Red's season opener on Nov. 17, 2020. Buy Now FILE — Cocke County's Paige Niethammer puts up a contested shot in the paint during a victory over Cherokee on Jan. 6, 2020. JACKSBORO—Like in football the last two seasons, Cocke County and Campbell County were slated to start the season against each other. However, COVID-19 issues intervened, and that game was pushed back.