1st Year Exhibitor

Our Blood Institute Continues Emergency Blood Donation Appeal as Need Remains Critical

January 12, 2026 – Our Blood Institute is continuing its emergency blood donation appeal as hospitals across Oklahoma, Arkansas and Texas remain in need of a stable blood supply to support patient care.In recent days, the community has begun responding to the call for donations.

Chamber of Commerce Requesting Nominations for Annual Awards

Tulia Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Annual Awards. If you know an outstanding individual or business deserving of special recognition, here is your opportunity to nominate them for these prestigious awards!

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL LIVESTOCK SHOW

2026 Happy International Stock Show

The 2026 Happy International Stock Show was held on Saturday, January 10th starting at 10:00 in the morning in the Happy Community Center. The show started with the Heifers and Steers, followed by Sheep, Goats and Swine. Thirty-two local students participated in this year’s show.

THE BIBLE SAYS

The writer of Hebrews said, “And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus” (Hebrews 12:1-2).

THE IDLE AMERICAN

As the hours of 2025 dwindled to single digits, Americans FINALLY heard a new sports expression that is NOT likely to catch on.

JEANETT’S VIGNETTES

There have been several happenings since my last article. I attended Ava’s performance in the Nutcracker held in Garland, Texas. It was a beautiful event. All of the dancers costumes were new and so beautiful. The dancers did a marvelous job this year.

Swisher County Senior Citizens Menu

January 8Grill cheese sandwich, cornbread, salad, apricots January 9Pollock wedge, coleslaw, ranch style beans, Jello/topping January 12Steak fingers, mashed potatoes, gravy, spinach, vanilla mousse January 13Beef soft tacos, Spanish rice, tossed salad, peanut butter cookie January 14Sliced...