Honoring Our Veterans — (l-r) Joe Bob Mann (Navy), Marie Saiz (Army), Bobby Pauda (Marines), Benito Ortiz Jr. (Marines), Sol Pittman (Marines), Mike Lamb (Air Force), Dennis Slagle (Navy), and Hollis Horton (Army).
Veterans Day in Friona — Mayor Greg Lewellen proclaimed Tuesday, November 11th as Veterans Day in Friona to honor all veterans and presented it to the Friona ISD. In the photo — (l-r) FHS Band Director Chris Rackley, Mayor Lewellen, and FISD Superintendent Daniel Rosales.
Thank You — Friona FCCLA students hosted a brunch for the veterans after the program Tuesday morning. In the photo — (l-r) Aurora Bolanos, Lexi Saldana, Jocelyn Hernandez, Emily Ibarra, Sharon Serrano, and Thomas Cook.
See more photos here.
Project Christmas Card — The Parmer County Hospital Auxiliary will accept donations for the 70th Annual Project Christmas Card starting December 1st and running through December 12th. Proceeds will be used to purchase medical equipment for Parmer Medical Center. Canisters/boxes will be placed around town in various businesses for the collection of donations during the two week period. The names of donors will be included in a special Christmas Greeting Card in the Friona Star newspaper. Please make sure you put your name with ALL donations. You can contact Connie Neelley at 806-250-2542 for more information.
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B There — Legacy Pointe will host a Bingo Night on Tuesday, November 18th at 6:00 p.m. The event will feature snacks and prizes as well as fun and fellowship. See you there!
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Inflation News — A chart highlighting U.S. inflation by category shows that, while overall inflation is running at roughly 3% year-over-year, beef and veal prices have risen significantly, up 14.7% from 2023. The data, based on monthly inflation reports from USAFacts, shows that car maintenance had the second-highest price rise at 7.7%, followed by home insurance at 7.5%. Sugar and sweets rose 6.7%, and electricity rose by 6.4%. Some categories saw prices stay below the average inflation rate, including fresh vegetables (2.8%), seafood (2.1%), and jewelry and watches (2.0%). The Flyover
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Where’s The Fire — The Friona Volunteer Fire Department responded to a call of multiple grass fires Tuesday afternoon on Highway 214 north near the Deaf Smith County line. Turns out that a truck hauling an oversized tank had a wheel bearing going out which sparked numerous grass fires along its path. Apparently, the spotter vehicle drivers did not notice the fires being started. The truck was eventually stopped by law enforcement officials. Even though the fires burned a lot of CRP acres, Friona firefighters had it under control and eventually had them extinguished. Multiple fire departments from the area were on scene to assist in the effort.
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National Days
November 13: Indian Pudding Day
November 14: Seat Belt Day
November 15: Bundt Day
November 16: Button Day
November 17: Take A Hike Day
November 18: Mickey Mouse Birthday
November 19: Monopoly Day
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In Parmer County: $40 per year
Out of Parmer County: $50 per year
eStar (emailed): $30 per year
Call 806-250-5200 for more information
