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JoJo DeBord (right) was motivated by her husband, Jesse (left), and her children to fight cancer. Contributed Photo/

JoJo DeBord (right) was motivated by her husband, Jesse (left), and her children to fight cancer. Contributed Photo/

What cancer taught me

Hans Lammeman
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Life offers few obstacles more intimidating than a cancer diagnosis; it is widely reported as one of the leading causes of death worldwide with incredibly unforgiving symptoms.    Though 39.
A Food Network crew films Jack Matusek preparing a signature dish in October ahead of his appearance on Season 52, Episode 7 of Chopped. Contributed Photo.

A Food Network crew films Jack Matusek preparing a signature dish in October ahead of his appearance on Season 52, Episode 7 of Chopped. Contributed Photo.

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Matusek wows Food Network judges

Hans Lammeman
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
Yoakum native and Master Butcher Jack Matusek impressed Food Network judges with a skillful performance on a chuck-wagon-themed episode of Chopped in May.
Always protect yourself from sunburn and the risk of skin cancer.

Always protect yourself from sunburn and the risk of skin cancer.

Protect against skin cancer while enjoying outdoor activities

Murray Montgomery
Monday, June 6, 2022
According to the Centers For Disease Control (CDC), skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. The CDC reports that each year about 4.3 million adults are treated for basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas at a cost of about $4.8 billion.
​​​​​​​Elmer Michna with Moulton’s SPJST Lodge No. 184 recently passed along a financial contribution to Chief Tim Koncaba with the Moulton Volunteer Fire Department.

​​​​​​​Elmer Michna with Moulton’s SPJST Lodge No. 184 recently passed along a financial contribution to Chief Tim Koncaba with the Moulton Volunteer Fire Department.

Helping our first responders with the Moulton VFD

News Staff
Friday, June 3, 2022
Elmer Michna with Moulton’s SPJST Lodge No. 184 recently passed along a financial contribution to Chief Tim Koncaba with the Moulton Volunteer Fire Department to assist with the departmental month-to-month operational expenses. “We sure thank them for their continued support,” said Chief Koncaba.  
Members of Post No. 392 line up for a 21-gun salute and performance of TAPS beneath a half mast Memorial Day flag, lowered out of respect to the many lives lost last week in Uvalde.

Members of Post No. 392 line up for a 21-gun salute and performance of TAPS beneath a half mast Memorial Day flag, lowered out of respect to the many lives lost last week in Uvalde.

In Memory of the Fallen...

Bobby Horecka
Friday, June 3, 2022
Some 50 area residents gathered Monday, May 30, at the Moulton City Cemetery Pavilion for the American Legion’s annual Memorial Day observances, a day meant to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice and are no longer with us, or a retired Lt. Col.
If you spend time outdoors this summer, watch the heat.

If you spend time outdoors this summer, watch the heat.

Stay aware while dealing with summer heat

News Staff
Friday, June 3, 2022
With triple-degree heat already popping up several times during the month of May, anyone looking to spend any amount of time outdoors this summer needs to know the signs of heat stress and exhaustion.
Americans are poised to see some of the highest food prices in years as the market works to correct itself.

Americans are poised to see some of the highest food prices in years as the market works to correct itself.

Inflation expected to impact U.S. economy for several years

News Staff
Friday, June 3, 2022
Overall consumer prices in April were 8.3% higher than a year ago, and America’s families can expect inflation to continue putting pressure on their wallets for the next few years, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF).
Bill Lopez poses in front of a wall decorated with his awards in mid-May. Photo by Hans Lammeman.

Bill Lopez poses in front of a wall decorated with his awards in mid-May. Photo by Hans Lammeman.

Bill Lopez: An unforgettable impact

News Staff
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
In a window of free time amongst his schedule cluttered with doctor’s appointments and “taking care of his final business,” as he puts it, Bill Lopez took the time for an interview to discuss several decades of involvement in the Yoakum community.
YHS Class of 2022 Valedictorian Sophie Jahn plans to attend Texas A&M University in the upcoming fall semester. Contributed Photo.

YHS Class of 2022 Valedictorian Sophie Jahn plans to attend Texas A&M University in the upcoming fall semester. Contributed Photo.

Jahn to build on passion for architecture at A&M

News Staff
Monday, May 30, 2022
After graduating from Yoakum High School (YHS) as the 2022 Class Valedictorian, Yoakum native Sophie Jahn plans to fulfill her dream of going to Texas A&M University to study architecture.
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