Two new COVID-19 cases

Two new cases of COVID-19 in Hooker County were announced in the last week - one from Nov. 29 and another from Dec. 4. According to the West Central District Health Department Dashboard, Hooker County had 17 active cases as of press time on Tuesday, Dec. 8.

The DeNaeyer Christmas traditions

As DeNaeyers, we don’t have an abundant amount of traditions throughout Christmas. Our holiday is usually based on what our cattle need, who came to celebrate the holiday and sporting events happening. Although we don’t have many traditions, one thing is beyond doubt.

Kuncl family decorates Christmas tree with family photos

My family and I have a few traditions when it comes to Christmastime or Christmas Day. When we put our tree up after Thanksgiving, we don’t decorate our tree with ornaments or anything like a normal tree has.

A snow day story

It was cold, white, freezing, and the girl fogged up the glass from breathing too hard, only to see the one thing that makes the world a winter playland. Just like those adjectives, this new whitewashed world was one that was full of wonder and brought about a sense of joy and excitement.

Cake pans and dice determine your present at Busch Christmas

READY… SET… GO!!!! These famous words are the best part of Christmas in the Busch house. We all gather around in the basement. The game is about to begin. Have you ever heard of cake pans and dice determining your Christmas gift?

A family tradition of attending Christmas Eve service

When I was asked to write an article for the newspaper about a Christmas tradition, I began to contemplate all the wonderful things I could possibly write about. After a little consideration I decided to write about my family’s annual Christmas Eve tradition.

Setting up Nan’s Christmas village

A time to rejoice and be thankful for the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. A man who gave his life for us to be relieved of our sins. Christmas, to me, is one of the most meaningful holidays!