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STRIPES OF DISTINCTION—Several Jacksboro ISD teachers and staff members earn their Stripes of Distinction during teacher...
08/05/2026

STRIPES OF DISTINCTION—Several Jacksboro ISD teachers and staff members earn their Stripes of Distinction during teacher appreciation week. Community members nominated those who exemplified the best at JISD, going the extra mile for their students inside and outside the classroom.

The Jacksboro Education Foundation rounded up JHS cheerleaders and the drumline Wednesday to surprise nominees with their awards, reading aloud those nomination letters from the community.

This year’s Stripes of Distinction recipients are Cally Cantrell, Hillary Deffebach, Jessica Hall, Joey Highfill, Cindi Jackson, Brittany Jackson, Karra Lanmon, Denisa Moye, Griselda Salazar, Rebekah Sams, Dickie Smith, Taylor Segoviano, Kasie Fitzsimmons, Lori Venable and Caroline Vaughn.

The Jacksboro Economic Development Corporation is in the final stages of an agreement that would see the construction of...
08/05/2026

The Jacksboro Economic Development Corporation is in the final stages of an agreement that would see the construction of a multi-level Best Western Plus hotel near the hospital in Jacksboro.

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DAY OF PRAYER—The community came together in prayer today at Jack County Memorial Park in observance of National Day of ...
07/05/2026

DAY OF PRAYER—The community came together in prayer today at Jack County Memorial Park in observance of National Day of Prayer. Those in attendance prayed for their community, local schools, churches, businesses and elected officials while also offering special prayers to military service members and their families.

Efforts to pass legislation to designate a national day of prayer in the U.S. began in the early 1950s, but it wasn’t until 1988 when President Ronald Reagan signed into law the first Thursday in May be designated as the annual National Day of Prayer.

PERRIN-WHITT SPORTS—The girls 4x200 relay team punches their ticket to the state track and field meet May 14-16 in Austi...
07/05/2026

PERRIN-WHITT SPORTS—The girls 4x200 relay team punches their ticket to the state track and field meet May 14-16 in Austin after a runner-up finish at the 1A Region III meet at Waco Midway High School.

Pirates baseball keeps momentum in the postseason after their bi-district win against Venron Northside, and the Lady Pirates softball team receives All-District honors. Read the sports roundup for more.

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BRYSON SPORTS—Jossy Whitfill is headed to the state track and field meet May 14-16 in Austin after taking the top spot i...
07/05/2026

BRYSON SPORTS—Jossy Whitfill is headed to the state track and field meet May 14-16 in Austin after taking the top spot in the high jump at regionals.

The Cowboys baseball team beat Harrold in bi-district but fall to Ector in the area round of playoffs, and Cowgirls softball racks up All-District accolades. Read the sports roundup for more.

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JACKSBORO SPORTS—Two athletes prepare for the state track and field meet May 14-16 at the University of Texas in Austin,...
07/05/2026

JACKSBORO SPORTS—Two athletes prepare for the state track and field meet May 14-16 at the University of Texas in Austin, Tigers baseball advance to the second round of playoffs and the Tigerettes' softball season comes to an unexpected end after a UIL rules violation. Read the sports roundup for more.

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The city of Jacksboro amends an ordinance to allow organizations permitted to use city property to charge an admission f...
04/05/2026

The city of Jacksboro amends an ordinance to allow organizations permitted to use city property to charge an admission fee for events after issues arose when the Jacksboro Youth Sports Association learned it had no legal standing to charge admission to tournaments held at the Jacksboro Sports Complex.

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The Jacksboro City Council amends an ordinance to now require residents and businesses to post street address numbers in...
04/05/2026

The Jacksboro City Council amends an ordinance to now require residents and businesses to post street address numbers in a visible location outside the structure.

This change comes as local police, fire and EMS say it will improve response times during emergencies while others expressed concern about the burden it may place on some residents.

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UNOFFICIAL ELECTION RESULTS—Unofficial election results were released just after the polls closed in the Saturday, May 2...
03/05/2026

UNOFFICIAL ELECTION RESULTS—Unofficial election results were released just after the polls closed in the Saturday, May 2 local election.

Jacksboro ISD School Board of Trustees Place 1 incumbent Travis Jonas led over opponent Tony Horn, and candidate for Jacksboro City Council Place 3 Joe Logan led over opponent Brian Isbell.

Candidate Shelley Sewell led over opponent Victor Sanchez in the special election for Jacksboro City Council Place 2.

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After months of negotiations, Jack County commissioners voted to grant a tax abatement for solar and battery storage pro...
01/05/2026

After months of negotiations, Jack County commissioners voted to grant a tax abatement for solar and battery storage projects in the southern portion of the county.

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RABIES CLINIC SATURDAY—A free rabies vaccination clinic for cats and dogs is open to the public from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. S...
01/05/2026

RABIES CLINIC SATURDAY—A free rabies vaccination clinic for cats and dogs is open to the public from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 2 at the Jack County Rural Fire Station on North Street in Jacksboro. Cats must be in a carrier and dogs must be on a leash.

Sponsored by Friends of the Jacksboro Animal Shelter, city of Jacksboro and Jacksboro Fire Department, local veterinarians volunteer their time to provide the no-cost service for pets. Last year’s annual event gave 177 free rabies vaccinations. Donations are appreciated.

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