Archive - 2013
March 27th
By
Mikala Reiswig, Sports Editor
Coltin White, son of Matt and Lori White of Fritch, has signed a letter of intent to play football for Western New Mexico State University located in Silver City, NM.
The WNMSU Mustangs compete in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.
Congrats, Coltin!
March 26th
John Marshall Riordan, 68, passed away on March 14, 2013, in Dayton, Nev.
There was a rousing celebration of life on Tuesday, March 19 in Carson City, Nev.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the animal rescue charity of your choice or a children’s charity.
Carmon Jane Baker, 68, died Saturday March 23, 2013 in Amarillo. Memorial services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at Minton Memorial Chapel with Rev. Gary Snider, Associate Pastor of Friends and Family Worship Center in Amarillo officiating. Cremation was under the direction of Minton Chatwell Funeral Directors of Borger.
David J. “Dave” McGinley, 72, of Borger died March 21, 2013 at his home in Borger. Memorial services will be 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at St. John’s Catholic Church, Father Richard Zanetti officiating. Cremation was under the direction of Minton Chatwell Funeral Directors of Borger.
On Monday Evening March 25th, 2013, at approximately 8:55 pm, a Red 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser, driven by Isabelle Cooper, 23 years of age, from Athens, Texas, was traveling Westbound in the 900 Blk of East 3rd Street when she disregarded the red light at the intersection of 3rd and Florida. The PT Cruiser then struck a 2006 Ford Taurus, driven by Erin Carrier, 54 years of age, from Denver, Colorado, that was traveling South in the 300 Blk of North Florida.
By
Michelle Berry, Managing Editor
Work is also progressing on the new United Express on Wilson Street. The facility will be 2,400 square feet and will feature a five-pump (10-dispenser) fuel station offering both gasoline and diesel. In addition to traditional convenience items (fountain drinks, grab-and-go packaged food, propane tank refills, etc.), United Express also will offer a wide assortment of “fresh to-go” items made inside the main store – including breakfast burritos, hot sandwiches, fresh fruit, and f’Real milkshakes and other frozen beverages. Construction is slated to be completed by the middle of this year.
By
Michelle Berry, Managing Editor
Work is continuing to progress on the new Happy State Bank location! Ground was broken at the first of November, and Wiley Hicks is overseeing construction on the project. The new building will be over 6,900 square feet and is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2013. It will feature four drive-up lanes, a drive-up 24 hour ATM and a night depository. It will also include safe deposit boxes and a community meeting room.
The Canadian River Music Festival will be held in Canadian on May 11, 2013.
The event is a fun, family-friendly day full of music, food, and all kinds of toys and games for kids.
There will be an indoor and outdoor stage full of all-day music, headlined by one of Texas' favorite artists, Pat Green!
Also performing are Ray Wylie Hubbard, Adam Hood, K. Phillips and the Concho Pearls, Rosie Flores, Shannon Whitworth, and Folk Family Revival.
Everyone in attendance will be privy to some outstanding music and delicious food from local vendors and non-profit organizations.
March 22nd
By
Mikala Reiswig, Sports Editor
-Borger soccer teams fall to Canyon. The girls lose 4-0 and the boys 3-0. A full page is dedicated to their games and the season in this weekend's edition of the BNH.
-Borger baseball falls to Pampa 4-2 to fall to 1-1 in district.
-Borger softball falls to Pampa 5-4 in a rare loss to fall to 1-1 in district play.
-Sanford-Fritch Lady Eagles softball lose to Dalhart, 14-3 despite a quick start and hard fought play throughout.
-FPC Lady Plainsmen lose two to El Paso Community College. They will play two more games at home Saturday at 10 and 12.
March 21st
We invite you, family and friends to join us for our annual Memories of Love to honor the memory of our loved ones.
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 5:30 p.m.
Faith Covenant Church, 1501 S. Florida, Borger
The event at each location includes
refreshments, readings, music, and candle lighting.
Feel free to bring a picture of your loved one to be displayed
on our memory table during the reception.
For more details, call us at 806-356-0026 or 866-654-2941
