Last year’s Dadfest Best in Show “2013 Chevy Camaro ZL1” owned by Reginald Gardner of Lubbock
Bruno belongs to Dalia Soliz. To enter your pet in the Hereford BRAND’s Pet Pic of the Week contest visit us on Facebook and submit your picture there. Winners receive a free one year online subscription to the Hereford BRAND or some Hereford BRAND merchandise. Winners need to come by 205 E. Park Avenue to the Brand office to claim their prize.
THANKS FOR SUPPORT--Linda and B.J. Gililland stand next to the plaque on the west side of the Ruby K. Sears Memorial Garden during a ceremony hosted by the Deaf Smith Historical Society honoring their support for the Deaf Smith County Museum. They were recognized for funding new electrical wiring and lighting at the Sears Garden. They are long-time supporters of the Deaf Smithsonian. .(Photo by Jim Steiert)
Sunday, June 14, 2026
The Deaf Smith County Historical Society paid tribute to a late matron of the Deaf Smith County Museum, Lois Gililland, during a special ceremony at the Ruby K. Sears Memorial Garden on the north side of the museum Friday, June 5. The Historical Society also honored Mrs. Gililland’s son B.J.
Castro County Judge’s Report
LAUGHS OF THE WEEK
John Davey Courtesy photos by Mission 82
THE BIBLE SAYS
Swisher County Judge Michael Clawson administers the oath of office to Tulia ISD School Board Trustee Kacy Quinton
NEW SILVER LAKE PARK-- Steep canyons and limestone cliffs rise above rolling hills covered in native vegetation including live oak, juniper and other Hill Country plant communities. Several creeks and natural water features can also be found throughout the property including Sycamore Creek, Lost Creek at Silver Lake State Park located about 150 miles west of San Antonio between Rocksprings and Uvalde.
DISTINGUISHED DIRECTORS--This reproduction of a photo from years ago shows three distinguished executive directors of the Deaf Smith County Museum from across the years. From left are Juanita Koetting who served from 1985 to 1989, Donna Brockman, who served from 1989 to 1998, and Lois Gililland, the first executive director, who served from 1975 to 1985. (Photo by Jim Steiert)
