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Morath Orchard corn maze returns

Morath Orchard corn maze returns

BYERS, Texas (KAUZ) - Morath Orchard has always been known for its strawberries and blackberries, but for the last two fall seasons, they’ve been making headlines for something else: corn.

“We already had the people coming to pick our strawberries and stuff so, I figured why not do the corn maze,” orchard part-owner Will Morath said.

For Will, the maze’s creator, it seemed like a great idea to bring in more visitors.

The only problem?

He didn’t know how to grow corn in the ground and ... Read more

St. Jo Police officer on paid leave after shooting

ST. JO, Texas (KXII) -- A St. Jo police officer is on paid leave after he fatally shot a man this past week in Cooke County.

Texas Department of Public Safety investigators still have not released the officer's name. Troopers said the sh ... Read more

Muenster Hornets

MUENSTER, Texas (KXII) - The Muenster Hornets are looking to make another deep playoff drive as they enter the 2022 football season.

The Hornets went 12-1 last year. Knocked off powerhouse Windthorst along the way. This year, they bring ... Read more

Clay County highways reopen

PETROLIA, Texas (KAUZ) - UPDATE - 10 p.m.

The Texas A&M Forest Service reported the Clay County fire is an estimated 7,500 acres and is 15% contained. The fire is reportedly active on the northern edge, and crews are working on protectin ... Read more

North Texas family says Native American boy denied enrollment in school because of long hair

CALLISBURG, Texas (KXII) - When trying to enroll in middle school, Elizabeth Jones and her son, William Coffey, who is of tribal decent, were faced with a dilemma.

“I had turned in the application, enrollment forms for school, and that’s when they said that he would have to cut his hair if he wants to go to school there,” Jones said.

Callisburg ISD states in their student handbook that boys’ hair length must be above the eyebrows and may not extend below the bottom of the shirt collar.

It’s a pol ... Read more

Fillmore Hotel a time capsule; couple renovating a unique 19

By BARBARA GREEN

editor@bowienewsonline.com

“NOCONA, Texas – The new modern 40-room brick Hotel Fillmore was formally opened with a banquet and ball Wednesday evening. The spacious dining room was filled to overflowing w ... Read more

Petrolia CISD announces new interim superintendent

PETROLIA, Texas (KAUZ) - Petrolia CISD officials announced Wednesday the appointment of their new interim superintendent.

Kenda Cox was chosen for the role. She has served Petrolia schools for five years in various capacities, including ... Read more

Petrolia CISD superintendent resigns

PETROLIA, Texas (KAUZ) - Petrolia Consolidated Independent School District Superintendent of Schools David Hedges has resigned, according to a statement released by the district Thursday night.

Hedges held the position for five years. An ... Read more

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