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The filing period for the City of Comanche council, Comanche ISD School Board, De Leon School Board, Gustine School Board and Sidney School Board along with the Comanche County Conolidated Hospital District Board began last week.
Would you like to share a little about your family? My husband’s name is Jeff Stark, and we have been married 11 years. We have four beautiful children: Mark, Emilee, Clara Grace, and Creede.Do you have any hobbies outside of work? I love to read and listen to podcasts. I’m a busy mom, and w…
The Comanche Study Club met on January 12, 2023 at the Comanche Public Library. Director Deborah Hanson gave a presentation on the new library programs which includes Story Time every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and the Genealogy Club that meets the 1st Tuesday of each month at 4:00 p.m.
At some point prior to January 14th 2023, a theft occurred on County Road 404. A person or persons removed (3) Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association signs from a fence line. If anyone has any information concerning this incident please contact Comanche County Crime Stoppers at 32…
(DESHLER, Neb.) – Reinke Manufacturing, a global leader in irrigation systems and precision irrigation technology, has recognized Ferti-Tex Ag Service with a distinguished dealer performance award.
Well, folks, the kiddos are back in school, and life has returned to the routine, though we surely had some fantastic times at the library during the holidays! Get ready for Spring and Summer because we are already planning some fabulous events! We had a wonderful meal and presentation at …
Johnny Hicks of Comanche was last week’s winner of the basketball contest. Judy and Gary Lacy tied for second.
Santa’s Helpers ended their 40th year assisting more than 180 families & senior units - a new record for the group. Teens & adult leaders from Sacred Heart Catholic Church confirmation class, Football team members, community volunteers and First Methodist church members are a main st…
On January 6 the Comanche Volunteer Fire Department, Comanche Police Department, and Comanche County EMS responded to a vehicular accident at Dairy Queen, 403 W. Central. The vehicle drove into the front entrance of the building, causing damage, but no one was injured. A similar incident occ…
The 2023 Comanche Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet will take place on February 21, 2023 at Copperas Bend, 5300 Highway 2247, De Leon, Texas. The event will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
District Clerk Brandy Jones was presented with two (2) indictments returned by the Comanche County grand jury on: January 10, 2023.
Have you received a phone call informing you that the benefits you have worked for all your life are now in jeopardy? Had anyone assured you that in exchange for verifying some personal information, and what they describe as a reasonable charge, your benefits can be restored or otherwise saf…
Gateway of Hope Comanche is concluding their baby bottle fundraiser on January 17. Bottles are filled up with coins and bills and will be picked up at churches or call Nancy Tindol at 325-330-0118 to be picked up.
Comanche County Judge Stephanie L. Davis has been honored by the Texas Association of Counties’ (TAC) Texas Judicial Academy for going the extra mile. The academy recognizes county judges who attain significant judicial education beyond state requirements as Fellows.
Last month at the City of Comanche City Council held its monthly meeting. During the meeting, Officer Heath Oakley was presented the Meritorious Conduct and Life-Saving award by Chief Kelly Davis. The awards were a result of Officer Oakley rescuing a man from a burning travel trailer earlier…
The library Story Time started back January 3rd. Story time runs every Wednesday at the Comanche Public Library at 10:am.
From the Comanche County Historical Museum
Tally Toes Dance Studio just celebrated their 6th annual Christmas Recital on December 17. Tally Toes Dance Studio looks forward to progress in 2023.
The 2023 Comanche County Stock Show will take place January 7 through 9 at the Comanche County Livestock Association Show Barn located at 700 North Lane Street in Comanche. The CCLA sale will take place on January 11 at the Comanche High School Commons.
On Friday, January 6, 2023 a sponsored Totelcom Night will take place at the Comanche Dome as Comanche meets up with Eastland for a competitive district contest on the basketball court. Gate fees for ALL junior varsity and varsity basketball games will be paid by Totelcom. Donations will be …
On Christmas Eve, December 24th, the City of Comanche had a water main break on West College. The cause was a deteriorating water service line. Pictured is (left to right) John Mobley, Alex Carter, Kevin Becker and Public Works Director, Clint Davis. Over the last week and a half, four separ…
Good news for the Comanche Public Library patrons who use the library after hours for the Wi-Fi. New benches are in place in the north pocket park. These are in memory of Gail P. and Editha Dudley, who were generous benefactors of the library. Come see this beautiful addition to the library.
Pictured is Clint Welch, Director of Purchasing for Durham-Ellis Pecan, handing a $2,000 check to Kenneth Hagood for the Salvation Army of Comanche and another $2,000 check to Kerry Dudley for Santa's Helpers of Comanche. Both $2,000 donations were made because of the money raised at the Dur…
The Comanche County Car Club had a Christmas Ornament Exchange and Dessert Party at Cook’s Fish Barn on Tuesday, December 13. Chestine Woolsey read the “Wright Christmas” story and member exchanged gift to the left and the right with laughter. Member had fish and desserts ranging from pecan …
Check out all the letters to Santa in the print Christmas Edition of The Comanche Chief this week!
The City of Comanche is still hosting its first ever Christmas in the Park at the Comanche City Park during the month of December. If your organization would still like to be involved in this event next year start planning now! Some of the displays include a painting of Mary and Baby Jesus, …
The Explore Comanche Ice Skating Rink is open and free to all! What better way to make memories this Christmas than by ice skating right here in Comanche, Texas?
See this important graphic submitted by Comanche County Crime Stoppers and stay safe this holiday season!
A lot happened at the Comanche historic downtown this past weekend and one of those was a grand opening for Westward Boutique! The Comanche Chamber of Commerce also welcomed them as the Chamber’s newest members. Owned by Kayla Baker and Caitlyn Wright, Westward Boutique is located at 119 Wes…
Just like every year, Judy Scott’s home on Highland Street does not disappoint It is by far one of the best lighting displays in Comanche County. She works year round with the upkeep of her collection, but really the project begins around Thanksgiving. She adds some items and removes some fr…
The City of Comanche is having free hays rides in the park on Saturday, December 17 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the City Park. Head on out and enjoy a hayride through the Christmas lights decorating the park. The City of Comanche is hosting its first ever Christmas in the Park event at the Com…
Comanche County Medical Center is hosting a blood drive on the hospital main campus. On Monday, December 19, 2022 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. at 10201 Highway 16 North Comanche. The Hendrick Bloodmobile will be parked in the CCMC front parking lot.
Judy Lacy was this week’s winner of the tough basketball pick’em contest by only missing three games.
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AUSTIN – 2022 was a tremendous year for the Texas Department of Public Safety’s Interdiction for the Protection of Children (IPC) program. IPC is a human trafficking and crimes against children program that trains front-line officers to recognize indicators that a child may be a victim, at r…
From the Comanche, Texas Economic Development Corporation
The Child Care Services (CCS) program at Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas offers scholarships to help qualifying families pay their child care expenses so they can look for a job, work, go to school, or attend a training program. Families receiving child care scholarships must meet …
Texas Family Defense Committee welcomes parent advocates/activists Missie Carra and Christi Beck on Thursday, January 26, 2023, in the Big Dam Room of the beautiful Myrtle Wilks Community Center, 1498 West I 20, Cisco. Doors open at 5:30; the meeting begins at 6:00 p.m.
AUSTIN, TX – State Representative James Talarico will hold a press conference tomorrow with Texas educators and House colleagues to discuss his historic legislation to raise teacher pay in Texas. The press conference will be held on Tuesday, January 24th at 9:30 AM in the Speaker’s Committee Room.
The Pecan Valley Republican Women cordially extends an invitation to members of the community to attend their first monthly meeting of 2023, on Thursday January 19, 2023 6:00 PM. at the Brownwood Country Club.
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