COUNTY LIFE
Sisters lifters wanted 1 more shot at state together
By BARBARA GREEN
editor@bowienewsonline.com
The old adage, “Big things come in small packages” certainly applies to Bowie sisters Sierra and Emma Skinner.
This pair of high school powerlifters were ready to compete at the state meet in March along with their fellow teammates Chelsea Price and Kerstin Kindsfather, but their chance to stand at the rack one last time together was stolen away by the COVID-19 pandemic.
These close sisters can’t hide their disappointment in not getting to lift at the state meet, as they had aspirations to medal in their second consecutive state meet. When hopes of rescheduling vanished, they found themselves in the same boat as high school athletes across the state and country who missed their chance to give it their best at the highest level while some didn’t even get a chance to play their sport of choice.
Sierra has cried about missing such an important part of her senior year, but now a few days from getting her diploma she is excited they will have graduation ceremonies. Emma said they were both very sad not to be able to do state as sisters and teammates, but they have tried to keep themselves distracted.
Their petite stature belies the physical and mental strength that propelled them to the state meet two years in a row. The Bowie News had planned a feature on the sisters to coincide with their meet, however, even without that their hard work and discipline deserves recognition.
Read the full story in the weekend Bowie News.
The Ray Walker Memorial VFW Post #8558 will host a Memorial Day service at 11 a.m. on May 26, 100 Baylor Street in Nocona.
The public is invited to attend to celebrate this special holiday to remember those who were killed in service.
Later in the day attend the fundraiser barbecue rib dinner at the Nocona Senior Citizen’s Center. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children. Enjoy ribs, french fries, beans, cole slaw, dessert and iced tea. Proceeds benefit the center and the Meals on Wheels program of Nocona.
Veterans eat free. Meal prepared by the award winning Nocona High School barbecue team.
Five Montague County high schools will graduate in ceremonies May 23 and May 24.
Make sure to see the 2025 Graduation Keepsake Section in the May 22 edition of The Bowie News. It is the only one to feature seniors from all seven of the area schools including Bowie, Bellevue, Gold-Burg, Forestburg, Nocona, Prairie Valley and Saint Jo.
Bowie High School
The Jackrabbits walk the stage at 8 p.m. on May 23 in Jackrabbit Stadium. Teacher Tabitha Jones was selected by the students to be the speaker.
Seniors Virginia Watson and Boston Farris will pass the mantle of leadership to the junior class represented by Laney Enlow and Hayden Heugatter. Superintendent Blake Enlow will present diplomas.
Read the full story in the Thursday Bowie News.
All members of the Tales ‘N’ Trails Museum or those interested in learning more about Montague County’s largest museum are invited to attend the annual membership meeting at 2 p.m. on May 31.
There will be a short business meeting to elect new directors afterwhich Dr. Sergio Ayala will discuss the museum’s newest archaeological exhibit. He also will conduct, “What’s Your Point?” where guests are invited to bring in artifacts for Dr. Ayala to examine.
All membership are due in May and there are several levels from which to chose starting at $35 a year. TNT is supported by its members along with donations, fundraising and grants. The museum celebrates its 15th years showcasing Montague County’s unique history.
The museum is located at 1522 E. U.S. Highway 82 in Nocona. Call 825-5330 with questions.
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