Lamesa Press-Reporter
Moments in time
_ On May 20, 1609, Shakespeare’s sonnets were first printed in London by “procurer of manuscripts” and publisher Thomas Thorpe. While it is unclear how he acquired the manuscript, it may have been an illegal copy, and was apparently issued without the Bard’s permission, causing some damage to Thorpe’s reputation.
Bibi Minjarez
Celebration of life for Lobelia “Bibi” Minjarez, 50, of Lamesa will be held Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. at Northridge Methodist Church with Pastor Jeremiah Aguayo officiating.
Nick Gilchrest
Funeral service for Nicholas T “Nick” Gilchrest, 34, of Lamesa, will be held Monday, May 15, 2023, at 9:30 a.m. at Branon Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jim Medley officiating.
Familiar faces top balloting
The three incumbents running for spots on the Lamesa school board and city council retained their seats in Saturday’s election, with a former member returning to the school board.
Facade funding giving boost to downtown
Lamesa’s downtown area soon will be getting a facelift in several locations with the assistance of local economic development funding.
Klondike names academic leaders
Izabella Arismendez is the valedictorian of this year’s graduating class at Klondike High School, and Bella Stevens is salutatorian.
Dawson announces honor graduates
Leslie Armendariz is the valedictorian and Nevaeh Rodriguez is the salutatorian for the 2023 graduating class at Dawson High School in Welch.
Plata, Kelley lead Sands Class of ‘23
Eleven Sands High School seniors will accept their diplomas during graduation ceremonies beginning at 8 p.m. on May 19 in the school auditorium.