Clinton band students earn high honors

Clinton High School students who made Shortgrass Honor Band from left are Jamie Lovos, Annabella Hernandez, Carly Purser, Caleb Savoie, Hailey Hernandez, Grayson McCullough, Sylvia Gonzalez, Sam Nieves, Jenifer Ruiz and Morgan Clayton. Clinton Middle School students who made Shortgrass Honor Band from left are Evelyn Aispuro, Ashley Vinaja, Ryder Adams, Jackson McCullough, Azul Uribe, Allyson Silos and Keelan Gatlin.

(AP) — Morgan Wallen stepped on country music’s most historic and storied stage over the weekend, a sign that many interpreted as the Grand Ole Opry giving the troubled star its blessing and a path to reconciliation after he used a racial slur on camera.

(AP) — The Kremlin said Tuesday the security talks with the U.S. amid tensions over Ukraine have given little reason for optimism, adding that Russia would wait for the outcome of other meetings this week before deciding whether it’s worth it to continue negotiations.

Responded to a medical assist in the 100 block of Regency Dr.

Responded to a report of cattle out on north side of State Highway 33 just east of N. 2350 Rd.

(AP) — This year’s tax filing season will begin Jan. 24, 17 days earlier than last year, the Internal Revenue Service announced Monday.

Home COVID tests must be covered by insurers starting Saturday

(AP) — Starting Saturday, private health insurers will be required to cover up to eight home COVID-19 tests per month for people on their plans. The Biden administration announced the change Monday as it looks to lower costs and make testing for the virus more convenient amid rising frustrations.

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