Longhorn Cross Country runners continue setting records

Longhorn cross country runners are having a successful season.

September 29, 2026Updated: September 29, 2026

By Kristi Shields

Longhorn Cross Country runners continue setting records

Kimball high school cross country runners competed last week.Photo courtesy of Kimball Public Schools.

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