How golf got its start

Many people cannot think of a better place to spend an afternoon than out on the links. From prestigious and private country clubs to public courses, more than 15,000 golf courses dot the American landscape.

Getting to know the Declaration of Independence; history of document

The Declaration of Independence is a formal document that served as the signatory colonies’ statement that they were now “free and independent States.” It is a vital document in American history.

Syzygy

Everyone’s favorite Scrabble word, “syzygy,” is used by astronomers to describe the position of three bodies that are approximately in line. For example, when the moon is full, it is in syzygy with the earth and sun, because it is on the far side of the earth from the sun.

Xcel Energy provides options for paying higher summer bills

Xcel Energy is reminding customers of ways to manage summer electricity bills and to contact the company to learn about payment options if they are concerned they might fall behind on monthly billing.

wood with quilt

wood with quilt patterns, an art form that dates back hundreds of years and has recently been revived. Among the participants in the program were Payton Hill, at left, and Barbara Herz.

Local Briefs

Parkinson’s support group to meet The Perryton Area Parkinson’s Disease Support Group will meet Friday, July 8, at New Hope Fellowship, 2821 S. Ash, Perryton. Lunch will be provided for the 12 noon meeting. There will be a South-west Parkinson Society Symposium in Lubbock on July 15.

WE HOLD THESE TRUTHS TO BE SELF-EVIDENT

WE HOLD THESE TRUTHS TO BE SELF-EVIDENT—Seth Lujan of Borger, a member of the Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association was at the Ochiltree County Courthouse on Friday morning to read the full text of the Declaration of Independence.

Slow-cooked salmon makes a perfect entrée

Fish typically does not require a lengthy cooking time, which makes it both tricky and ideal to serve when hosting friends and family at home. The short cooking time of fish makes it great for hosts who want to spend more time with their guests and less time cooking.

SPICE SPECIALISTS

The Museum of the Plains’ annual smoked pork tenderloin fundraiser was held on Friday at the museum.