Local Briefs

Angel Tree donations wanted for needy kids Panhandle Crisis Center’s Angel Trees have been set up at United, Lowe’s, Family Dollar, and Walls. To donate, simply remove an angel ornament from the tree. On the back of each ornament, you’ll find the gender, age, and size of a specific child.

HONORING VETERANS

HONORING VETERANS—Members of the Wolf Creek Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution gathered at Gassy’s Garage this week to help unload wreaths for this Saturday’s “Wreaths Across America” ceremony at Ochiltree Cemetery at 11 a.m.

Palmer amaranth weed control matters

Every female Palmer amaranth plant can produce over 1 million seeds that may germinate and compete with a cotton crop. One doctoral student is taking on these weeds, which rob farmers through herbicide costs, yield damage or quality losses.

THE COURSE OF TRUE LOVE NEVER DID RUN SMOOTH

Perryton High School’s Theatre Department will have a public performance of their Christmas play, “The Hallmark Channel Christmas Wonderthon” by Don Zolidis, on Friday, Dec. 17 at 7 p.m. at the high school auditorium.

What sufficient sleep does for human body

Sleep is an often unsung hero of overall health. Diet and exercise get their fair share of glory, but without a good night’s rest, even the most physically active, nutrition-conscious individuals are vulnerable to a host of ailments and illnesses. According to the U.S.

Debt can affect health

Indebtedness is often discussed in terms related to debtors’ short- and longterm financial health, but debt also can have an adverse effect on individuals’ mental health.