Back and Forth

During a severe windstorm or rainstorm, the Empire State Building sways several feet to either side.

Vine to Bottle event set Dec. 17 in Childress

What do you give the adult who already has everything for the holidays? A Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert suggests the gift of a unique experience this holiday season – a ticket to the Vine to Bottle event on Dec. 17. Wine grapes on the vine at one of the 400-plus vineyards in Texas.

Long Shelf Life

The Hoover Dam was built to last 2,000 years. The concrete in it will not even be fully cured for another 500 years.

Local Briefs

Wolf Creek Neighbors to meet The Wolf Creek Neighbors will meet Tuesday, Dec. 14, at 6:30 p.m. at the Malaney Ranch. Christmas snacks will be served. All neighbors are welcome to attend.

Texas A&M AgriLife Research hibiscus breeder honored for his plant research

Hibiscus lovers around the world know the name of Texas A&M AgriLife’s Dariusz Malinowski, Ph.D., who has earned his place as a renowned hardy hibiscus breeder.

TOYS ARE SERIOUS BUSINESS

Toys For Tots volunteers were hard at work last week getting toys ready for distribution. The annual tradition focuses on making sure that less fortunate children in Ochiltree, Hansford, and Lipscomb Counties are able to get toys and gifts for the holiday season.

FESTIVE LIGHTS

Christmas is just around the corner, and many Perryton residents are getting into the spirit of the season by decorating their homes and yards with festive lights.