MRIs on crop roots open new doors

A team of scientists led by Texas A&M AgriLife is taking a page from the medical imaging world and using MRI to examine crop roots in a quest to develop crops with stronger and deeper root systems.

Local Briefs

Blood drive set at FPC Coffee Memorial Blood Center will hold a community blood drive on Tuesday, Sept. 7, from 3-6 p.m. at Frank Phillips College, Allen Campus. Photo identification will be required.

SUMMER CINEMA SPECTATORS

SUMMER CINEMA SPECTATORS—Families brought out blankets and lawn chairs on Aug.12 for a free movie in Whigham Park, sponsored by Interstate Bank. Pictured enjoying the showing of “Despicable Me” are the Graves family, including, in front, from left, Christian, age 6, and Easton, 5.

What taxpayers need to know about estimated tax payments

Small business owners, self-employed people, and some wage earners should look into whether they should make estimated tax payments this year. Doing so can help them avoid an unexpected tax bill and possibly a penalty when they file next year.

LIBRARY BOOK SALE OPENS

The Jennie June Club of Perryton is holding its annual book sale early this year to help clear more donated books to help free up storage space in Perry Memorial Library. The book sale officially opened on Monday, Aug. 16, and will continue for at least one month and maybe longer.

OGH board sets proposed tax rate

The Ochiltree County Hospital District Board of Directors met for their regular monthly meeting on Monday evening at the conference center at Ochiltree General Hospital. The board approved a proposed ad valorem tax rate of 55 cents per $100 valuation for 2021-22.

Large rainstorm blasts county

An intense thunderstorm blew through Ochiltree County on Monday, bringing furious downpours and plenty of rain to most of the county. KEYE Radio’s official rainfall total for Monday was 1.20 inches.

Active COVID-19 cases drop in county

Active COVID-19 cases in Ochiltree County have fallen slightly since last week. According to data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Ochiltree County’s estimated active cases of COVID-19 have fallen to 21, down from 23 last Thursday afternoon.