Nation’s largest sheep and goat expo set Aug. 20-21 in San Angelo

The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service’s 2021 Texas Sheep and Goat Expo will run Aug. 20-21 at the First Community Credit Union Spur Arena, 4722 Grape Creek Road in San Angelo. It returns to an inperson format after having to go virtual last year due to the pandemic.

Heavy rains cause weed problem in Texas croplands

Out-of-control weeds are the latest challenge to hit Texas producers among the negative effects related to untimely rains since late spring, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert.

READY FOR THE NEW SEASON

Signups for youth sports at the Perryton Activity Center are wrapping up soon.

PHS Cheer Squad wins several awards

The Perryton High School Cheer Squad brought home several awards from camp earlier this month. The cheer squad, along with coaches Jennifer Feger and Carrie Grimes attended the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) Camp July 13-16 at the University of Oklahoma in Norman.

Active COVID-19 cases surge to 15

The feared resurgence of COVID-19 cases has arrived in Ochiltree County. According to data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, Ochiltree County’s estimated active cases of COVID-19 has rocketed to 15, up from two last Thursday afternoon.

Texas A&M veterinarian says trouble walking often signals mobility problems in dogs

A dog’s mobility may be compromised because of age, injury, or birth defect, and animals suffering from these conditions may experience serious pain. As such, pet owners should know how to recognize when their canine companion is lacking a certain spring in their step. Dr .

Blasingame to lead Interstate Bank

Interstate Bank is has announced the promotion of both Mark Marrs and Mike Blasingame to market president.

TRUE COLORS

Students attending last week’s Kids College at Frank Phillips College, Allen Campus, participated in a class where they got to make tie-dyed creations. Kids in the 4-6 years age group were very enthusiastic about showing off what they’d made.