WTAMU embedded assoc. degree program begins

A new planned gift puts West Texas A&M University closer to establishing a $2 million endowment for vocal scholarships.

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Hopefully you are surviving the triple-digit heat that has engulfed us as August 2024 continues. Here at Rhoads Memorial Library, we are offering books for your reading pleasure, offering you a chance to remain indoors in air-conditioned luxury.

Pet Talk

Equine companionship is built upon a foundation of trust and care. Yet, maintaining a horse’s trust can be challenging, especially when a past event has left the animal with behaviors mirroring what’s diagnosed as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in humans.Dr.

Don’t Dawdle

‘What’s taking you so long? Don’t dawdle.’In days gone by, parents reprimanded their youngsters for dawdling; (wasting their time when they should have been doing what they’d been told). They knew it was time to leave for school or church and they still weren’t ready.

Texas short on mental health providers entering field

Texas has a shortage of mental health providers entering the field largely due to the lack of supervisors. Texas therapists must complete internships to start their careers, but there’s not enough providers to mentor all of the students.

Listen with your inner ear

My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.John 10:27 You know, the hardest part of following God’s will is learning to hear his socalled, “still small voice”.

State sales tax revenue $4B in July

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar said state sales tax revenue totaled $3.99 billion in July, 0.1 percent more than in July 2023. The majority of July sales tax revenue is based on sales made in June and remitted to the agency in July.

Fifth Circuit lifts injunction against floating barrier

A federal appeals court ruled last Tuesday Texas can keep its floating barrier in the Rio Grande meant to slow illegal aliens from crossing into the state for the time being.Governor Greg Abbott issued a statement following the decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit.

Workforce Solutions launches SkillUp

Workforce Solutions Panhandle announced the launch of its new outreach campaign, “SkillUp Panhandle: Learn, Grow, & Thrive!”, designed to boost the local workforce by promoting skill development and employability through innovative eTraining opportunities.