AMARILLO (March 23, 2024) – Xcel Energy is preparing for high winds this weekend and is operating the electric system in some areas of Texas and New Mexico in a manner intended to enhance public safety and decrease the risk of wildfire.

With the high winds associated with this weather event, damage to electrical equipment and power outages may occur. Outages may be more frequent and last longer than they typically would.

Steve Smallwood, 70, of Canadian, passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2024, in Canadian. Private memorial services were held in Canadian with Pastor Rick Timmons, officiating. Cremation and arrangements were under the direction of Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors of Canadian.

CANADIAN---The 2024 Hemphill County Texas A&M AgriLife Beef Cattle Conference will be held April 23-24, 2024, Jones Pavilion, in Canadian, Texas. The Tuesday and Wednesday beef cattle event has established itself as one of the nation’s leading sources for cutting edge, critical information for beef cattle producers.

Freddie Donaldson Hodges of Dallas, Texas, passed away peacefully in the presence of her children on March 16, 2024.