Timely rainfall in some areas has been highly beneficial for the fall wheat crop, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert.
The 2024 fall wheat crop is expected to produce better yields as we enter the El Niño weather events. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Laura McKenzie)
Carl “Jack” Vernon Hurter, 95, of Canadian, passed away on October 23, 2023 in Canadian, Texas.
A private family memorial graveside will be held at a later date in Higgins Cemetery. Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors of Canadian.
AMARILLO—Registration is now open for the 2023 WISE (Women in Science Endeavors) Conference to be held from 9 am to 1:30 pm on November 11 at AmTech Career Academy in Amarillo.
WISE is a STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) conference hosted each year for girls in the 6th, 7th and 8th grades, and includes hands-on activities led by female presenters in STEM fields. WISE is dedicated to encouraging middle school girls to pursue math and science-related careers.
Rita Meraz, 90, of Canadian, passed away on Monday, October 23, 2023, in Canadian. Mass will be 1 pm, Friday, October 27, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Canadian with Rev. Marco Antonio Gonzalez officiating. Burial will follow in Edith Ford Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Carmichael-Whatley Funeral Directors of Canadian. Rosary will be cited at 6 pm, Wednesday, October 25, at the funeral home.
