My husband, Peter, and I miss having a dog. I see a lot of dogs on the trail during my daily hike, and so Peter (who is always full of good ideas—usually about things I should do) suggested I carry dog treats.

This recipe comes from my favorite cook and sister-in-law Patricia in Arizona. From America’s test kitchen recipe collection, she said it was the most delicious she has tasted. Not a traditional pie crust, this one is made with vanilla wafers and shredded coconut. - KIM B. McKINNEY

CHAPTER NINE: Slim Gets A Haircut They stared at each other for a long moment. Then Viola said, “I’m sorry to be the one to tell you, but it’s true.” Slim’s adam’s apple moved up and down.

Masks for students and teachers will be mandatory in counties with more than 20 reported COVID-19 cases when public schools resume in-person classes this fall, under new public health guidelines released by Texas state education officials Tuesday.