CANYON — An internationally regarded cellist will join two West Texas A&M University musicians for a special concert Aug. 27.

Dr. Christoph Wagner, assistant professor of cello and head of strings at the University of New Mexico, will join WT’s Dr. Choong-ha Nam, professor of piano, and Dr. Rossitza Goza, Harrington lecturer in violin, for a piano trio concert. 

Master Chief Petty Officer Billy Ray Boyd III is retiring from the U.S.

Maria Elena Gomez Nieto, 83 of Canadian, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025, in Canadian surrounded by her loving family.

Services are pending in Meoqui, Chihuahua, Mexico. Local arrangements are under the direction of Carmichael-Whatley Funeral directors of Canadian.

On August 5, 2025, at home in Gruver, Texas, and surrounded by loved ones, Jody Brock Irwin earned her wings after 66 remarkable years filled with laughter, generosity, and love.