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Body Proposed fed rule would protect workers from extreme heat A year after a new state law ended mandatory water breaks in Texas, a proposed federal rule would protect millions of workers from the risks caused by extreme heat, The Texas Tribune reported.

Body Libel and conspiracy claims against four defendants in a lawsuit filed last year by the family of Thomas Brown were dismissed last week by Texas’ Seventh District Court of Appeals.

Body The Canadian Independent School District Board of Trustees is pleased to announce that Dr. Julia McMains is the lone finalist for the position of Canadian ISD Superintendent. After a competitive search that included 19 highly qualified applicants, the Board selected Dr.

Body Week of June 25-July 1, 2024Misdemeanor Arrests• Larrie Javier Galvan, 22, Wheeler; public intoxication, driver opened door (leave door open) in moving lane of traffic, and expired registration; 06/29/24; HCSO• Alex Franklin Miller, 43, El Paso; warrant for driving while license...

Body Fire safety urged for FourthWith the Fourth of July bringing a possible four-day weekend for lucky Texans, the Texas A&M Forest Service urges outdoor enthusiasts to exercise fire safety outdoors, especially when using fireworks or starting campfires to roast hot dogs and toast...

Body The American Farmland Trust has received a generous gift from H-E-B’s Spirit of Giving Fund to provide disaster recovery assistance to farmers and ranchers in the Texas Panhandle who were impacted by the Smokehouse Creek Fire this winter. 

Body IN REMEMBRANCETHERE’S REALLY NOT ENOUGH INK to write about Dean Looper’s legacy to the City of Canadian.

Body CANADIAN – Beginning Thursday, June 27, traffic will switch from westbound US 60 to the eastbound side as crews continue to work on the US 60 Highway Improvement Project in Canadian.

Body JUNE 11-24, 2024Misdemeanor ArrestsNoneFelony Arrests• Moreira Paneque Ernedis, 38, Houston; forgery, govt/national inst/money/security; 06/18/24; TXDPS-Canadian• Camden Ryan Cook, 17, Canadian; aggravated assault causes bodily injury; 06/21/24; HCSO

Body Drought conditions ease slightly while heat dome returnsDrought conditions across the state dropped a percentage point in May compared to the previous month, with 26% of the state in some stage of drought, primarily in West and South Texas and parts of the Panhandle.