Marie Sanchez, 80, formally of Canadian, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away on August 19, 2023, in Abilene, Texas.

COLLEGE STATION — On Friday, a helicopter delivering water to the 150-acre Barth Fire in Caldwell County almost collided with a drone that came within feet of the aircraft.

Drones are a serious safety hazard for both the aviation resources as well as the firefighters on the ground and can cause a serious or fatal accident if they collide with firefighting aircraft.

AMARILLO – Electricity providers in the Southwest Power Pool, including Xcel Energy, expect a spike in demand as extreme heat spreads across the central U.S. this week, prompting Xcel Energy and other member companies to encourage conservation among their customers.

Shirley Allen, 89, passed away Monday, August 21, 2023 in Canadian, Texas.  Services will be at 10 am on Saturday August 26, 2023 at River Church in Canadian with Donald Hill officiating.  

Burial will be at the Edith Ford Cemetery after the service. Cremation arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home, Inc. of Perryton.