Twelve Hemphill County youth participated in a July 27 sewing camp conducted by Hemphill County 4-H. Participants learned how to thread and use a sewing machine, and more seasoned participants worked on their sewing skills. Each participant left with two items that they made. On July 29, Hemphill County youth participated in a culinary camp conducted by Hemphill County 4-H. These students learned to make four different recipes that they could then make at home on their own. They also learned the importance of food safety and working in a group. Registration for 4-H opened on Aug. 2 for any student interested in joining. Watch The Canadian Record for details on upcoming events and registration information.

Canadian Wildcat Defensive Coordinator Andy Cavalier speaks to his players. Wildcat Defensive Back Jake Krehbiel lines up and squares off, as he prepares for a drill.

The Canadian High School Class of 1961 met here on July 30-31 to celebrate their 60th class reunion. Friday evening was spent visiting at Jerry and Hollene Peery’s ranch home. On Saturday evening, the group met and visited at the home of Jim and Marge Hoobler. Those present were (photo above, front row) Jim Cline, Bill and Denny King, Sylvia (Wright) Cline, Jim Hoobler, Jim Ramp, Sparky and Barbara (Lewis) Eckles, Linda (Henderson) Beckel, and Raydell Hall; and (back row) Hollene (Waters) Peery, David Cleveland, and Hank McPherson.

According to an Aug. 3 report in the Daily Yonder, by Tim Murphy and Tim Marema, 19 states—including several with rising rates of new COVID-19 infections—saw gains in the pace of rural vaccinations last week.