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Texans asked to conserve energy in heat wave The agency that operates the power grid for much of the state asked Texans to conserve energy use several times last week as the grid was beset with high demand and low wind-power generation, according to the Austin American-Statesman.

Misdemeanor Arrests  Sara Lucille Gilley, 32, Canadian; possession of less than 2 ounces of marijuana; 8/18/23; HCSO Ana Vargas, 32, Canadian; simple assault; 8/18/23; HCSO Felony Arrests Rebecca Jean Barnes, 34, Higgins; fugitive from justice; 8/19/23; HCSO Richard Cory Chambers, 63,...

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.

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.

STAAR scores show continued struggles in math, reading Texas public student scores in standardized testing continue to improve since the pandemic, but more than half of those taking the test still struggle with math and just under half read below grade-level, the Texas Tribune reported.

A collision involving two semi-tractor trailers 2 miles east of the Oasis Truck Stop on Wednesday morning, August 18, blocked a section of both eastbound lanes of US 60 for most of the morning, as Canadian firefighters worked to extricate the injured Rocking T Trucking driver.

Misdemeanor Arrests •Lorena Herrera, 25, Canadian; public intoxication; 8/13/23; HCSO Felony Arrests None Citations •Maria Rebeca Rosendo, Spearman; speeding; 8/10/23

Record sea temps could spur more hurricanes

Hemphill County Commissioners are inviting taxpayers to a public hearing on the proposed tax rate and budget for fiscal year 2023-24. The hearing will begin at 9 am tomorrow, Monday, August 14, in the Commissioners Court meeting room.