With back taxes owed, nuisances unabated, ruling on apartments expected this month
A default judgment on the now-vacant Canadian Apartments, located at 203 Birch, will be issued in court sometime this month.
News
Pavilion closing shot down by commissioners
Commissioners considered, but turned down, a suggestion by Judge George Briant that—in light of the continued COVID-19 surge here—they temporarily close the county-owned Jones Pavilion for use by the public.
COVID case count continues to surge here
The number of new COVID-positive tests performed by the Hemphill County Hospital Laboratory Department continued to rise over the last eight days, increasing by 26 the number of confirmed positive cases in this county since last Wednesday.
County commissioners hear 2020 audit report
Hemphill County has $23 million in cash and cash equivalents, with unrestricted net assets of $26.5 million. Based on annual expenditures, the county has enough in reserve to continue operating for 35.3 months—an admirable position, according to Doshier, Pickens, & Francis partner John Merriss.
IRS urges data protection for holidays, filing season
DALLAS—With the approach of the holidays and the upcoming tax-filing season, the Internal Revenue Service, state tax agencies, and the nation’s tax industry are promoting the 5th Annual National Tax Security Awareness Week from Nov. 30 through Dec. 4 with tips on basic safeguards everyone should...
State Capital Highlights
Texas is preparing to distribute the COVID-19 vaccination to medical staff and other first responders later this month.
#COLORFULCANADIAN
#ColorfulCanadian is kicking off its inaugural year with a show-stopping display of downtown Christmas lights as the official holiday season begins.
Making Spirits Bright
In 2020, “home for the holidays” has a new ring to it. With the year’s pandemic challenges, Canadian is re-imagining the holidays, adjusting traditions, and implementing new events. A big dose of Christmas cheer may be the perfect way to brighten up this crazy year.
The hands that give are never left empty
MEALS ON WHEELS For over 50 years, Canadian’s Meals on Wheels program has relied on the many volunteers who deliver meals each weekday as well as the contributions that support its outreach to senior citizens, to those recuperating from illnesses or surgery, and to others in need.
HCH confirms 77 new COVID-19 cases in a week
Hemphill County Hospital District confirmed 77 additional COVID-19 cases this week from tests performed by the hospital laboratory department—15 involving residents of Hemphill County and 62 for out-of-county residents.
