Health Tips: Appealing peels

Banana peels are a mainstay of slapstick comedy. Why? Well, Danny DeVito says it’s because “you have to give people permission to laugh. That’s why they would always cut to the …

A Study in the Word – Isaiah 40:1-31

Isaiah 40-66 is called the Book of Comfort. Judah will undergo exile in Babylon (40-55) and then be freed to return to her homeland (56-66), with the End always in view. “My …

Overnight wreck kills three children

Three juveniles were killed in an overnight wreck east of White Deer Monday. Two juveniles from White Deer and two from Pampa were in a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 pick-up traveling north on …

Ken King to be in Pampa Oct. 26

On Tuesday, Oct. 26, 2021, Representative Ken King will be touring a segment of House District 88 to discuss the 87thRegular Legislative Session as well as the Special Sessions that followed. King …

Dr. Ben Carson visits Pampa

World-renowned retired neurosurgeon and former Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development Dr. Ben Carson stopped in Pampa on Thursday to give a presentation for the Pampa Education …

USDA NRCS funds Texas Partners for Conservation projects

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Texas has funded five agreements through its Texas Partners for Conservation Program to leverage NRCS resources, address local natural …

The Siege of Yorktown, October 19, 1781

This coming October 19th marks the 240th anniversary of the victory at Yorktown, Virginia, October 19, 1781. This victory by American and French allies over the British army and navy effectively …

Texas Game Wardens Request Public’s Help in Pronghorn Poaching Case

AMARILLO –Texas Game Wardens are requesting the public’s help to identify individuals responsible for killing five pronghorn between Friday, Sept. 24 and Sunday, Sept. 26. The bodies were …

College Night and Financial Aid Night at Pampa High School

Pampa High School will host “College Night” on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021, in the Commons area of the high school from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. This is an informal time to visit with …

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Lady Harvesters dominant as they finish season sweep over Borger Lady Bulldogs

The Pampa Lady Harvesters (22-14, 3-4) hosted Borger over the weekend in a District match-up with the Lady Bulldogs. The Lady Harvesters finished the season sweep over their rival, taking care of …

From the Press Box: Recent ‘fall from grace’ stories in the NFL reflect the importance of quality men in coaching

Two examples of NFL coaches falling from grace, Jaguars’ Urban Meyer and Raiders’ Jon Gruden, have really exposed the importance of integrity and character among leaders of men. Last …

Lady Harvesters fall to Dumas Demonettes

The Pampa Lady Harvesters (21-14, 2-4) hosted Dumas to start their second round of District play on Tuesday evening. The Lady Harvesters fell to the Demonettes in three sets (25-21, 25-15, 25-18). …

White Deer High School beat Claude 83-38

The White Deer Bucks (2-5) beat Claude (2-3-1) 83-38 on Friday evening. Anthon Martin went 1-3 for 45 yards and a touchdown. Karson Ketchum had 11 carries for 291 yards and six touchdowns; …

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Athlete of the Week — Oct. 16

Sports on TV

Sports on TV — Oct. 19-20

Tuesday Baseball Atlanta Braves at L.A. Dodgers..............TBS 4:08 p.m. Houston Astros at Boston Red Sox......FS1 7:08 p.m. Basketball Brooklyn at …

Fishing Report

Fishing Report on Texas Lakes

Lake Meredith: FAIR. Water stained; 72 degrees; 50.31 feet low. Fall is in full swing as the water temperatures have dipped to the low 70s. The walleye and white bass bite is on fire. South Canyon …

Loyd Dean Waters

Loyd Dean Waters, 81, of Pampa, passed away on Saturday, October 16, 2021 in Amarillo. A Celebration of Life memorial service will be at 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at the First Baptist …

Joel Ray Combs

Joel Ray Combs, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and “Jobo” is resting in the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Joel passed away peacefully on Saturday, …

Colleen Neal

Colleen Neal, 93, of Pampa, passed away at her home on October 14, 2021. Services will be 2:00 PM, Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at the Carmichael-Whatley Colonial Chapel with Pastor Mike Stevens of …

Kerry Dwaine McDowell

Kerry Dwaine McDowell, 66, of Pampa graduated from this life on Monday, October 11, 2021 in Pampa. Graveside services will be at 1:00 PM Friday, October 15, 2021 at Hamlin Memorial Cemetery in …

Frances “Granny” Geneva Treat

Frances “Granny” Geneva Treat, 83, of Pampa, passed from this life on Monday, October 11, 2021. Arrangements are under the direction of Cox-Rowley Funeral Home. Frances was born to …

Carolyn L. Froggé

Carolyn L. Froggé Carolyn L. Froggé, 86, of Pampa, passed away on October 8, 2021, in Pampa. Graveside Services will be 10:00 AM Saturday, October 16, 2021, at Memory Gardens …

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2021 Agriculture Magazine

Gray County Youth to Celebrate National 4-H Week Oct. 3-9

Millions of youth, parents, volunteers and alumni across the country will celebrate National 4-H Week from Oct. 3-9. This year’s theme, Find Your Spark, is a campaign that will encourage youth …

Rep. Jackson Secures Funding for Texas Farmers

WASHINGTON — Last night, legislative language authored by Congressman Ronny Jackson (TX-13) to support Texas’ farmers passed on the Floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. The …

Water Grows Initiative Hosts Conservation Charcuterie

LUBBOCK, Texas, September 9, 2021 What is Conservation Charcuterie, you ask? It’s a virtual experience you don’t want to miss designed to connect people who love food and the …

USDA to Invest $50 Million in New Cooperative Agreements for Racial Justice and Equity

WASHINGTON, August 27, 2021 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing up to $50 million in cooperative agreements to support historically underserved farmers and ranchers with …

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Police and Fire

PFD call log — Oct. 12-14

Tuesday, Oct. 12 • At 9:33 a.m., to the 2400 block of Navajo on a lift assist. • At 9:30 a.m., to the 1600 block of North Faulkner on a medical assist. • At 9:45 a.m., to the …

One arrested for aggravated assault

Wednesday, Oct. 13 • Manuel Victor Renteria, 29, Pampa, was arrested by Gray County Sheriff’s Office for aggravated assault to a date/family/house member with a deadly weapon and …

Gray County Indictments

The following indictments were handed down on Oct. 7 by the 223rd Judicial District Court. • Ricky Thomas Allen, 54, was indicted for possession of a controlled substance penalty group one …

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Opinion

Just a thought: Do not be past or future, be present

BREATHE! Breathe in and breathe out deeply. Be present! Do not be past. Do not be future. BE NOW! Where are you living your life? Are you living in your past, your present, or your future? Has …

Letter to the Editor: Kudos to our Law Enforcement

Thank you to our brave law enforcement to make Pampa’s biggest drug bust and round-up to rid Pampa of a bad problem: assorted hard drugs, $500,000 in cash, stolen guns and illegal …

Toni Says: Long Term Care Illness…Baby Boomers Biggest Retirement Expense

Morning, Toni: I read your recent article about the cost of nursing homes nationwide and I am concerned that I may wipeout my 401K or savings if a long-term care need arises. I am a …