June rainfall double the average precipitation for the month

Body DON THOMPSON | NEWS-COURIER KNOX COUNTY – The green lawns and trees in the county are an indication of more than average moisture in the ground, and measurements at the USDANRCS James E. “Bud” Smith PlantMaterialsCenter(PMC) northwest of Knox City con- rm it.

AREA NEWS

Body HASKELL-Haskell Memorial Hospital will host a FREE Lunch and Learn on July 9, from noon until 1 p.m. Dr. Pearl Merritt of the Laura W. Bush Institute for Women will present information about the Bexa Breast Exam, a painless, radiation-free option for breast cancer screening.

Non-dairy peach ice cream

Body This time of year, fresh peaches crop up everywhere. The local farmers markets, roadside stands and grocers have them by the truckloads.Sweet, juicy peaches are enough on their own, but peach desserts such as cobblers, pies and crisps come to mind, as well.

Risk of snakebites increases during summer

Body KNOXCITY–With summer in full swing, Knox County residents are spending more time outdoors, increasing the risk of encountering venomous snakes.

The perfect cookie for summer

Body Chocolateandraspberries are simply meant to be together. The flavors have a subtle way of enhancing each other. And the tart fruit makes this cookie perfect for summertimeThumbprint cookies are like a regular cookie and a sandwich cookie produced an offspring.

The 501

Body HANABA MUNN WELCHIs the world getting smaller? Only figuratively.Vienna sausages, on the other hand, really are shrinking. I suspect it’s a global phenomenon, except perhaps in Vienna, where it’s not likely you can find any.

Library kicks off summer reading program June 29

Body “There are two motives for reading a book; one, that you enjoy it; the other, that you can boast about it.” – Bertrand Russell Whether your motive is out of enjoyment, boasting, or reading toward prizes, you are benefiting from the action. Reading is power.

Rare Texas native plant blooming in Munday

Body MUNDAY – A NeoMexicana Agave, planted in 2014 in the landscaped corner of the ATM drive-through at First Bank Texas in Munday, is amazing residents with its rare bloom.

Knox County Hospital District emphasizes importance of skin health

Body KNOXCITY–Assummerapproaches and Texans spend more time outdoors, officials at Knox County Hospital District (KCHD) are urging residents to prioritize sun safety.