WEATHER: (June 16, 2026) TUESDAY – High yesterday was 81° at 3:00; this morning’s low was 59° at 7:00. KPANcast: Sunny and hot with a high near 96°. High temps will exceed 100° tomorrow.
LOCAL: Gov. Abbott and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension have launched a free, web-based, training to expand the number of certified New World Screwworm inspectors. The training can be found at https://agrilifelearn.tamu.edu. Although the program is designed to produce certified inspectors any Texan can participate in the online training for educational purposes……This week Tumbleweed Smith announced his final program will take place on July 31, 2026. Tumbleweed has been a staple on the KPAN airwaves and a number of radio stations across the state bringing Texas history, folklore, small towns, unique events, colorful characters and story tellers to the ears of millions for 57 years. His program is aired weekdays at 7:45 on KPAN…… Panhandle Community Services is taking applications for their Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program. Eligible low-income households can qualify for assistance with utility bills, HVAC repairs and replacements. Visit the PCS office at 1011 East Park Ave., in Hereford, for more information……KPAN recorded .18 inch of rain in downtown Hereford at 7:00 this morning. The 72-hour total now stands at .67 of an inch at KPAN. Mesonet sites with notable totals included .45 inch at Endee, NM, .44 inch at Dimmitt, .26 of an inch at The Tree, .26 inch of rain in Friona and .23 of an inch at the Hereford site……KPAN salutes Elda Lucio as the Good Neighbor of the Day……Make life great again with a new ride from Whiteface Ford.
KPAN Pun: I survived Monday and now Tuesday wants attention.