We have had several good showers in the county that were really needed in many parts. It is the time of year when it really gets dry if there is not rain for the hot, dry wind dries the ground fast. The cooler nights, which stretch into the early mornings, have also been a welcome relief from the high temperatures, which we had early in the month.

Those who are sick or shut-in and in need of prayers for whatever the need: William Barber, David and Joyce Barnes, G. Y. Bennett, Connie Bonner, Barbara Brown, Dorothy Brown, Amy Carroll, Betty Carroll, Dorothy Carroll, Joann Carroll, Kathleen...