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Tuesday, July 31, 2012  Due to high water use and a decline in production from water supply, the City of Dumas is implementing stage two of its water plan- a mandatory schedule for all citizens.

Thursday, March 22, 2012  The raindrops that fell from the sky on Wednesday were no doubt good for the Panhandle, but we all know it's still not enough. After the recent record-breaking drought, the City of Amarillo is again starting up its Every Drop Counts water conservation campaign.

Monday, March 12, 2012  Clocks spring forward, leaving many people tired and late.

Friday, February 24, 2012  As if the plants, flowers and trees aren't enough, the Panhandle Greenhouses are "going green".

Friday, June 24, 2011  Officials in White Deer are asking residents to not use any necessary water.

Wednesday, June 08, 2011  The drought's devastation is causing city leaders to evaluate water usage as conservation was a key topic at Tuesday's Amarillo City Commission meeting.

Thursday, February 03, 2011  High demand and a disruption in resources has Xcel asking it's customers to cut down on electricity usage.

Tuesday, August 03, 2010  Xcel Energy wants its customers in New Mexico and Texas to conserve energy Tuesday because of expected high electric demands and limits on its generating capacity.

Monday, March 08, 2010  Environmental groups say there's a simple way to conserve water in Texas: Get a new toilet.

Friday, February 20, 2009  In an effort to conserve water in the Ogallala Aquifer, the Groundwater Management Board has adopted new changes.