County, Features Crickets! by Special to the Herald Times on June 7, 2023 Special to the Herald Times Author More in County: RIO HAPPENINGS:OCTOBER 4-10, 2026 October 14, 2026 COMMUNITY CALENDAR – October 15th, 2026 October 14, 2026 Wildlife commissioner Maguire gets an earful October 14, 2026 This year’s crop of anabrus simplex (also known as shield-backed katydids or Mormon crickets) are in their “dark phase” – migrating in bands. They’ve been seen crossing Hwy. 64 and 40 in the last few weeks. Chance Walker Photo/Video