Castro County News

Hart ISD recognized four staff members for their years of service to the school and students: Kristen Fagan and Daisy Hernandez, 5 years; Lupe Lujan, 10 years; and Norma Reyna, 35 years.

Hart ISD recognized four staff members for their years of service to the school and students: Kristen Fagan and Daisy Hernandez, 5 years; Lupe Lujan, 10 years; and Norma Reyna, 35 years.

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Hart ISD staff recognized

News Staff
Wednesday, August 14, 2024

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Harvest Days, Fair approaching

News Staff
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
The Castro County Fair and Harvest Days is just around the corner, scheduled for Aug. 23-24, with exhibits and activities to entertain everyone at the Courthouse Square, Dimmitt City Hall and West Texas Coffee.The Fair includes many popular categories for both adults and youth including baking,...
Greg Abbott

Greg Abbott

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Abbott orders HHSC to report healthcare costs for illegal immigrants

News Staff
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Governor Greg Abbott last Thursday issued an Executive Order directing the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) to collect information on illegal immigrants who use Texas public hospitals for inpatient and emergency care and to report incurred healthcare costs.In 2021, Attorney General...

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WTAMU establishes vocal music scholarship

News Staff
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
A new planned gift puts West Texas A&M University closer to establishing a $2 million endowment for vocal scholarships.David Whatley, a WTAMU alumnus, veteran and retired businessowner, has made a $325,000 gift to WT as part of his living trust to fund the David Whatley Vocal Scholarship Endowment...

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WTAMU embedded assoc. degree program begins

News Staff
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
A new planned gift puts West Texas A&M University closer to establishing a $2 million endowment for vocal scholarships.David Whatley, a WTAMU alumnus, veteran and retired businessowner, has made a $325,000 gift to WT as part of his living trust to fund the David Whatley Vocal Scholarship Endowment...
The University and the Economy

The University and the Economy

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The University and the Economy

News Staff
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Universities impact regional economies. In rural areas where economic diversity is scant, the impact is greatest. Economic growth follows four forces.Universities require workers of every stripe, and the jobs needed are one aspect of economic development.

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Letter to the Editor

News Staff
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Dear Editor,About three weeks ago, our family was hit with a Norovirus. For most of us, it took the form of “stomach flu” or food poisoning” with which it is generally confused. Given my advanced age and immune compromised condition, it took on a more virulent character.
Shelly Joiner

Shelly Joiner

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Keep It Legal: Wills Vs. Trust

Shelly Joiner
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
August is National Make A Will Month. I do not want you to make a Last Will and Testament.I’ve been doing estate planning for a while now, and I can confidently say that trusts should be the gold standard with wills being the outliers for special circumstances.

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Library Lines ...

Gaye Reily
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Hopefully you are surviving the triple-digit heat that has engulfed us as August 2024 continues.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

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Pet Talk

News Staff
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Equine companionship is built upon a foundation of trust and care.
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