Surgeon general demands warning labels on social media apps

Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy, in an oped on Monday, said social media poses a threat to children and requires urgent action, demanding that Congress put a label on apps as it does with cigarettes and alcohol.According to a Gallup poll, teens spend nearly five hours a day on social media, and an...

Pet Talk

Swimming or playing in the water is a great form of exercise and entertainment for your dog.

Library Lines ...

“The Cool Bean” was the book that mesmerized youngsters attending Terrific Tuesday last week here at Rhoads Memorial Library.FeliceAcker, local agent with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, read the story to them as the first Terrific Tuesday of the year was held in our meeting room.The book,...

The Big Picture

So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. 2 Corinthians 4:8 The six teenagers were lying flat on their backs on the grass gazing up at the Milky Way against a night black canvas.

Tested and True

Remember when a man’s word was his bond?Trust God; we can always take Him at His word.No sure about His will for you? Maybe you’re seeking a sign?“A wicked and adulterous generation seeketh after a sign; and there shall no sign be given unto it, but the sign of the prophet Jonas.

CCH encourages summer wellness exams

Castro County Healthcare and Medical Center of Dimmitt are advocating for all community members to schedule their annual wellness exams this summer.These check-ups are a cornerstone of preventive healthcare, crucial for identifying potential health issues early and maintaining overall well-being.

Lubbock teens charged with kidnapping

Three Lubbock teens remain in custody after being arrested and indicted on federal charges of kidnapping.According to court documents, Jaydee Diaz, 19, Ryan Scott, 18, and Jamarquit Kelly, 18, were arrested for an incident that took place in January and are accused of kidnapping a woman and holding...

Sports Physicals set for July 29 at NISD

The Medical Clinic of Dimmitt will be the Nazareth ISD gym on July 29 at 9 a.m. for physicals.All seventh, nineth and 11t grade students who are participating in sports or cheerleading must have a physical.Forms are available at the office or printed off the link located on the Nazareth ISD...

Swiftette small group camp set for July

Nazareth ISD will be holding a Swiftette Small Group Camp on July 8-11.The camp is for girls entering the second grade through seventh grade.The objective of this camp is to teach the basic offensive and defensive fundamentals in a small group.

UIL approves split divisions in more sports

The University Interscholastic League announced their Legislative Councils approved split divisions for more sports including volleyball, basketball, soccer, softball and baseball.According to UIL, this change could allow more teams to win state championships by creating two separate championship...