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Texas A&M AgriLife experts anticipate a slower cattle herd rebuild and tighter cattle supplies will continue to ripple from cow-calf operations all the way to grocery stores (Courtney Sacco/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Texas A&M AgriLife experts anticipate a slower cattle herd rebuild and tighter cattle supplies will continue to ripple from cow-calf operations all the way to grocery stores (Courtney Sacco/Texas A&M AgriLife)

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Texas beef herd signals higher prices ahead for producers, consumers

News Staff
Thursday, February 12, 2026
The latest U.S. Department of Agriculture cattle inventory report delivered another clear signal that the U.S. beef herd has yet to turn the corner, and Texas remains central to the story, said Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.

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TWC Recognizes Career and Technical Education Month

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
This February, the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is celebrating Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month by highlighting the value of CTE programs and the students who are preparing for high-skill technical careers in more than 460 different fields across the state.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

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Pet Talk

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
The thought of your pet undergoing sedation or anesthesia can be stressful, but these techniques can be an important step in a pet’s medical care.Dr.

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LIBRARY LINES

Library Lines ... By Gaye Reily
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Dimmitt Book Club holds its first meeting of 2026 as it convenes Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026, at 2 p.m. in the meeting room here at Rhoads Memorial Library. Dimmitt native Dwight McDonald is slated to be the guest speaker; the public is invited to attend this free event.
Above, the Citizen of the Year Award at the Dimmitt Chamber of Commerce was Hands of Hope. Live auction winners at the annual event included George Strait Tickets going to Kalan and Lana Steinle, a griddle won by Levi Lunsford, Flowers for a Year-WALK Cattle Company (sent to CVL), a Glock went to Mike and Cindy Odom, a recliner went to Kalan and Lana Steinle and a Kid’s Gator went to Zack and Taylor Riley. (Courtesy photo)

Above, the Citizen of the Year Award at the Dimmitt Chamber of Commerce was Hands of Hope. Live auction winners at the annual event included George Strait Tickets going to Kalan and Lana Steinle, a griddle won by Levi Lunsford, Flowers for a Year-WALK Cattle Company (sent to CVL), a Glock went to Mike and Cindy Odom, a recliner went to Kalan and Lana Steinle and a Kid’s Gator went to Zack and Taylor Riley. (Courtesy photo)

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CHAMBER HONORS

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Wednesday, February 4, 2026

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Swiftettes top Happy, move to 10-0 in district play

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
The Nazareth Swiftettes continue to dominate District 4-1A. Their latest opponent, Happy, felt the full extent of Nazareth’s determination falling 95-19 to the Swiftettes who remain ranked in the top 3 of Class A hoops.Leading the charge was Kambri Cleavinger who scored 25 points in the win.
CHAMBER HONORS

CHAMBER HONORS

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CHAMBER HONORS

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Earning top honors at the Dimmitt Chamber of Commerce annual banquet included Educator of the Year - Laura Ro - driguez (above), Educator Through the Years - Angelica Okamoto (top, right), Citizens Through the Years - Roger and Geneva Malone (top, left) and Chamber Business of the Year - Mario's...
Castro County Sheriff Sal Rivera (left) pictured with Castro County Chief Deputy Brent Harrison. Harrison was recognized recently at a firearms show in Las Vegas, Nev.

Castro County Sheriff Sal Rivera (left) pictured with Castro County Chief Deputy Brent Harrison. Harrison was recognized recently at a firearms show in Las Vegas, Nev.

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Castro County Deputy honored in Las Vegas

News Staff
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
On January 21, Chief Deputy Brent Harrison was honored at SHOT Show 2026 in Las Vegas, Nevada. SHOT Show is widely regarded as the largest .rearms industry trade show in the world.
Mandy Gfeller

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Castro County Judge’s Report

Mandy Gfeller
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
From the Chamber Soup Lunch to the County Stock Show and the Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet, it was wonderful to see so many people coming together. The Stock Show was a great week, and I always enjoy watching our youth exhibit their animals and seeing the hard work they put into their projects.
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