Castro County News

FIRST DEAN’S LIST

FIRST DEAN’S LIST

FIRST DEAN’S LIST

News Staff
Thursday, December 18, 2025
In an effort to recognize the leadership and dedication of the most outstanding secondary school students from FIRST, the Kamen family sponsors awards for selected 10th and 11th-grade students known as the FIRST Tech Challenge FIRST Dean's List Award.
COAT DRIVE CREW

COAT DRIVE CREW

COAT DRIVE CREW

News Staff
Thursday, December 18, 2025
The First Grade Class of Nazareth ISD along with their teacher, Kristin Braddock helped with the coat drive hosted by Communities in Schools that benefits Dimmitt ISD students. Mrs. Braddock's First Grade Class made signs for the coat drive, collected and even folded and organized the bags of coats.
Hart Junior High basketball teams brought home second place at the Lubbock Tournament.

Hart Junior High basketball teams brought home second place at the Lubbock Tournament.

HART JH HOOPS

News Staff
Thursday, December 18, 2025
The 2016 Clown Panic ... a fool’s errand

The 2016 Clown Panic ... a fool’s errand

The 2016 Clown Panic ... a fool’s errand

Chuck Bednorz
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
In the long, storied history of Texas panics, (like finding an affordable generator in November of 1999, or being able to purchase toilet paper and hand sanitizer almost twenty years later), none was as inexplicable or inane as The Great Murder Clown Panic of 2016.
Jeff Blackmon

Jeff Blackmon

LAUGHS OF THE WEEK

News Staff
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Compiled off the Internet by Jeff Blackmon, Publisher of the Hereford BRAND Funny state laws Texas:• A city ordinance states that a person cannot go barefoot without first obtaining a special five-dollar permit.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Pet Talk

News Staff
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
The holiday season brings fun, food, and family, but for some, the travel it takes to get there can be chaotic and stressful. For pet owners hoping to include their furry friends in the festivities, a little extra planning can make all the difference in ensuring a smooth and happy trip.Dr.
Display for the month of December, 2025, at Rhoads Memorial Library focuses on the Grinch. Family members of the library staff who are showing off the display are, kneeling from left, Francisco Medina, Ava Oltivero, and Andre Oltivero. Standing, from left, are Hugo Sanchez, Kehlani Oltivero, and Grace Medina.

Display for the month of December, 2025, at Rhoads Memorial Library focuses on the Grinch. Family members of the library staff who are showing off the display are, kneeling from left, Francisco Medina, Ava Oltivero, and Andre Oltivero. Standing, from left, are Hugo Sanchez, Kehlani Oltivero, and Grace Medina.

LIBRARY LINES ... BY GAYE REILY

News Staff
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Yuletide decor abounds here at Rhoads Memorial Library as our large tree and Christmas decorations are making their annual appearance throughout the facility. Several holiday- themed books are available for all ages and are ready for checkout.
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