Castro County Community Calendar

Nov. 24 – Dec. 22 Sheriff’s Office Toy Drive. Donations may be dropped at the Castro County Sheriff’s Office or give to any Sheriff’s Deputy. Toys or monetary donations accepted. Forms may be picked up at the Sheriff’s Office or call 806-647-3311. Benefits youth in Castro County. Nov.

Shopping thoughts for early season buyers

If you’re like me, your mailbox is bulging with holiday gift catalogs. Yesterday I even got a catalog showing other catalogs I could order. It’s smart to choose “age appropriate” items. Last year a ten-year-old up the street got a full-sized car.

Pet Talk

Cats and dogs might seem like great gift ideas because they are so cute, but unlike other holiday gifts, pets come with a serious commitment. They aren’t toys – they are living creatures with needs. Pets require a lot of responsibility.

Library Lines ...

Occasionally people visit us here at Rhoads Memorial Library and ask if we have seen a specific photo online. Some defy description and may be an artificial intelligence-generated image.

Former Lubbock firefighter passes away

Former Lubbock firefighter Matt Dawson passed away this past weekend, leaving a legacy that will go on. In 2020, Dawson was critically injured while performing duties at a vehicle accident, suffering a traumatic brain injury and was left with long-term disabilities.

Waiting for the Return of Christ

“Men of Galilee,” they said, “why are you standing here staring into heaven? Jesus has been taken from you into heaven, but someday he will return from heaven in the same way you saw him go!

Future Inheritance

Congratulations, you’re an heir to a vast fortune! God has promised an inheritance to each member of His family. The names of His children are recorded in the book of life.

Mediators work toward extending truce in Gaza

A truce between Israel and Hamas held through Tuesday with mediators attempting to extend the cease-fire beyond Wednesday as Hamas promised to release more hostages to delay resumption of the war.

New study shows natural immunity superior to COVID-19 vax

People with protection against COVID-19 following recovery from the illness were better protected than those who received a COVID-19 vaccine, according to a new study. The paper was published by Scientific Reports on Nov. 21. According to Dr.

Texas Supreme Court hears arguments on abortion ruling

The Supreme Court of Texas heard arguments Tuesday in a landmark case that could impact how the state’s abortion laws apply to medically complicated pregnancies.