State sales tax revenue $3.8B in September

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today said state sales tax revenue totaled $3.79 billion in September, 2.8 percent more than in September 2022. The majority of September sales tax revenue is based on sales made in August and remitted to the agency in September.

Naz FFA to hold lamb jackpot, clinic

The Nazareth FFA will be holding its Lamb Jackpot and Clinic on Oct. 19. The event is limited to FFA and 4-H members. The scales will open at 7:30 a.m. and weight cards are due by 9 a.m. The clinic will be from 9 to 10 a.m. with showmanship classes for junior, intermediate and senior participants.

Old sayings

Remember that old saying “A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush?” I thought about this today while chewing fried chicken. I don’t know what other birds are worth, but I had to pay for the chicken. Seriously, the quote goes back to ancient times.

Castro 4-H gears up for new season

A new year is about to begin for Castro County 4-H and there are a lot of important dates to keep track of. Current and potential members and volunteers are encouraged to register online at www.4-Honline. com. Upcoming events: Oct. 1-7 -National 4-H Week Oct.

Editor’s Message

On the lighter side, burning questions to ponder. If the #2 pencil is the most popular, why is it still #2? Why do we press harder on the remote control when we know the batteries are getting weak? Why are you “in” a movie, but “on” TV? What was the best thing BEFORE sliced bread?

Pet Talk

As dedicated pet owners, we do everything possible to keep our pets happy and healthy, whether it is finding the best kind of food, providing a new favorite toy, or grooming and exercising them. Another way to keep our pets in good health is by spaying or neutering them. Dr.

Library Lines ...

We received word this week at Rhoads Memorial Library that we have been accredited again by Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) for the state’s fiscal year spanning Sept. 1, through Aug. 31, 2024.