Castro County News
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Mexico announced they are working to with five countries to have their citizens deported back to their own countries.
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Dimmitt High School Homecoming Queen – Kriselle Ramirez (top photo). She was escorted onto the field by her parents. DHS Homecoming Queen’s Court: (front row, left to right) Kriselle Ramirez, Kennia Silva, Makayla Delgado, (back row) Rosalinda Comparan, Carla Medina, Beatriz Lozano, Marco Chavez (escort). The Flame King and Queen were Beatriz Lozano and Pablo Perez.
DHS Homecoming Royalty
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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
The DHS FFA Vet Science team competed in the Vet Science Skillathon at the Tri-State Fair. Ritzy Millican and Liset Martinez placed second and third overall at the Tri-State State Fair competition, behind Gracie White from Naz FAA.
The DHS FFA Vet Science team
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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
UAW strike spreads to Texas
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The United Auto Workers (UAW) announced the union will expand its strike against major automakers by walking out of 38 General Motors and Stellantis plants in 20 states, including in North Texas.
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
USDA awards Texas HHSC funds for fraud prevention
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The Southwest Regional Office of USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service has awarded the Texas Department of Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) $723,564 to help improve their recipient fraud prevention, detection and investigation efforts by implementing principles from the SNAP Fraud Framework.
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Bobcats fall to Cubs, 47-29
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The Dimmitt Bobcats were defeated by the Brownfield Cubs, 47-29.
Dimmitt came in with 11 first downs, 91 passing yards, 84 passing yards and five penalties for 35 yards.
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Bobbies grab gold at Lago Vista
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The Dimmitt Bobbies earned a team first place at the Lago Vista Cross Country Meet this past weekend in Austin. The Bobcats came through with a fourth place as a team.
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Superstitions
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Throughout the ages, our forefathers – and foremothers too – have been told that certain things bring bad luck.
My uncle got sick one time because he did not listen to the old poem that said “Leave fresh food out of the refrigerator, and you’re sure to vomit sooner or later.”
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Castro County Community Calendar
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Sept. 22
Dimmitt Homecoming First Annual Homecoming Dance. Dimmitt Athletic Boosters. DHS Event Center, 9 to midnight. $10 person (covers entry, food and drinks) Sept. 23 & Sept. 25
Book Signing by David Espinoza. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at West Texas Coffee, 107 E. Bedford. Books will be for sale.
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Seize the moment: At 50-year mark, celebrate, strengthen the Public Information Act
Kelley Shannon
With trust in government waning, a Texas law can help keep a closer watch on public officials. Even citizens who continue to have faith in government can use this law to stay better informed.
How is taxpayer money spent? What’s happening behind the scenes as government decisions are made?
Wednesday, September 20, 2023