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U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington of Lubbock led his fellow Texas Republican colleagues in a press conference emphasizing Texas’ right to protect its border in a press conference this week.

U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington of Lubbock led his fellow Texas Republican colleagues in a press conference emphasizing Texas’ right to protect its border in a press conference this week.

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Arrington defends border policy

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington of Lubbock led his fellow Texas Republican colleagues in a press conference emphasizing Texas’ right to protect its border from invasion and vowed to halt federal funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Arrington was joined by U.

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County Fair, Harvest Days set for Aug. 25-26

News Staff
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
The Castro County Fair and Harvest Days Celebration is coming up fast and is scheduled for Aug. 25-26. The theme this year is “Paradise on the Plains.” Entries and exhibits should be brought to the Dimmitt City Hall on Friday between noon and 6 p.m.

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Sales tax holiday set for Aug. 11 – 13

News Staff
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding shoppers they can save money on clothes and school supplies during the state’s sales tax holiday on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 11-13.

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Hagar reports $3.9B in sales tax revenue

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar reported that state sales tax revenue totaled $3.99 billion in July, 2.7 percent more than in July 2022. The majority of July sales tax revenue is based on sales made in June and remitted to the agency in July.

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Naz fundraiser set for July 28

News Staff
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
Nazareth will be holding a Community Ballpark Fundraiser on July 28 starting at 6 p.m. The committee is collecting donations for a new building with a goal of $10,000. The building will contain bathrooms, dressing rooms, storage space and a concession stand.

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WTAMU receives $6M for CAFAP ag program

News Staff
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
West Texas A&M University is cementing itself as the primary resource for ensuring the resiliency of the global food supply chain, thanks to recently announced state funding. As part of a record $1.19 billion in new spending approved by Gov.
The final Terrific Tuesday was held at Rhoads Memorial Library with a “visit” to Egypt. Spencer Acker read a book to attendees, built pyramids out of cups, enjoyed dole whip cups for snacks. Terrific Tuesday was led by Felice Acker, Castro County Extension Agent and brought activities to local youth throughout the summer with the assistance of teen helpers.

The final Terrific Tuesday was held at Rhoads Memorial Library with a “visit” to Egypt. Spencer Acker read a book to attendees, built pyramids out of cups, enjoyed dole whip cups for snacks. Terrific Tuesday was led by Felice Acker, Castro County Extension Agent and brought activities to local youth throughout the summer with the assistance of teen helpers.

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Texas schools challenged by sexual predators

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
As reports, arrests and convictions continue, many Texas parents have grown concerned about the public education system sexualizing children and exposing students to sex-related topics and explicit material, and just as disturbing is the string of school employees charged with sex crimes and...
My return to fashion

My return to fashion

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My return to fashion

News Staff
Wednesday, July 26, 2023
All my life, I’ve found it hard to resist a good bargain. So, the pandemic a couple years ago briefly curtailed my excellent purchasing decisions. I was always out in the stores, shopping for the latest in exercise equipment, self-help videos, or ideas to impress my supervisors.
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