Editor’s Message

Freedom is and has always been a risky concept. But it has its advantages, for without it, human progress is impaired. Freedom allows those willing to take chances, to try things others fear to do, whether in business, sports or life in general. But it is fraught with unforeseen pitfalls and turns.

Pet Talk

Pets come with some powerful health benefits. Here’s how caring for a dog, cat, or other animal can help relieve depression and anxiety, lower stress, and improve your heart health. Most pet owners are clear about the immediate joys that come with sharing their lives with companion animals.

Library Lines ...

Every year there is a book that catches fire, figuratively, with the reading public and becomes a “must read.” In recent years, such novels have been “Lessons in Chemistry,” “Where the Crawdads Sing”, and “Someone Else’s Shoes”, to name a few.

Now Swim

In his heart, a man plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps. Proverbs 16:9 I walked into the radio station seeking a part-time job. It was back in 1994 shortly after I completed my 3-year Bible course. I was prepared to do anything just to bring in an income.

State Rep. Price announces retirement

State Rep. Four Price, Republican from Amarillo, announced that he will not seek reelection after seven terms in the House. “I’ve given this decision considerable thought and believe the time is right to complete my service as a House member,” said Price.

Heal the Rifts

“Now it is not an enemy who insults me, otherwise I could bear it; it is not a foe who rises up against me, otherwise I could hide from him. But it is you, a man who is my peer, my companion and good friend! We used to have close fellowship; we walked with the crowd into the house of God.

Two arrested for injuring 10-month-old baby

Two individuals were arrested last Thursday and charged with injuring a 10month baby girl. According to court documents, McLayne Hall, 28, and Cotton Nicole Newbrough, 24, were arrested and taken into custody.

Justice Department sues Texas over floating barrier

The U.S. Justice Department announced it is suing Texas and Gov. Greg Abbott after the state declined to remove the floating barrier deployed on the Rio Grande near Eagle Pass. The lawsuit was filed in an Austin federal court and alleges the barrier was installed without authorization from the U.S.

Wolfforth man pleads guilty in death of son

A Wolfforth man has been sentenced to 50 years in prison after pleading guilty to aggravated assault in the 2021 death of his 3-monthold son. On Nov. 21, Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office responded to residence in Wolfforth where they found the baby, Benjamin Ortega, in cardiac arrest.

DISD approves waiver, proposals

The Dimmitt ISD trustees held their regular meeting on July 10, hearing reports from the superintendent and approving contracts as the new school year approaches.