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Sheriff’s Report

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Persons Arrested & Booked into Jail July 1 to July 10 All information of persons arrested and booked into the Castro County Jail are open records: July 1 Jose Rodriguez, 22 of Friona, was arrested by the Dimmitt Police for DWI 1st Offense.

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Colmenero named interim AG

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
On Monday, Governor Greg Abbott appointed Angela Colmenero as the interim Attorney General of Texas, under Article 15, Section 5 of the Texas Constitution.

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State sales tax $3.9B in June

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar today said state sales tax revenue totaled $3.92 billion in June, 6.8 percent more than in June 2022. The majority of June sales tax revenue is based on sales made in May and remitted to the agency in June.
Gov. Greg Abbott named Angela Colmenero interim Attorney General of Texas on Monday, July 10.

Gov. Greg Abbott named Angela Colmenero interim Attorney General of Texas on Monday, July 10.

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Property tax cut legislation agreement announced

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and Speaker Dade Phelan earlier this week issued a joint statement on an agreement on proposed legislation that will deliver the biggest property tax cut in Texas history.

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HCA Healthcare reports data breach

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
HCA Healthcare revealed Monday that approximately 11 million patients have been affected by what is considered the largest data breach ever reported by a healthcare provider.
Team Roping Champs

Team Roping Champs

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Team Roping Champs

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Wednesday, July 12, 2023
After one date reset and relocation due to weather obstacles, the Olen Schulte Memorial Team Roping was held on July 7 at Will Rogers Range Riders arena in Amarillo. Team Roping Champions were Troy McDonald (Header) and Kagen Pillars (Heeler). The event had over $9,000 in payouts.

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Dimmit Chamber golf tourney set Aug. 12

News Staff
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
The Dimmitt Chamber of Commerce is already gearing up their annual golf tournament, set for Aug. 12 at Dimmitt Recreation and Country Club. The event will feature a four-person scramble at $400 per team and includes a meal, drink tickets, two mulligans per golfer and one raffle ticket per golfer.
Cadillac Ranch outside Amarillo.

Cadillac Ranch outside Amarillo.

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Weekend fun to be had in the Texas Panhandle

News Staff
Wednesday, July 5, 2023
With inflation rising and people trying to stretch every dollar, it is safe to say that many aren’t going on extended vacations and long trips, but there are things in the Texas Panhandle to do and see to take a break from the weekly routine.
Dogs prone to heat stroke in summer

Dogs prone to heat stroke in summer

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Dogs prone to heat stroke in summer

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Wednesday, July 5, 2023
With the Texas temperatures rising and the two hottest months of the year underway, dog and cat owners should be aware of heat stroke symptoms like excessive panting, vomiting, diarrhea and distressed behavior.
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