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Formal Events

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Formal Events

News Staff

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Three big things happen each winter: We celebrate the New Year, watch basketball, and go to formal dances. Women understand these events. Many guys, who consider formal dress to mean a tie without a sports team logo, do not.

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Aquifer Day is Feb. 8

News Staff

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

A Stewarding Our Aquifer Field Day will examine how playas, the under-appreciated natural ephemeral wetlands abundantly dotting the region in a density as great as one per square mile, can play a critical role in the water future of the area. The field day is scheduled for Feb.

Pet Talk

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Pet Talk

News Staff

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Having a stressed or sick pet is concerning, especially if diarrhea, gas, and digestive issues are present. A probiotic could ease those digestive issues, but there are some considerations that an owner should be aware of before choosing one. Dr.

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Library Lines ...

Gaye Reily

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

“Surprise, Surprise!” will be the featured program when Dimmitt Book Club convenes in the meeting room here at Rhoads Memorial Library. The event will commence Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 2 p.m. Mary Ruth Baird is in charge of the program and assures us that a published author will be featured.

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The Real Hope and Anchor

Dudley Anderson

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, and which enters the Presence behind the veil. Hebrews 6:19 We have a pub in our town called, The Hope and Anchor. It was once for sale, and I had the idea of purchasing it and turning it into a friendly coffee shop.

Texas AgriLife Extension agent Felice Acker and Texas 4-H STEM Ambassador Spencer Acker accepted a generous grant from the Texas AgriWomen Panhandle Chapter on behalf of the Castro County 4-H Club. The $825 grant will be used for the 4-H Youth rocketry program this spring and summer (watch for sign up) Felice Acker said the support of Texas AgriWomen and their donors to the program and to others across the Texas Panhandle is appreciated.

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Spitting Image

Pam Ford Davis

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Who do you look like? Most people say I look just like my Mom. I do have a nose like hers but it’s mostly Dad that I see in my face in the mirror. I once had a total stranger walk up to me and say I looked like Hillary Clinton.

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USDA announces assistance to dairy farmers

News Staff

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the details of additional assistance for dairy producers, including a second round of payments through the Pandemic Market Volatility Assistance Program (PMVAP) and a new Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP).

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U.S., Mexico agreement on GMO corn trade stalls

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Mexico has failed to satisfy the concerns of the United States over a potential ban on imports of U.S.-grown GMO corn, according to trade offi cials after negotiations in Mexico City on Monday.

The Pink Ladies were name Citizens Through the Years.

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Chamber honors citizens, business

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

The Dimmitt Chamber of Commerce held its annual banquet to celebrate deserving teachers, citizens and businesses.

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Property tax relief on proposed budget

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023

In their inaugural speeches last week, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick and Governor Greg Abbott said that governor, the speaker and members were going to find a way for long term property tax relief with the billions of dollars from the surplus. Both laid out property tax cuts as their top priority.

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