DISD tax election set for Nov. 8

Challenges to Texas schools abound across the state, and Dimmitt Independent School District is no exception, with teacher and employee compensation, hiring and retention, facility safety and security, student services and district technology being at the forefront of concerns.

Nominations being accepted for Chamber awards

The Dimmitt Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for Citizen of/through the Years and Agricultural Family of the Year. The awards will be presented at the Chamber Annual Banquet set for Jan. 21, 2023.

Texas leaders warm up for 88th session

It isn’t just the elections that are nearing, but also the upcoming Texas Legislature’s 88th session in just four months, when state lawmakers will spend 140 days trying to sort out the issues in Texas.

Naz gears up for Homecoming

The Nazareth school and community have been busy with homecoming week activities. The theme for homecoming week included jersey, celebrity, stereotype, class color wars and blue and gold. Students kicked off things this past Sunday by painting their names on the street.

Longhorns score win against Bobcats

The Hart Longhorns came in with big win over the Rule Bobcats this past Friday, 62-52 Hart took charge in the first quarter, scoring a touchdown on a Rule fumble that was recovered by Longhorns Noah Marin, putting the Hart squad up 6-0.

Texas open government laws are for everyone

Across the state, Texans are keeping a closer eye on their government. They’re asking questions and demanding information. There’s a renewed awareness of our transparency laws.

Nursery rhyme re-visit

As I get older, I try to learn something every day. That’s not always possible, because some days I just watch reruns. I’m not alone in this mission. My friend Lucas spent months trying to read deeper meanings into old nursery rhymes. For instance, “Incy Wincy Spider climbed up the waterspout.

Pet Talk

A diagnosis of chronic pain may sound scary to anyone. Fortunately, many treatment options are available to ease and improve the symptoms of chronic pain in pets.