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Hispanic Heritage Fiesta set for Oct. 1

News Staff
Thursday, September 15, 2022
The Castro County Hispanic Heritage Fiesta will take place on Oct. 1 with lots of fun things planned. The event will be held at the Castro County Courthouse on the east side street from 11 a.m. to midnight. There will be bands and a D.J., Folklorico Dancers, a Mariachi Band, games, and great food.
Two vehicle car crash at FM 1055

Two vehicle car crash at FM 1055

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Two vehicle car crash at FM 1055

News Staff
Thursday, September 15, 2022
The Castro County Sheriff’s Office answered a 911 call on Monday afternoon reporting a major crash and one person trapped in a vehicle at the intersection of FM 1055 and Texas Hwy 86.
Naz Ag students attended the Amarillo Sod Poodles game where they saw them beat the Arkansas Travelers this past weekend. Weathering some chilly weather, the group had fun and enjoyed the fireworks as well. The game was the final time this season that Sod Poodle fans could see their team at Hodgetown Stadium. The Soddies will be on the road the remainder of the year.

Naz Ag students attended the Amarillo Sod Poodles game where they saw them beat the Arkansas Travelers this past weekend. Weathering some chilly weather, the group had fun and enjoyed the fireworks as well. The game was the final time this season that Sod Poodle fans could see their team at Hodgetown Stadium. The Soddies will be on the road the remainder of the year.

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Naz Ag Updates

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
Naz Ag students attended the Amarillo Sod Poodles game where they saw them beat the Arkansas Travelers this past weekend. Weathering some chilly weather, the group had fun and enjoyed the fireworks as well.
Playa field day set for Sept. 28 in Anton

Playa field day set for Sept. 28 in Anton

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Playa field day set for Sept. 28 in Anton

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
General information about playa ecosystems, improved monitoring of playa inundation via satellite imagery, a tour of playa restoration achieved through the Texas Playa Conservation Initiative (TXPCI), and a tour of The Tap, an Ogallala Aquifer exhibit at At’ll Do Farms in Shallowater are highlights...
Vincent John Padilla

Vincent John Padilla

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Hart man arrested following search

News Staff
Thursday, September 15, 2022
The Castro County Sheriff’s Office on Sept. 12, executed a State of Texas search warrant and found drugs resulting in the arrest of Vincent John Padilla. The search occurred at the 900 block of Ave B in Hart, Texas.

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Hegar distributes $1B in sales tax revenue

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is sending cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.04 billion in local sales tax allocations for September, 13.1 percent more than in September 2021. These allocations are based on sales made in July by businesses that report tax monthly.

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Tri-State Fair kicks off on Sept. 16

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
The Tri-State Fair & Rodeo starts on Sept. 16 and will see many Castro County exhibitors competing in livestock competition and other events.
Castro County Hands of Hope volunteer Paula Sanchez, Terrie Fuentes, new board member, and Janet Sammann, vice president.

Castro County Hands of Hope volunteer Paula Sanchez, Terrie Fuentes, new board member, and Janet Sammann, vice president.

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Hands of Hope food pantry seeks new location

News Staff
Thursday, September 15, 2022
Castro County Hands of Hope is desperately in need of a new location. Cofounder and current vice president Janet Sammann said the building they currently occupy has been sold and must be vacated by Oct. 1.

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City council approves water rate increases

News Staff
Thursday, September 15, 2022
The Dimmitt City Council on Aug. 29, at an open and public meeting, approved amending the Official Fee Schedule to increase the water rates, sewer rates, garbage rates, various permit fees, and other fees charged by the City of Dimmitt to be effective Sept. 15.
(Photo above) Hart Homecoming Queen - Amanda Rodriguez, senior, was crowned at the big game this past Friday night. She is the daughter of Lluvi and Erasmo Rodriguez (Photo below) Homecoming Queen candidates included (left to right) Marcilla Barron, Priscilla Gagnard, Paizlie Reyna-Mata and Amanda Rodriguez.

(Photo above) Hart Homecoming Queen - Amanda Rodriguez, senior, was crowned at the big game this past Friday night. She is the daughter of Lluvi and Erasmo Rodriguez (Photo below) Homecoming Queen candidates included (left to right) Marcilla Barron, Priscilla Gagnard, Paizlie Reyna-Mata and Amanda Rodriguez.

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Homecoming Royalty

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
(Photo above) Hart Homecoming Queen - Amanda Rodriguez, senior, was crowned at the big game this past Friday night.
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