Dimmitt High School and Middle School cross country athletes

Dimmitt High School and Middle School cross country athletes got the season underway at the Canyon 6-Mile Relay this past Saturday. The varsity boys and DMS boys ranked the highest among competing teams from Dimmitt, both placing fifth overall in large groups of competitors.

Bobcats fall to Cyclones, 26-8

The Dimmitt Bobcats dropped their season opener against the Memphis Cyclones, 26-8. Memphis took charge in the first quarter in the first quarter, scoring a touchdown on a 74-yard pass, taking the lead 6-0.

Longhorns fall to Roos, 61-14

The Hart Longhorns faced the Kress Kangaroos on Friday and lost that contest 61-14. The Roos took charge in the first quarter scoring six touchdowns and three extra points, putting them 2 up 48-0.

Texas Tech’s Goin’ Band headed to Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Texas Tech University’s Goin’ Band from Raiderland became famous for traveling with the football team back when that wasn’t the norm. Since its establishment 97 years ago, it has played on some pretty large stages, too – bowl games, NFL halftime shows and even a St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Ireland.

Superstitions

Throughout the ages, our forefathers – and foremothers too – have been told that certain things bring bad luck. As a kid, I always heard “If you step on a crack, you’ll break your mother’s back.”

Mental Toughness, Tenacity

Oxford Reference defines mental toughness: A quality of mind or intellect characterized by, among other things, a refusal to be intimidated, a determination to finish a contest even when things are going badly, and an ability to control emotions and remain highly focused when under the pressure of...

Library Lines ...

September has arrived and, while autumn is not officially upon us until Sept. 22, we are gearing up for the season here at Rhoads Memorial Library. The fall decor is out, and our season-appropriate bulletin board encourages readers to 'leaf' through a good book.

Pet Talk

One of the scariest things a pet owner can witness is their beloved companion having a seizure, especially if it is the first time. Knowing what to do in this situation can not only help an owner stay calm and collected but can also help protect a seizing animal from injury.

Single-Minded - Devotional

I hate the double-minded, but I love your law. Psalm 119:113 Author Christie Caine said, 'Fix your eyes on Jesus because where you look you will go. What you behold you will become.' Kathryn was a talented young woman, filled with God’s Holy Spirit and anointed to preach the gospel.

Shower held honoring the Beames

A wedding shower honoring Dillon and Jaimye Beames was held on Sunday, August 14, 2022, from 9 to 10 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall at the First United Methodist Church in Dimmitt.