Castro County News

FDA approves vaccine under protest by doctors

(Children’s Health Defense) The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) vaccine advisory panel voted unanimously to recommend Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 6 to 17 after determining the benefits of the vaccine outweigh the risks for use.
Tourism strong at Lake Meridith despite high gas p

Tourism strong at Lake Meridith despite high gas p

Tourism strong at Lake Meridith despite high gas prices

With the nation experiencing high gas prices and inflation, many summer vacations have been cancelled or changed. Despite the current state of the economy local businesses say visitors, bait, tackle, watercraft and boat rentals are strong and steady for Lake Meredith National Recreation Area.

Fourth on Broadway announces July 4 festivities

For those looking for some fun on July 4 holidays, organizers for the 32nd Annual Fourth on Broadway in Lubbock have announced the lineup for the weekend’s festivities complete with music, a parade, fish eating contests, inflatables, games and lots of free activities.

Editor’s Message

Nazareth ISD continues to prove that it has a the right “recipe” for developing character and success in both academics and athletic competition. The most recent trip to state for the Nazareth Swifts is indicative of that.
Grocery Store Visit

Grocery Store Visit

Grocery Store Visit

Last week when I walked into the grocery, I was in no hurry. If I get home too early, my wife makes me work. Each time I enter that store, I scrub my hands with the free sanitizer. After a couple minutes, I am the model of sterility. An older lady at a small table invites me to try a new recipe.

Odessa water line failure impacts entire city

Governor Gregg Abbott directed state agencies, through the Texas Division of Emergency (TDEM), to coordinate and deploy resources in response to a disaster declaration issued by Ector County Judge Debi Hays resulting from the City of Odessa main water line failure currently impacting approximately...
Swifts end superb season

Swifts end superb season

Swifts end superb season

The Nazareth Swifts arrived home as the runners-up for the state title after competing at the Texas UIL 1A State Championship in Round Rock following a strong, and often exciting season of baseball. After the state ranked No. 2 Swifts took down the No.
Hegar distributes $1B in sales tax revenue

Hegar distributes $1B in sales tax revenue

Hegar distributes $1B in sales tax revenue

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose taxing districts $1.01 billion in local sales tax allocations for June, 11.6 percent more than in June 202.
Coach Tyler Goodwin

Coach Tyler Goodwin

Coach Tyler Goodwin

Nazareth Coach Tyler Goodwin received a Special Achievement Award at the Texas Panhandle Sports Hall of Fame banquet in Amarillo, selected for his role in guiding the Swifts to the State Championship.