Castro County News

Texas A&M AgriLife announces move

Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center of Amarillo will move to Canyon to complete an agricultural research, education and outreach powerhouse on the West Texas A&M University campus. Funding for the new, $30 million center was approved May 19 by The Texas A&M University Board of Regents.
Nazareth Post 528 Commander Clyde Schulte and Angie Milton of the American Legion Auxiliary presented an encased wall hanging flag to the family of William C. “Junior” Hochstein.

Nazareth Post 528 Commander Clyde Schulte and Angie Milton of the American Legion Auxiliary presented an encased wall hanging flag to the family of William C. “Junior” Hochstein.

Memorial Day tradition continues in Naz

While their numbers may be dwindling, members of the Francis Wilhelm Memorial American Legion Post 528 at Nazareth still held to tradition on Memorial Day, May 30.
Dimmitt High School selected its 2022-23 Student Council Board officers. Audrey Wooten will serve as president. Serving as vice presidents are Ivan Moreno, Anna Wooten, Klancy Bruton and Will VanZee.

Dimmitt High School selected its 2022-23 Student Council Board officers. Audrey Wooten will serve as president. Serving as vice presidents are Ivan Moreno, Anna Wooten, Klancy Bruton and Will VanZee.

Area students graduate from SPC

South Plains College had more than 1,300 students who received their academic degree or certificate on May 13, including several area students.

Pet Talk

When the weather heats up, many people and pups love getting in the water to cool down. Whether a dog enjoys swimming or just splashing in the shallows, there are several things to keep in mind to ensure they stay safe this summer.

Library Lines ...

Do you need some entertainment while you take a long driving trip or prepare to tackle some home improvement project? We may have just the thing for you here at Rhoads Memorial Library.

Taking an Offense

He did not retaliate when he was insulted, nor threaten revenge when he suffered. He left his case in the hands of God, who always judges fairly. (1 Peter 2:23 NLT) Taking an offense to someone offended by you is like pouring gasoline on a fire.

King Me

When thinking of the game of checkers, I remember my Grandpa Ford. He was always eager to play a game with my Dad or any of his grandchildren. He and grandma lived with my Uncle Wallace and Aunt Jessie and I’d guess that he played with them when they weren't too busy.
Concerns arise for cattle

Concerns arise for cattle

Concerns arise for cattle producers over federal mandates

Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) and American Farm Bureau Federation(AFBF) has raised concerns that possible legislation (Senate Bill 3229) federally mandating cash trade for cattle will be inserted into the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act, decreasing the price of cattle in Texas from $17...

Open Letter to High School Class of 2022

I am begging your pardon for a somber reflection amidst the joy of the near completion of high school – not to be a wet rag on that accomplishment, but a bright light on the realities of postsecondary education. If you are going on to a state university, your GPA is a 3.