Castro County News

DHS physicals set for May 11

Physical exams for all current Dimmitt High School high school students joining band or athletics will be held May 11. Students have received a flyer with all necessary information and a QR code to complete the physicals packet online at forms.gle/c4YbEno4mVLygJuj6.

Naz Knights of Columbus to host golf scramble

The Nazareth Knights of Columbus will be holding a four-man golf scramble fundraiser on Saturday, May 14. The event will be held at the John Pittman Golf Course in Hereford and begins at 8:30 a.m.
Ladyhorns relay team, Paizlie Reyna Mata, Mia Minjarez, Elycia Gonzalez, Toree Jo Evans, won the 4x100 meter relay and 4x200 meter at the Area contest and will advance to Regionals. The 4x200 team also set a Hart High School record, running 1:49.8.

Ladyhorns relay team, Paizlie Reyna Mata, Mia Minjarez, Elycia Gonzalez, Toree Jo Evans, won the 4x100 meter relay and 4x200 meter at the Area contest and will advance to Regionals. The 4x200 team also set a Hart High School record, running 1:49.8.

Hart advances 12 to Regional track meet

The Hart Ladyhorns and Longhorns came in strong at the Area track and field championships, qualifying in 10 events for the Ladyhorns and two for the Longhorns The Ladyhorns 4x100 meter relay team (Paizlie Reyna Mata, Mia Minjarez, Elycia Gonzalez, Toree Jo Evans) and 4x200 meter team (Elycia...

DHS athletes receive awards

Dimmitt High School held its athletic banquet this past Monday and presented awards to its top athletes.
Naz tennis teams, Trent Gerber and Luke Schulte, and Harley Gerber and Carson Heiman.

Naz tennis teams, Trent Gerber and Luke Schulte, and Harley Gerber and Carson Heiman.

Naz tennis knocked out in semifinals matches

Nazareth mixed and men’s doubles players competed at the Texas UIL State Tennis Championship on April 26. The Naz men’s double team of Trent Gerber and Luke Schulte played Hunter Gutierrez and Zach Ward from Priddy in the quarterfinals, coming out on top 6-4, 7-5 and advancing.
Nazareth track advance to Regionals

Nazareth track advance to Regionals

Nazareth track advance to Regionals

Nazareth track teams competed at the Area Championships on April 20 in Vega, with several athletes qualifying for the Regional meet. Caroline Myrick had a big day, winning the 100-meter dash, 200-meter dash and long jump events.

Castro County Community Calendar

Community Calendar May 10 Dimmitt Community Blood Drive. Dimmitt City Hall. 3:30 – 7 p.m. For an appointment, please go to yourbloodinstitute.org or call (806) 331-8833, toll free 1-877-574- 8800. June 14 Soldier Boxes. Chamber of Commerce. 9 a.m. Come let your soldier’s know you care.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Pet Talk

For many people and pets, spring (aka “allergy season”) is a time of excessive sneezing, itching, and scratching. For some pets, however, their allergy season is never ending, lasting into summer, fall, and winter. Veterinary dermatologist Dr.

Library Lines ...

The Dimmitt Country Club will be the site of Dimmitt Book Club's annual spring luncheon next month. The Dutch treat event is set for Wednesday, May 11, at 11:30 a.m. for members and guests.
A salute to my dentists

A salute to my dentists

A salute to my dentists

Every morning when my mirror smiles back, I am grateful to two dentists who have helped me for decades. They must be darn good, because thanks to regular visits I’ve retained excellent cuspids, bicuspids, plus a host of workable molars. I am not the best patient.