Castro County News

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.
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.
Caterpillar Inc. bound for Texas

Caterpillar Inc. bound for Texas

Caterpillar Inc. bound for Texas

Caterpillar Inc., the producer of yellow construction and mining equipment, will be moving its headquarters to Irving, ending a ending its century-long history in Illinois.
40th Panhandle Parade of Breeds set to begin June 16

40th Panhandle Parade of Breeds set to begin June 16

40th Panhandle Parade of Breeds set to begin June 16

The 40th Panhandle Parade of Breeds junior heifer and steer show will be held June 16, 17 and 18 at the Ollie Liner Center, Plainview, Texas. The barn opens at noon Thursday for arrival of heifers and steers. All Mini breeds must be checked in on Thursday.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Pet Talk

When pet owners think about protecting their animal from parasites, the first creepy creatures that come to mind are often fleas, ticks, and heartworms. But one less well-known parasite to watch out for is Giardia, which has strains that infect dogs, cats, and even people.