Amarillo, Lubbock report on Covid-19

Amarillo health officials reported a drop of 473 net active COVID-19 cases and a drop in the region's hospitalization rate this past Tuesday. Hospitalizations in Potter and Randall counties for Covid patients is at 3.59%. Total adult bed utilization in the hospitals (all patients) is at 89%.

Sheriff Santa’s Deputies

The Castro County Sheriff’s Office Annual Toy Drive was a big success. Donations and support by the community allowed the Sheriff’s Office to provide toys and other items to 95 children in the county.

Texas cattle brand deadline nears

All Texas cattle brands, marks and tattoos are set to expire after Aug. 30 and must be renewed by Feb. 28, 2022. Brand owners had a grace period to re-register brands beginning Aug. 31 and failing to do so leaves their brand open for anyone to take.

Swiftettes updates

Swiftettes defeat Lady Tigers, 71-23 The Nazareth Swiftettes scored a big win over the Hartley Lady Tigers, 71-23. The Swiftettes came in with 25/48 (52%) with 10/19 (53%) 3-point shots, 11/17 (65%) free throws, 18 rebounds, 21 assists and 19 steals.

Pet Talk

The holiday season is a great time to invite new and old friends, alike, to join in the festivities. But introducing these guests to your pets has the potential to be either an exciting playtime or stressful evening for them.

Library Lines ...

Christmas is upon us, and we here at Rhoads Memorial Library are taking time off to celebrate the holiday and spend time with family and friends. We will close at noon on Thursday, Dec. 23, and remain closed until we re-open at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 28.