Castro County Kids Inc. Updates

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Pet Talk

As summer approaches and the promise of widespread COVID-19 vaccination becomes more hopeful, those with cabin fever may be planning exciting vacations abroad after spending the past year in their homes.

Library Lines ...

"I don't need more time. I need a deadline" is a quote attributed to the late Duke Ellington. Sadly, the procrastinator in me can relate to that sentiment as we at Rhoads Memorial Library rush to have everything ready for our Summer Reading Program.

T-Bone

I have a precious friend who got to go pick up her son from a hospital the other day. He had been driving along, doing the right thing when he was t-boned at an intersection because someone else did not pay attention.

Decide and Do!

Believer Tim Hansel, the founder of Mt. Summit Expedition, which teaches people in teams to help people in wheelchairs literally climb mountains and more, stated in his book, Holy Sweat: "It is by walking that we create the Path.

DISD honors employees

Dimmitt ISD held its annual end-of-the-year luncheon to honor it employees on May 19. Years of Service awards were given to teachers and employees in recognition of their dedicated work to the school district and students.

County students on SPC President, Deans lists

South Plains College announced four students from Castro County who made either the President’s List or Dean’s List. Emma Schilling, graduate of Dimmitt High School, was among the 300 students named to the Spring 2021 President’s List. To qualify, students must earn a GPA of 4.

Study offers ways to avoid home break ins

A new study offers Texas residents the best ways to avoid home crimes with top tactics ranging from alarm systems and guns to hanging “Beware of Dog” signs. FBI crime statistics show $15.8 billion was lost in home and property crimes in 2019.

DHS Robotics receive awards at banquet

The Dimmitt Robots wrapped up their regular season after competing in nine virtual meets, receiving numerous awards and having their banquet. DHS Team 12398 will be traveling on June 13 to compete in the UIL Robotics State Championship and Texas Cup.

HPWD to hold hearings on proposed DFCs

In accordance with Texas Water Code, the High Plains Underground Water Conservation District (HPWD) Board of Directors is seeking public comment on proposed Desired Future Conditions (DFCs) for Groundwater Management Area (GMA) 1 & 2. Castro County lies within the GMA 2.