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New Law Simplifies Access To SNAP

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
SB 224 authored by Texas State Senator Charles Perry and sponsored by Rep. Armando Walle became law after being signed by Governor Greg Abbott.
Castro County Sheriff’s Office Report

Castro County Sheriff’s Office Report

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Castro County Sheriff’s Office Report

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
CASTRO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Persons Arrested & Booked into Jail June 15 to 28 All information of persons arrested and booked into the Castro County Jail are open records: June 16 Jorge Martinez, 21 of Dimmitt, was arrested by the Sheriff’s Office on a Castro County warrant for DWI with...
Covid aid directed to ag sector

Covid aid directed to ag sector

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Covid aid directed to ag sector

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack at a Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing last Tuesday said biofuel producers, dairy farmers, and meat processors will receive a major portion of up to $4 billion in coronavirus aid programs that will be implemented over the next 60 days.

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Stewarding Our Aquifer Field Day set for June 30

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
With another intensive irrigation season underway this summer a Stewarding Our Aquifer Field Day will be presented by Ogallala Commons on Wednesday, June 30, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Kress, in Swisher County.
Editor’s Message

Editor’s Message

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Editor’s Message

Lynda Bryant Work
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
More federal government overreach by the USDA and ridiculous spending has the taxpayer footing the bill on an absurd lawsuit. The USDA is in a dispute against a South Dakota farm family over a mud puddle. Said mud puddle is in the middle of prime farmland.
Abbott signs permitless gun carry bill

Abbott signs permitless gun carry bill

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Abbott signs permitless gun carry bill

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Governor Greg Abbott last week signed seven pieces of legislation into law to protect Second Amendment Rights in Texas.
DPD Officer Tony Martinez, new Assistant Police Chief, and Officer Bobby Tagle were introduced at the city council meeting by Police Chief Miguel Ontiveros.

DPD Officer Tony Martinez, new Assistant Police Chief, and Officer Bobby Tagle were introduced at the city council meeting by Police Chief Miguel Ontiveros.

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Police officers added to DPD

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
The Dimmitt City Council Monday put their stamp of approval on two additions to the Dimmitt Police Department. DPD Police Chief Miguel Ontiveros introduced the two officers at the meeting.
Harman-Hermesmeyer receives Army promotion

Harman-Hermesmeyer receives Army promotion

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Harman-Hermesmeyer receives Army promotion

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Renea Harmon-Hermesmeyer, U.S. Army, received her promotion to Master Sergeant from husband USAF veteran Michael Hermesmeyer and son Robert, on June 14. The couple is currently at her duty station at Fort Knox, Kentucky, where she serves as the Professional Development NCO (PDNCO) for 92 Alpha MOS.
Naz German Festival, concert gears up for July

Naz German Festival, concert gears up for July

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Naz German Festival, concert gears up for July

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
The 49th Annual Nazareth German Festival and Suds & Sounds is back this year and will be held on July 10. The event is hosted by the Nazareth Knights of Columbus and Nazareth Community Hall.
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