Big announcements for TTU Raider baseball

Texas Tech baseball continues to forge ahead into the future, with two big announcements. Texas Tech has reached an agreement with Coach Tim Tadlock for a lifetime contract. Tadlock, current head baseball coach for the Red Raiders, has been with the university since 2013.

Summer fitness for athletes

Any school break can be a training challenge for high school athletes, but summer has unique issues. Not only is the time off from school and practice longer than at other breaks, but summer heat also adds a formidable risk factor.

Summertime: Exploring the Texas Panhandle

At some point the rain will stop and people will have the opportunity to explore the Texas Panhandle for summer excursions. The great thing is, it can be done on day trips or a regular vacation. So, grab a camera and hiking shoes and head out for some sightseeing and fun.

Pet Talk

Before anyone seriously considers pet ownership, they first need to carefully examine the many reasons why they should not get a pet. While pets may have cute and adorable eyes which are nearly impossible to resist, the truth of the matter is that pet ownership does not suit everyone.

Library Lines ...

It is full steam ahead here at Rhoads Memorial Library as our Summer Reading Program progresses. Books are flying off the shelves (figuratively) as children are tasked with reading them (or being read to) in a quest for prizes.

A Shocking Conversation

“Do you need a push?” I asked the elderly gentleman with a grey scruffy beard. With his weathered face, he looked at me sideways as he struggled to propel his wheelchair down a hall. Both of his legs were amputated. “Sure,” he said. I pushed him to the main entrance of the nursing facility.

Slow Down

Warning signs serve as warnings. That might seem logical; it is. When we see a road sign alerting us to the danger of a dangerous curve we slow down. Warning signs should not be ignored; ‘SLOW CHILDREN AT PLAY.’ Seeing the sign, drivers reduce their speed and watch for children.

Unity in Community

Don’t let anyone think less of you because you are young.

Cactus Theater offers summer entertainment

The Cactus Theater is now offering live entertainment following reopening after the Covid-19 pandemic. It will offer a lineup of great performers throughout the summer.

Rodriguez to graduate

Karina Rodriguez, daughter of Sonya and James Gonzalez of San Antonio, and granddaughter of Tomas and Rebecca Rodriguez, will graduate on June 11 at Alamo Stadium. Karina is the great-granddaughter of Ramona Sandoval and the late Ray Sandoval of Dimmitt, Texas.