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Swifts defeat Leopards, 58-46

News Staff
Thursday, January 7, 2021
The Nazareth Swifts beat the New Home Leopards, 58-46. The Swifts too an early lead in the first quarter, getting a 10-point lead over New Home, 15-5. The Leopards battled in the second quarter but made a single point dent in the lead, closing the first half with Nazareth leading, 28-19.
Kari Schulte - Nazareth High School ­ Senior, Castro County & Nazareth 4-H Club, Nazareth FFA, Parents - Heath & Nicole Schulte

Kari Schulte - Nazareth High School ­ Senior, Castro County & Nazareth 4-H Club, Nazareth FFA, Parents - Heath & Nicole Schulte

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Kari Schulte - Nazareth High School ­ Senior, Castro County &Nazareth 4-H Club, Nazareth FFA, Parents - Heath & Nicole Schulte

News Staff
Thursday, January 7, 2021
Why are ag programs necessary? According to the Washington Post, in 2017, over twentytwo million U.S. adults believed that chocolate milk came from brown cows. While that may be only 7 percent of the population, everyone should have basic agricultural knowledge.
Swiftettes edge out Lady Leopards

Swiftettes edge out Lady Leopards

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Swiftettes edge out Lady Leopards

News Staff
Thursday, January 7, 2021
The Nazareth Swiftettes beat the New Home Lady Leopards in a close game, 51-45 Ṅew Home too the lead in the first quarter 17-12, but the Swiftettes narrowed the gap in the second quarter and closed the first half trailing at half time 23-21.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

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Pet Talk

News Staff
Thursday, January 7, 2021
The holiday season, or anytime is a time to show appreciation to our loved ones, both people and pets. Handmade toys and treats are a wonderful way to do so and allow owners to avoid busy stores during the pandemic, to ensure their gift is pet-safe, and to add a personalized DIY touch.

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Library Lines ...

Gaye Reily
Thursday, January 7, 2021
A wintery, snowy decor has replaced Christmas decorations here at Rhoads Memorial Library. So, for the few people who will admonish us for leaving Christmas items out too long (and they will), prepare yourself to hear me say, "These are not Christmas decorations.

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“Don’t Mess With Texas” Scholarship open to seniors

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Thursday, January 7, 2021
The Don’t Mess With Texas Scholarship contest is open for all Texas high seniors and applications are due by March 31 Ṫhis contest recognizes Texas high school seniors who are taking an active role in litter prevention in their school or community.

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In Case You Were Out

Bailey Chisum
Thursday, January 7, 2021
The touch of another person can make all the difference in our lives. I can remember the hands of my parents from when I was little. Mom’s hands were smooth and soft. You could tell that she took care of them; though, they were not without their own callouses from hours of helping dad in the field.

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That They Should Believe the Lie

Marijo Phelps
Thursday, January 7, 2021
There seems to be an incredible increase is evil and the acceptance of that evil as “normal”. Think back 10 or 20 years ago. People then, not even those professing to be Christians, would have been appalled at most everything which is now on TV or in the movies.
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