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Bobcats fall to Steers, 36-26

Bobcats fall to Steers, 36-26

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Bobcats fall to Steers, 36-26

News Staff
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
The Dimmitt Bobcats fell to the Farwell Steers, 36-26. Farwell took a 14-8 lead over the Bobcats in the first quarter, with both teams scoring evenly in the second quarter, keeping the Steers on top going into halftime, 21- 15.
Castro County Community Corner

Castro County Community Corner

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Castro County Community Corner

News Staff
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
The DHS FCA organized a community service Christmas party, along with FCCLA for cookie decorating, CIS-Christmas karaoke; NHS-Food Drive; Spanish Club-Mexican hot chocolate; STUCCO-Ugly Sweater Contest; Yearbook Club-Photo Booth.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

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Pet Talk

News Staff
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
The holiday season is a favorite time of year for many who transform their homes with festive decorations, bake winter treats, and open their doors to guests.
No, it's not Santa's helpers - it's librarians Sulema Oltivero (left) and Gaye Reily (right) peeking out from a Pandemic 2020 Tree.

No, it's not Santa's helpers - it's librarians Sulema Oltivero (left) and Gaye Reily (right) peeking out from a Pandemic 2020 Tree.

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Library Lines ...

Gaye Reily
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
A "Pandemic 2020 Tree" graces our facility here at Rhoads Memorial Library. The 7' tall Ficus plant that has seen better days is adorned with colorful copies of face masks and festive lights, among other decorations.

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Unity in Community

Jonathan Sullivan
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
“I will sing of the Lord’s great love forever; with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generations.” Psalms 89:1 Love is an overused word in today’s culture. “I love a good steak.” “I love getting Christmas presents.” “I love my family.”

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Eggs

Dr. Kim Pond
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
We have been blessed of late with having fresh farm eggs. I did not grow up with this option so it amazed me how these and the grocery store variety are so similar and yet so very different. This is seen in their appearance, taste and especially their toughness. Let me explain.

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His hand on yours

Dudley Anderson
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Jesus wept. John 11:35 Queen Victoria heard that the wife of a laborer had lost her baby. Having suffered deep sorrow herself, she wanted to express her sympathy. She called on the bereaved mother and spent time with her. Later, neighbors asked what the queen said.
Claire Van Zee graduated from the University of Baylor this semester with a degree in journalism. She plans to begin her career and go to graduate school. Van Zee is a 2017 graduate of Dimmitt High School.

Claire Van Zee graduated from the University of Baylor this semester with a degree in journalism. She plans to begin her career and go to graduate school. Van Zee is a 2017 graduate of Dimmitt High School.

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Teacher Asst program kicks off Jan 11

News Staff
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
State Farm is aiming to make 40 Texas teachers happy in the upcoming year. Whether in the classroom or working virtually, teachers are being asked to come up with innovative methods for helping their students learn.

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Biden aims to pay farmers putting land in conservation programs

News Staff
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
The government will help farmers mitigate climate change by paying them to “put their land in conservation” and plant cover crops, said President-elect Biden, providing some details on his campaign call to offset greenhouse gas emissions from agriculture.
Dimmitt Robotics team 12398 competed in two virtual scrimmages on Dec. 12. The league has opted to hold many of the competitions virtually this season. Larry Garcia, DHS Robotics coach and mentor in the Panhandle North Region, works with other DHS coaches/mentors Jack Bell and Debbie Gil to keep the program on track for its continuing success.

Dimmitt Robotics team 12398 competed in two virtual scrimmages on Dec. 12. The league has opted to hold many of the competitions virtually this season. Larry Garcia, DHS Robotics coach and mentor in the Panhandle North Region, works with other DHS coaches/mentors Jack Bell and Debbie Gil to keep the program on track for its continuing success.

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DHS Robotics compete virtually

News Staff
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Dimmitt Robotics participated in two virtual scrimmages on Dec. 12. in the North Texas League. According to Larry Garcia, DHS Robotics coach and mentor in the Panhandle North Region, DHS Robotics team 12398 placed sixth out of 28 teams in the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
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