Castro County News

Arrington bill would block expansion of Muleshoe refuge

House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington last Thursday spoke at a House Natural Resources Committee hearing to advocate for H.R.839, legislation he introduced to prohibit a Biden-era proposal to expand the Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge from 6,400 acres to 700,000 acres.
Trump tariff s aff ecting

Trump tariff s aff ecting

Trump tariffs affecting U.S. farmers

U.S. farmers are in the line of fire as President Donald Trump continues to increase tariffs on agricultural goods.In a social media post in late March, Trump told “the Great Farmers of the United States” to “Have fun!” when the administration imposes more tariffs on April 2.
Quinn Minute - Baseball

Quinn Minute - Baseball

Quinn Minute - Baseball

Hey, it’s the 2025 baseball season!For those who don’t know this sport, it requires a glove and a moving bat, but it’s got nothing to do with vampires.It takes place on a “diamond,” or four bases arranged in a square.

Clovis, Texico playa restoration field day set

Ogallala Commons will host a field day regarding playa ecosystems and restoration programs in eastern New Mexico and west Texas, including a paneldiscussion with landowners involved in playa restoration in eastern New Mexico.The event is set for Thursday, April 17, from 10a.m.-3:30p.m.
Castro County Community Calendar

Castro County Community Calendar

Castro County Community Calendar

May 13Soldier Boxes, Dimmitt Chamber Office, 9 a.m.School Graduation DatesMay 16 – Hart ISD May 17 – Nazareth ISD May 23 – Dimmitt ISDTornado Siren Test ScheduleCity of Dimmitt – Every Friday at noon, weather permitting. City of Hart – April 3 & April 17, 7 p.m.
Nazareth FFA students Brooklyn Birkenfeld and Charly Mask earned their cattle handlers certification through the TCFA program after learning and passing the practicums on giving shots, implements in ears, moving cattle to chutes properly as well as passing a beef quality assurance exam and interview.

Nazareth FFA students Brooklyn Birkenfeld and Charly Mask earned their cattle handlers certification through the TCFA program after learning and passing the practicums on giving shots, implements in ears, moving cattle to chutes properly as well as passing a beef quality assurance exam and interview.

Nazareth FFA students Brooklyn Birkenfeld and Charly Mask

The Nazareth FFA Wildlife team placed 2nd in district and 7th in Area. Team members include Collin Kimball, Jesse Acker, Aiden Chea (8th overall) and Remi Meador.

The Nazareth FFA Wildlife team placed 2nd in district and 7th in Area. Team members include Collin Kimball, Jesse Acker, Aiden Chea (8th overall) and Remi Meador.

The Nazareth FFA Wildlife team

Hart students Mia Lopez and Hayden Hernandez earned their cattle handlers certification through the TCFA program after learning and passing the practicums on giving shots, implements in ears, moving cattle to chutes properly as well as passing a beef quality assurance exam and interview.

Hart students Mia Lopez and Hayden Hernandez earned their cattle handlers certification through the TCFA program after learning and passing the practicums on giving shots, implements in ears, moving cattle to chutes properly as well as passing a beef quality assurance exam and interview.

Hart students Mia Lopez and Hayden Hernandez

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Pet Talk

Dogs are naturally curious creatures, often using their noses and mouths to explore the world around them. Because they are drawn to strong scents and sudden movements, toads — with their unpredictable hops, distinct smells, and occasional croaks — can be an irresistible attraction.