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The Police Department has added two new units to patrol the city with. The Dimmitt City Council voted to upgrade to units with the latest equipment for it police officers.

The Police Department has added two new units to patrol the city with. The Dimmitt City Council voted to upgrade to units with the latest equipment for it police officers.

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SB 8 addresses cooperation between immigration authorities

Richard Lee
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Sheriffs in large counties would be required to enter into agreements with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to enforce certain immigration laws under SB 8, a bill considered by the Senate State Affairs Committee on Monday.While the bill, authored by Sen.
High wind, sand wreak havoc in Panhandle, South Plains

High wind, sand wreak havoc in Panhandle, South Plains

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High wind, sand wreak havoc in Panhandle, South Plains

News Staff
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Last Friday’s strong winds and dust storm pounded the Texas Panhandle with electrical and internet outages, property damage, road closures and 42 vehicle crashes, three which were fatal.The National Weather Service reported that Dimmitt had gusts up to 84 mph.
City approves splash pad contract

City approves splash pad contract

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City approves splash pad contract

News Staff
Thursday, March 20, 2025
The Dimmitt City Council met in regular session on Monday, March 17 and unanimously approved to contract with Oasis Water Playgrounds for construction of the City’s new splash pad project.
Hegar distributes $1.1B in sales tax allocations

Hegar distributes $1.1B in sales tax allocations

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Hegar distributes $1.1B in sales tax allocations

News Staff
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.1 billion in local sales tax allocations for March, 10.2 percent more than in March 2024.
Dimmitt Bobcats Powerlifting competed at the THSPA Region 1 Division 3 Powerlifting Meet on March 8 in Brownfield. Three team members qualified to compete at state (right) including Dallas Starkey (2nd/wt. class 114), Arnoldo Ogaz (2nd/wt. class 165), and Ga’Quorie Chatham (2nd/wt. class 242). Other team members competing were Abrahm Chavez, Shaun Mick, Marco Silva and Angel Fuentes. The state meet will be held in Abilene on March 22.

Dimmitt Bobcats Powerlifting competed at the THSPA Region 1 Division 3 Powerlifting Meet on March 8 in Brownfield. Three team members qualified to compete at state (right) including Dallas Starkey (2nd/wt. class 114), Arnoldo Ogaz (2nd/wt. class 165), and Ga’Quorie Chatham (2nd/wt. class 242). Other team members competing were Abrahm Chavez, Shaun Mick, Marco Silva and Angel Fuentes. The state meet will be held in Abilene on March 22.

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Xcel monitors fire risk in region

News Staff
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Xcel Energy is preparing for severe weather and wildfire risk with predictions of high wind speeds and low relativity in the forecast for the service area.
Quinn Minute - Who’s Calling?

Quinn Minute - Who’s Calling?

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Quinn Minute - Who’s Calling?

News Staff
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
The phone rings several times a day at my “office,” a place under the stairs where we used to store cleaning supplies. I equipped it with a TV tray to hold my computer, and a carboard box to house my “research materials.”My hope was to attract customer calls for writing assignments.

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Measles outbreak continues

News Staff
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
There were 223 cases reported by the Texas Department of State Health Services on Tuesday, and the outbreak has resulted in the death of one unvaccinated school-aged child.
Picking the right plant and preparing soil are important in setting up a garden. (Photo by Texas AgriLife Extension)

Picking the right plant and preparing soil are important in setting up a garden. (Photo by Texas AgriLife Extension)

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Planning for Summer Gardens

Kristie Keys, Castro County Extension
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Temperatures are warming up but that doesn’t mean you should plant your garden just yet!While the weather is a lot nicer in March, it still could get cold enough to hurt small seedlings and even transplanted plants (unless they are cold tolerant).
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