Castro County News

Hegar Distributes $1.5B in sales tax revenue

Hegar Distributes $1.5B in sales tax revenue

Hegar Distributes $1.5B in sales tax revenue

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.5 billion in local sales tax allocations for February, 9.4 percent more than in February 2024.

Measles outbreak grows to 58 cases

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
The measles outbreak in rural West Texas has grown to 58 cases as of Tuesday, and eight people in eastern New Mexico also have been diagnosed with measles.The cases are concentrated in Gaines County, which has 45 infections.

Another 5.0 earthquake recorded in Texas

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake was recorded in West Texas near the border of Culberson and Reeves counties on Friday evening.According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the earthquake struck about 11:23 p.m., about 33 miles northwest of Toyah, Texas, and was felt as far away as El Paso.
The Nazareth Swiftettes are continuing their march through the playoffs and have advanced to the Regional championship game after beating the Sands Lady Mustangs this past Monday. The teams beat Pringle-Morse in bi-district, McLean in area to reach the semifinals game. They will be competing against either Whitharral or Texline (scores not in as of this time) for the Regional title in hopes of punching a ticket to the State basketball tournament.

The Nazareth Swiftettes are continuing their march through the playoffs and have advanced to the Regional championship game after beating the Sands Lady Mustangs this past Monday. The teams beat Pringle-Morse in bi-district, McLean in area to reach the semifinals game. They will be competing against either Whitharral or Texline (scores not in as of this time) for the Regional title in hopes of punching a ticket to the State basketball tournament.

Swiftettes advance to Regionals

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025

USDA faces employee losses

News Staff
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
USDA offices are grappling with the firing of many federal employees by the Trump administration, particularly with of probationary employees targeted as cuts sweep through the agency.
Swiftettes defeat Roos

Swiftettes defeat Roos

Swiftettes defeat Roos

News Staff
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
The Nazareth Swiftettes claimed a victory over the Kress Lady Roos, 73-34.Nazareth scored with 25 of 44 2-point shots, four of 14 3-pointers, 11 of 13 free throws, had 23 assists, 15 offensive rebounds, 14 defensive rebounds, seven blocks, 46 deflections, 20 steals and 17 fouls.
Swiftettes capture Bi-District

Swiftettes capture Bi-District

Swiftettes capture Bi-District

News Staff
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
The Nazareth Swiftettes claimed the bi-district title, defeating the Pringle-Morse Lady Cougars, 67-29.Nazareth moves up the playoff bracket to compete in Area against the McLean Lady Tigers this Thursday at 7 p.m. at Tascosa High School.

Cost and Benefits of Rural Study

Walter Wendler, Wtamu President
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Rural regional colleges often cost less than metropolitan universities. Cost differences can be attributed to several factors. Rural regions typically have a lower cost of living compared to more densely populated metropolitan areas. Lower operational costs create savings for students.
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