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Coffee Memorial Blood Center Issues Emergency Blood Appeal as National Shortage Leaves No Backup Supply

Coffee Memorial Blood Center Issues Emergency Blood Appeal as National Shortage Leaves No Backup Supply

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Coffee Memorial Blood Center Issues Emergency Blood Appeal as National Shortage Leaves No Backup Supply

News Staff
Thursday, June 18, 2026
Our Blood Institute Coffee Memorial Blood Center is declaring an emergency blood shortage and asking donors of all blood types, especially O-negative and B-negative, to give immediately as blood inventory levels continue to decline and hospitals rely on a shrinking supply to support patient care.
Photo: West Texas A&M University's Rogers LEAD WT program's 2026-2027 cohort includes, front from left, Jaelyn Reynolds, Dimmitt’s Emilio Jiminez, Ivan De la Rosa, Logan White, Abril Rivera-Cervantes, Brenna Ware , Evalynn Ramirez, Jayci Nickels and Madalynn Schmidt, and, back from left, Muireann Benn-Rothstein, Cali McKinley, Kailin Noble, Benjamin Kogo, Sarah Robinson, Garicyn Bigham, Sye Boatmun, Mikah Wareham, Jamie Jefferson, Emma Wagner and Kaylea Marionneaux.

Photo: West Texas A&M University's Rogers LEAD WT program's 2026-2027 cohort includes, front from left, Jaelyn Reynolds, Dimmitt’s Emilio Jiminez, Ivan De la Rosa, Logan White, Abril Rivera-Cervantes, Brenna Ware , Evalynn Ramirez, Jayci Nickels and Madalynn Schmidt, and, back from left, Muireann Benn-Rothstein, Cali McKinley, Kailin Noble, Benjamin Kogo, Sarah Robinson, Garicyn Bigham, Sye Boatmun, Mikah Wareham, Jamie Jefferson, Emma Wagner and Kaylea Marionneaux.

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WT’s Rogers LEAD Program Announces 2026-27 Cohort

News Staff
Thursday, June 18, 2026
The 2026-2027 cohort of a prestigious West Texas A&M University student program has been announced.The Dyke and Terry Rogers Leadership Education and Development Program, or Rogers LEAD WT, was created in 2012 to challenge high-achieving students to further develop their leadership potential.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

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Pet Talk

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Whether a dog greets you with a wagging tail at the door or a cat curls up beside you with a soft purr, these moments express trust and unconditional love.

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Shower held for Malick, Porsch

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
A bridal shower for Jewell Malick, bride-elect of Landon Porsch was held in the lovely home of Teresa Williams on June 6, 2026.The morning affair featured a serving table displaying pink hydrangeas and pink poppies with black and white Courtly Check MacKenzie-Childs serving pieces.
Castro County Judge’s Report

Castro County Judge’s Report

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Castro County Judge’s Report

Mandy Gfeller
Thursday, June 11, 2026
The county has been blessed with widespread rainfall over the past several weeks, and as a result, the burn ban has been lifted until further notice. Praise the Lord!Since April, county residents have gathered every Monday at noon at the courthouse gazebo to pray for rain.
BHE RENEWABLES DONATION

BHE RENEWABLES DONATION

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BHE RENEWABLES DONATION

News Staff
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Dimmitt ISD honored BHE Renewables for their generous support with a custom made plaque presented to Tony Graham-Project Manager. BHE Renewables has generously supported Dimmitt ISD Snack Pak 4 Kids Program over the last year.
Richardson Elementary students traveled to Lubbock, TX to compete in the annual Communities in Schools of the South Plains Elementary Chess Tournament at Miller Elementary. All the students did great and Campbell Neinast made it to the playoffs after winning all three of his matches. Pictured (above, right) are Felix Hernandez, Kendra Cantrell-CIS Coordinator, Dare Sullivan and Campbell Neinast.

Richardson Elementary students traveled to Lubbock, TX to compete in the annual Communities in Schools of the South Plains Elementary Chess Tournament at Miller Elementary. All the students did great and Campbell Neinast made it to the playoffs after winning all three of his matches. Pictured (above, right) are Felix Hernandez, Kendra Cantrell-CIS Coordinator, Dare Sullivan and Campbell Neinast.

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CHESS TOURNAMENT

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Thursday, June 11, 2026
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