Castro County News

STATE WINNERS

STATE WINNERS

STATE WINNERS

News Staff
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Nazareth ISD added another state championship to their list last week at the UIL State Tennis Championships held in San Antonio. Eleven qualified for the state tournament.

DIMMITT ATHLETIC AWARD WINNERS

News Staff
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Boys Cross Country: Erick Lopez Eric GomezFootball:Offensive MVP: Kaden Carpio Defensive MVP: Joaquin Arias & Octavio AriasBoys BasketballOverall MVP: Frankie Cortez Defensive MVP: Keenan HernandezBoys PowerliftingBest Lightweight Lifter: Dallas Starkey Best Heavyweight Lifter: Ga’Quorie Chatham...
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Pet Talk

News Staff
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Many dogs experience moments of fear or anxiety, whether it’s during a thunderstorm, a visit from a stranger, or an unexpected encounter with another dog. While these reactions are normal, they can sometimes signal a need for closer attention.
Displayer for the month of May is Hailey Cosden, one of our favorite volunteers. She is exhibiting a wide array of items she has cre ated through knitting and crocheting.

Displayer for the month of May is Hailey Cosden, one of our favorite volunteers. She is exhibiting a wide array of items she has cre ated through knitting and crocheting.

LIBRARY LINES ... BY GAYE REILY

News Staff
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Schools in Castro County are drawing to a close this school year and graduations are scheduled. Nazareth ISD’s last day of school and graduation is May 14, 2026, while Hart ISD’s final day of instruction and graduation is May 15, 2026.
Dimmitt ISD’s Health Science Pinning Ceremony was held Tuesday. PCT (Patient Care Technician) Certified are Seniors Vianney Constantino, Ximena Terrazas, Frida Madrigal, Lauren Medeles and Yesenia Dones.

Dimmitt ISD’s Health Science Pinning Ceremony was held Tuesday. PCT (Patient Care Technician) Certified are Seniors Vianney Constantino, Ximena Terrazas, Frida Madrigal, Lauren Medeles and Yesenia Dones.

DIMMITT CEREMONY

News Staff
Thursday, May 14, 2026
The Dimmitt Bobcats came up short in their Bi-District playoff matchup with Tulia last week. The Bobcats lost the first game 7-5 but rallied to take game 2 6-4 over the Hornets. Tulia the tiebreaker game 8-4. (CCN photos)

The Dimmitt Bobcats came up short in their Bi-District playoff matchup with Tulia last week. The Bobcats lost the first game 7-5 but rallied to take game 2 6-4 over the Hornets. Tulia the tiebreaker game 8-4. (CCN photos)

DIMMITT VS. TULIA

News Staff
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Pet Talk

News Staff
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Pet owners may be diligent about routine care, but even a minor wound can put animals at risk for dangerous parasites.

LIBRARY LINES ... BY GAYE REILY

News Staff
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Area author Bill Briscoe is slated to be the guest speaker when Dimmitt Book Club convenes for the final meeting of the club year. The event, the club’s annual spring luncheon, will be held Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at Dimmitt Country Club.
LAUGHS OF THE WEEK

LAUGHS OF THE WEEK

LAUGHS OF THE WEEK

Jeff Blackmon
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Compiled off the Internet by Jeff Blackmon, Publisher of the Hereford BRANDA classic guilt tripWe were at the dinner table eating pizza when I asked my son Logan if I could use some of his blue cheese dressing to dip my crust. He obliged after a long deep sigh of annoyance.
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