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Louis Hernandez

Louis Hernandez

Hernandez earns jailer certification

News Staff
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Castro County Jailer Louis Michael Hernandez recently attended the Randall County Sheriff’s Office Basic Jailer Academy in Amarillo and completed 136 hours of training.He started on May 6 and completed 136 hours of training and was also named the Valedictorian of the class, with a GPA of 95.25.
Benjamin Elmore

Benjamin Elmore

Elmore announces candidacy

News Staff
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Benjamin Elmore announced his intention to run as a write-in candidate for the office of Castro County Sheriff.As a licensed Texas Peace Officer with over 12 years of emergency services experience, Elmore said he has the experience necessary to serve and protect the citizens of Castro County.

Steer, heifer validation dates set

News Staff
Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Castro County 4-H and FFA steer and heifer validation dates have been set for the upcoming 2024 show season.In Dimmitt, on June 11, youth may come to Dimmitt Ag Farm between 8:30 and 10 a.m., or in Nazareth on June 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Kleman’s Barn.
Castro County Community Calendar

Castro County Community Calendar

Castro County Community Calendar

News Staff
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
May 31Olen Schulte Wild West Rodeo and Memorial Roping – Marvin Schulte’s Arena. For more information contact Brandon Schulte 806-252-5101 or Ryan Birkenfeld, 806-341-1555.June 1Chamber of Commerce Annual Garage Sale Day. Sign up no later than May 25 to be added to the location list.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Pet Talk

News Staff
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Did you know that nearly one-quarter of dogs taken to shelters in the United States were relinquished by their owners? It’s true, according to data from Shelter Animals Count, and in 2023, that number was almost 200,000.
Library Lines ...

Library Lines ...

Library Lines ...

Gaye Reily
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
If you missed the Medicare Informational Seminar held recently here at Rhoads Memorial Library, do not despair. Another one is scheduled for Thursday, June 6, at 10:30 a.m. in our meeting room.

Observe the Details

Dudley Anderson Faithwriters.com
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
My soul waits for the Lord more than watchmen wait for the morning, more than watchmen wait for the morning.Psalm 130:6 Watching a nature documentary on television, I was fascinated by the skill of the Kalahari Bushmen as they tracked a rhinoceros through the Namibian scrub.

Dodge the Potholes

Pam Ford Davis Faithwriters.com
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Driving on our road is both a challenge and dangerous.We dodge the potholes every time we get behind the wheel. Heavy rains have damaged country roads and make it difficult for road crews to do repairs. We try to dodge the potholes but often hit one when avoiding another.

Election transparency compromises ballot secrecy

News Staff
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
According to the Texas Tribune, Texas’ efforts to make elections more transparent allows the public — in limited instances — to pierce the anonymity of the ballot and find out how people voted, undermining the secrecy essential to free elections.

Phelan wins runoff election

News Staff
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan emerged victorious Tuesday over a well-funded challenger endorsed by Donald Trump and his allies.Phelan defeated former Orange County Republican Party chairman David Covey, who also had the backing of Lt. Gov.
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