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THCA files lawsuit against federal staffing mandate

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Wednesday, May 29, 2024

The Texas Health Care Association (THCA) joined the American Health Care Association (AHCA) and several Texas long-term care facilities in filing a lawsuit in the Northern District of Texas against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid...

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CCH highlights importance of summer skin health

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Wednesday, May 29, 2024

As summer approaches and Texans spend more time outdoors, officials at Castro County Healthcare (CCH) are urging residents to prioritize sun safety.Skin cancer, the most prevalent type of cancer in Texas, sees thousands of new cases diagnosed annually, with the state’s sunny climate leading to...

The Dimmitt Athletic Booster Club ended the school year with their 2nd Annual End of School Color Run complete with bright powder, costumes, an array of age groups and a lot of fun. Steven McDaniel, participant, was among the runners, making the run in Castro County his 236th Texas county to run in. His goal is to finish 18 more runs to finish all 254. Up next for the DABC is the 1st Annual DABC Basketball Tournament with coed teams on June 8.

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DABC Color Run closes out school year

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Wednesday, May 29, 2024

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House advances bill to stop non-citizens vote

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Wednesday, May 29, 2024

The U.S. House advanced a bill that would disallow and undo a Washington, D.C. law allowing non-U.S. citizens to vote in local elections, with 52 Democrats joining 210 Republicans in supporting the legislation.GOP members, including the bill’s sponsor, U.S. Rep. August Pfluger (R-Texas.) argued the...

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Texas GOP considers referendum to secede

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Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Texas Republicans voted this past Saturday on a motion over whether the state party should back a referendum on the Lone Star State seceding from the United States and becoming an independent country.It was just one of motions voted on at the Republican Party of Texas annual convention in San...

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Grants now available for rural hospitals

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Wednesday, May 29, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott announced the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is awarding $17 million in grant funding to eligible hospitals to continue improving healthcare services for rural communities.The Texas Rural Hospital Financial Stabilization Grant will provide qualifying hospitals...

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Annual garage sale set for June 1

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Thursday, May 23, 2024

The Chamber of Commerce Annual Garage Sale Day has been set for Saturday, June 1 with some new changes in place.The Chamber will not be handing out signs for the event this year.Those interested in participating can obtain a form at the Chamber office or find the word doc link on the Chamber...

Castro County Community Calendar

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Castro County Community Calendar

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Thursday, May 23, 2024

May 27Dimmitt Cemetery Work Day – The annual meeting and work at Castro Memorial Gardens will be held on Memorial Day beginning at 8 a.m. Business meeting at 10:30 a.m. Brings gloves, hoes and clippers. Flags will be provided to place on veteran’s graves.May 28Rainwater Harvest Program.

Pet Talk

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Pet Talk

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Thursday, May 23, 2024

The anticipation of the birth of a foal is a moment of hope and excitement for horse owners.

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Gaye Reily

Thursday, May 23, 2024

“Adventure Begins at Your Library’’ is the theme for the upcoming summer reading program for Castro County youngsters that will be held here at Rhoads Memorial Library.

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