Texas leads nation in jobs added

Unemployment rates were higher in December in 15 states, lower in 1 state, and stable in 34 states and the District of Columbia, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported, with Texas leading the nation in job gains. Governor Greg Abbott celebrated Texas being the top state during 2023.

Castro County Community Calendar

Jan. 18 AgriLife Extension Mid-Plains Crops Conference (Hale/Swisher), Hale County Justice Center (Plainview). Jan. 20 Dimmitt Chamber of Commerce Banquet. DHS Cafetorium. Meal, entertainment, awards. Jan. 29 AgriLife Extension Tree Pruning Techniques, Hale County Extension Office, 9 a.m. Feb.

Pet Talk

Mange is a skin disease that can compromise a pet’s well-being, leading to discomfort and potential health complications. Though it is a more common condition for dogs, cats can also be at risk, which is why owners should familiarize themselves with common varieties of feline mange. Dr.

Library Lines ...

That was some blizzard we survived last week, along with the long-lasting, sub-freezing temperatures afterward. Since we are always closed on Mondays here at Rhoads Memorial Library, we missed the brunt of the storm as we stayed home. The day after the blizzard, we opened one hour later at 10 a.m.

Winter weather woes

Admittedly, (like most) I am fond of the change of seasons. Well, that is except for winter. That, I dread. For the life of me, I don’t know how I managed as a New Yorker. I once built snow men; made snow angels, went sledding and ice skated on the Erie Canal.

Rehearsing the goodness of God

They that are delivered from the noise of archers in the places of drawing water, there shall they rehearse the righteous acts of the Lord.Judges 5:11 (KJV) Often, we become so engrossed in the catastrophes of life that we forget the good things God has done.

Japanese Nippon Steel acquires U.S. Steel Corp

Japanese steelmaker Nippon Steel will acquire U.S. Steel Corp. in a $14.9 billion deal, taking advantage of government incentives designed to reshape the U.S. industrial base and boost domestic manufacturing.

Eagle Pass park closed to stop illegal entry

A public park at Eagle Pass has been closed by the state to prevent illegal migrants from crossing the Rio Grande and blocking Border Patrol from accessing the area. Eagle Pass has been the epicenter of Gov. Greg Abbott’s immigration enforcement efforts in the past year.

Texas man arrested after recording assault of toddlers

A Texas man has been arrested for allegedly recording himself and six other men having sex with two toddlers in the restroom of a popular Houston mall, after the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation (ACCCE) found the videos on the dark web.

Tips for avoiding frozen water pipes

With all the below freezing temperatures, many people have faced frozen water pipes, making it impossible to do normal things like filling a pot of water to cook with or simply washing hands or taking a taking a shower.