Castro County Community Calendar

March 19 Soldier Boxes. Chamber of Commerce. 9 a.m. Cooking Well With Diabetes. Rhoads Memorial Library. RSVP 806-485-9135 March 20 AgriLife Profitability Workshop. Castro County Extension Office. Contact Castro County Extension for more information.March 22 AgriLife NRCS Tree Program. Sudan.

Pet Talk

While it may be tempting to let your dog run loose in open spaces when no other animals are around, it’s essential to recognize the potential risks involved.

Library Lines ...

Leprechauns and the Easter Bunny are sharing space here at Rhoads Memorial Library, a fact noted by several patrons.

Walking in the Light

I’m in agreement with Apostle Paul.Paul prayed for the saints (Christ followers).“I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of...

Twice His

What is man that You are mindful of him, And the son of man that You visit him?“I’m beginning to get a glimpse of man’s worth,” wrote my good friend Andre Kempen. “God made us in his image and saved us to restore that image, by Christ, in us. God not only made us but saved us.

GOP propositions outcomes get thumbs up

Texas voters in the Republican Party across Texas headed to the polls last Tuesday to weigh in, not just on candidate choices, but also on 13 propositions on the Republican primary ballot.The propositions on primary ballots are basically surveys that help parties decide their priorities and...

Abbott releases 2024 Report To The People

Governor Greg Abbott on Tuesday released his 2024 Report to the People of Texas looking back over all that was accomplished in 2023—a year of historic firsts—and sharing his vision for the year ahead.Released in interim years whentheTexasLegislaturedoes not meet and no formal State of the State...

How to reach exercise goals, avoid injury

With the pursuit of fitness and wellness continuing to be a top priority for many, Welch Rehab, in Dimmitt, offers essential guidance to individuals striving for success in their exercise routines.Understanding the importance of safe and effective practices, Welch Rehab aims to equip individuals...

Cantrell places at Houston Livestock show

Xcel faces lawsuits relating to wildfires

Xcel Energy released a statement last Thursday acknowledging that its facilities may have played a part in igniting the massive Smokehouse Creek wildfire, which is now the largest the Texas history.The fire has killed at least two people, destroyed hundreds of buildings and livestock, and was one...