The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Castro County and the Running Water Soil and Water Conservation District is seeking input from the public on how to best serve local citizens through Farm Bill conservation programs and technical assistance.

Ogallala Quilters Society members Ina Cleavinger, Donna Hathaway and Karen Hutson recently donated a Quilt of Valor to the Castro County Museum to be on permanent display in the Veterans Building at the museum. The trio are members of the quilt guild that made more than 200 Quilts of Valor presented to Dimmitt veterans in 2019. Director of the museum Leta Dennis said the museum is very honored to be the recipient of this quality piece. The quilt and the many interesting displays and buildings can be seen by visiting the museum at 404 Halsell St. in Dimmitt. Currently, the museum is open by appointment or on special occasions. Contact Leta Dennis at 806-681-9261 to set up a tour.

American Agri-Women (AAW) elected its national officers at its 2021 national convention recently in Phoenix, Arizonia. AAW, a national coalition of farm, ranch, and agri-business women, is in its 47th year of advocating for agriculture.