Suspect arrested in murder of 16-year-old

Texas law enforcement apprehended a suspect in the murder of 16-year-old Lizbeth Medina, who was found dead in her apartment on Dec. 5.

Simple security can deter porch thieves

With Christmas deliveries underway and an increase in online ordering it offers more opportunity for package thieves, commonly referred to as “porch pirates.

Navigating Christmas while managing diabetes

Christmas and New Year’s celebrations can be full of sweet temptations. From parties to family feasts, the season is a time of indulgence. For those living with diabetes, this time of year can be especially challenging.

Ag policy goals set at annual TFB meeting

Texas farmers and ranchers established policies to help guide the agricultural advocacy efforts of Texas Farm Bureau (TFB), the state’s largest general farm and ranch organization at the 90th annual meeting business session on Dec. 3 in Frisco.

Sheriff’s Toy Drive Donations

Invenergy Services/Bethel Wind Farm and North Gin came through with very generous donations to the Castro County Sheriff’s Office Toy Drive. Bethel administrative assistant Sheryl Lewallan made the presentation to Sheriff Sal Rivera.

NISD receives $20,000 donation from NEF

The Nazareth Education Foundation (NEF) presented a check for $20,000 to Nazareth ISD following their annual fundraiser.

County Jail passes annual inspection

On Dec. 6,the Texas Commission on Jail Standards conducted an unannounced annualstate jail inspection of the Castro County Jail.

Castro County Community Calendar

Dec. 7-9 Dimmitt Basketball Tourney. Dimmitt High School. Dec. 11 –14 RES Winter Book Fair. 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. RES Library Dec. 14 Hands of Hope Distribution. There will be only one distribution in December from 3 to 4 p.m. RES Winterfest Family Celebration. 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. RES Library.

Pet Talk

With winter approaching, birds are migrating south to escape the cold and take advantage of more abundant food sources. But birds aren’t the only ones taking advantage of this migratory ritual.