USDA reopens signup for Continuous CRP

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now accepting applications for the Continuous Conservation Reserve Program (Continuous CRP) signup.

Nazareth stock show champions

Sheriff's Office Notice

The Castro County Sheriff"s Office will open it's lobby as a warming station starting Saturday January 13, 2024 at 6 p.m. until Tuesday January 16, 2024 7 a.m. due to the Arctic air invading our area. There will be coffee, hot chocolate and water available.

Xcel regional grid ready for cold weather

Xcel Energy issued a press release stating it is prepared for winter blasts in Texas and New Mexico. The company also reminded customers of ways to maintain a high level of comfort, save money and stay informed in the event of a power outage.

Castro County Community Calendar

Jan. 9 AgriLife Extension Castro County Crops Conference. West Texas Coffee. 8:30 a.m. registration. Lunch at noon. Last speaker at 4 p.m. RSVP by Jan. 5 at 647-4115. Jan 10 Nazareth Stock Show Jan. 11-13 Castro County Stock Show Jan. 16 Dimmitt Chamber of Commerce Annual Members Luncheon.

Pet Talk

Natural disasters such as floods, wildfires, and tornadoes are occurring more often.

Library Lines ...

Just when you think the holidays are over and we can settle back into a routine... We will be closed, here at Rhoads Memorial Library, on Saturday, Jan. 13, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. We will re-open at our normal time of 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 16.