Rent increases reaching the outer limits

Rent in the United States is still climbing according to a report by Realtor. The median rent price across the United States’ 50 largest metro areas is $1,876, which Realtor says is a new record for the 16th consecutive month.

Streamlined delivery of ERP reduces burden on producers

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has processed more than 255,000 applications for the new Emergency Relief Program (ERP).

Watering trees during drought critical

Over 99% of Texas is under drought conditions, creating negative impacts to our landscape – especially to trees. With no end in sight, how can trees be protected under extreme heat and dry conditions? The most important thing that can be done under extreme heat and dry conditions is water.

THECB offers new educational programs

With school about to start, the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), has announced two new programs - Texas First Diploma and the Texas Leadership Scholars. With the Texas First Diploma program, the state’s top students can accelerate their path to Texas universities.

DeWALT recalls miter saws

DeWALT power tool and hand tool manufacturer issued a recall for almost 1.4 million saws this past week following reports of consumer laceration injuries while using the product.

SUV vs. Tractor

Castro County dispatchers received a 911 call early Monday morning reporting that a vehicle hit a tractor plow on Highway 385 just south of Sunnyside. Driver of the 2006 Ford SUV was Antonio Fuentes Medina, 50 of Dimmitt. Driver of the farm tractor was Estevan Porras, 38 of Dimmitt.

Harvest Days offers array of activities

The Castro County Harvest Days celebration is nearing and will have a full schedule of events on Aug. 27.

SMU athletes to receive NIL pay

Paying college athletes has hit the news with The Boulevard Collective working its way to incentivize student players – legally. This news is on the heels of The Matador Club paying Texas Tech football players $25,000 each on an annual basis.