News

Castro County Judge’s Report

Castro County Judge’s Report

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Castro County Judge’s Report

Mandy Gfeller
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Although Castro County has received some much-needed rainfall, we are still in need of additional soaking rains to keep the burn ban lifted. Please continue to pray that we receive the moisture our county needs.
'OOMPAH' SOUND-- The Havlak “oompah” Polka Band was brought in from Rowena, Texas to perform at the first couple of Nazareth German Festivals in 1973 and 1974 and stirred the crowd in attendance to dance.

'OOMPAH' SOUND-- The Havlak “oompah” Polka Band was brought in from Rowena, Texas to perform at the first couple of Nazareth German Festivals in 1973 and 1974 and stirred the crowd in attendance to dance.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Best of the Wurst: 53rd Nazareth German Festival upcoming July 11

Jim Steiert
Thursday, July 9, 2026
The big Nazareth German Festival, none the wurst for wear, marks its 53rd observance Saturday, July 11 with a full day of activities at the Nazareth Community Hall and in the heart of the village.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Pet Talk

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Since the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the first case of New World screwworm (NWS) in the United States on June 3, pet owners and shelters alike have expressed concern about what this might mean for their animals.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

GRAND JURY INDICTMENTS

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
CASTRO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE Persons Arrested & Booked into Jail June 1 to June 28, 2026 All information of persons arrested and booked into the Castro County Jail are open records: June 1 Vanessa Lisseth Herrera Cum, 28, of Dimmitt was arrested by the Dimmitt Police for Nonrepairable and Salvage...
Let's Open

Let's Open

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Let's Open

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Saturday, July Fourth at 9 a.m. a 50 year old time capsule will be opened at the Castro County Museum. The museum invites those interested to put an item in the next capsule. Items can be delivered to the Castro County Judge's office or you can bring it to the museum.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Pet Talk

News Staff
Thursday, June 25, 2026
The summer season is well underway, and the heat — especially here in Texas — is on the rise. For horses, these high temperatures also mean an increased risk of respiratory issues, such as recurrent laryngeal neuropathy (RLN).Dr.
FROM THE CASTRO COUNTY NEWS ARCHIVES ... JUNE OF 1976

FROM THE CASTRO COUNTY NEWS ARCHIVES ... JUNE OF 1976

Exclusive Subscriber Content

FROM THE CASTRO COUNTY NEWS ARCHIVES ... JUNE OF 1976

News Staff
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Sale of KDHN awaits ruling If the Federal Communications Commission approves the sale, Radio Station KDHN of Dimmitt will be under new ownership within two to four months.HOWEVER, the station would remain under the same management.

Exclusive Subscriber Content

Driving sober is the winning goal this summer

News Staff
Thursday, June 25, 2026
The safest decision happens before you turn the key.Driving after drinking alcohol, using THC or mixing substances puts everyone on Texas roads at risk. With summer travel, World Cup matches and Independence Day celebrations coming up, the most Texan thing we can do is look out for one another.
Subscribe to