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Pictured from left: Will, Angela, Jeff, Nora and Eva Blackmon. (Courtesy photo/McNutt Photography)

Pictured from left: Will, Angela, Jeff, Nora and Eva Blackmon. (Courtesy photo/McNutt Photography)

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Castro County News under new ownership

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Thursday, September 25, 2025
For the second time since 2011, Blackmon Publishing, Inc., has acquired the Castro County News.“We are thrilled to once again be the publishers of the The Castro County News ... one of the best and oldest weekly newspapers in the Texas Panhandle and the State of Texas,” Jeff and Angela Blackmon...
Martin Perez Alvarez

Martin Perez Alvarez

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Search continues for missing Dimmitt man

News Staff
Thursday, September 25, 2025
The Castro County Sheriff's Of.ce is requesting the publics' assistance in locating the following person who has been reported as missing: Martin Perez Alvarez, 63 years old, of Dimmitt.He was last seen Saturday, September 13, 2025 at approximately 3 p.m. by a family member.
Castro County Community Calendar

Castro County Community Calendar

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Castro County Community Calendar

News Staff
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Sept. 20Annual Hwy to Hell-O Terlingua and DVFD Golf Scramble. Chili Cookoff turn in 2 p.m. Salsa turn-in at noon; beans turn in 1 p.m. Cooking outside pool area at Dimmitt Country Club. Raffl e for $1,000 Visa gift card. Silent Auction. All proceeds go to Dimmitt Volunteer Fire Department.

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Library Lines ...

Gaye Reily
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Alisa Dollar entertained Dimmitt Book Club when they convened here at Rhoads Memorial Library recently to begin the 2025-2026 club year.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

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Pet Talk

News Staff
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
For many horse owners, breeding is an opportunity to shape the next generation — whether by continuing a trusted mare’s legacy or raising a foal with carefully selected traits like temperament, athletic ability, or pedigree.While it can be a deeply rewarding experience, breeding requires a...
DHS Homecoming Queen candidates included Braylynn Chavira, Caylee Carrasco, Frida Madrigal, Lauren Medeles and Ximena Terrazas.

DHS Homecoming Queen candidates included Braylynn Chavira, Caylee Carrasco, Frida Madrigal, Lauren Medeles and Ximena Terrazas.

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DHS Homecoming Queen

News Staff
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
DHS students gathered for the Homecoming bonfire this past week

DHS students gathered for the Homecoming bonfire this past week

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DHS students

News Staff
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Castro County 4-H had two junior horse judging teams (3rd to 8th grade) compete at the Tri-State Fair. Team one (1st place) included Steeley Moore (2nd overall, 2nd in reasons), Zaybri Rivera, Trystan Crow and Hubb Paulson, and Team 2 (7th place) members Daleyza Garcia, Makenna Fabela, Nicole Birkenfeld and Hayse Moore.

Castro County 4-H had two junior horse judging teams (3rd to 8th grade) compete at the Tri-State Fair. Team one (1st place) included Steeley Moore (2nd overall, 2nd in reasons), Zaybri Rivera, Trystan Crow and Hubb Paulson, and Team 2 (7th place) members Daleyza Garcia, Makenna Fabela, Nicole Birkenfeld and Hayse Moore.

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The Castro County 4-H

News Staff
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
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