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The Nazareth vet science class attended Day 1 of the Dairy Honors Program this past week. They had the opportunity to learn about filtration of water to be reused multiple times day to clean or flush out barns, how to check for mastitis in milk, how a milking parlor operates, different jobs in a dairy and nutrition for dairy cattle. Dairy Honors is a program that is designed to educate and spark interest in young men and women who aspire to start a career in the dairy industry.

The Nazareth vet science class attended Day 1 of the Dairy Honors Program this past week. They had the opportunity to learn about filtration of water to be reused multiple times day to clean or flush out barns, how to check for mastitis in milk, how a milking parlor operates, different jobs in a dairy and nutrition for dairy cattle. Dairy Honors is a program that is designed to educate and spark interest in young men and women who aspire to start a career in the dairy industry.

Voters to cast ballots on amendments, tax increases

Election day is approaching and there will be numerous constitutional amendments and tax increases to cast a vote for or against by Dimmitt and Hereford ISDs.Texas and county voters will be asked to cast a “for or against” ballot for 17 state constitutional amendments and two propositions for...
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HPWD sets new tax rate

The High Plains Underground Water Conservation District (HPWD) board of directors adopted the 2025 ad valorem tax rate at their Sept. 9 regular meeting.HPWD includes the counties of Cochran, Bailey, Hale, Lamb, Lubbock, Parmer, Swisher, and portions of Armstrong, Castro, Crosby, Deaf Smith, Floyd,...
Hancock distributes $1.2B in sales tax revenue

Hancock distributes $1.2B in sales tax revenue

Hancock distributes $1.2B in sales tax revenue

Hancock distributes $1.2B in monthly sales tax revenue Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced he will be sending cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.2 billion in local sales tax allocations for September, 5.3 percent more than in September 2024.These...

Paxton challenges decision on Ten Commandments

Attorney General Ken Paxton has stepped up efforts to ensure that the Ten Commandments are displayed in Texas schools in accordance with state law.Following what Paxton calls a flawed ruling by a federal judge, the attorney general has appealed and filed a motion asking the U.S. Court of Appeals...

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

TAWC Forage & Grazing Meeting. RSVP to Kristie Keys by calling 325-665-8790 or kristie. keys@ag.tamu.edu.Annual 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.
Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

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Dogs and cats rely on their eyesight for everyday adventures — from chasing toys to navigating their homes and greeting their favorite people.

Library Lines ...

A colorful assortment of items can be seen in the display case here at Rhoads Memorial Library, ranging from a tortilla press to sombreros to pottery.Gloria Hernandez and Priscilla Peralta of the Castro County Hispanic Heritage Association provided the items.The September display plays homage to...
Priscilla Peralta and Gloria Hernandez, CCHHA, provided the September Display of the Month.

Priscilla Peralta and Gloria Hernandez, CCHHA, provided the September Display of the Month.

Priscilla Peralta

Priscilla Peralta and Gloria Hernandez, CCHHA, provided the September Display of the Month.