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Kel Seliger

Kel Seliger

Seliger opts out of re-election run

State Senator Kel Seliger announced last Thursday he will not seek re-election. Seliger has represented Texas Senate District 31 since 2004.

Castro County Farm Bureau holds convention

Castro County Farm Bureau hosted their annual County Convention on Oct. 18 with speakers and announcements, and the election of 2022 officers. The meeting was held at the Castro County Expo Building.
State unemployment rate improves slightly

State unemployment rate improves slightly

State unemployment rate improves slightly

In September, the seasonally adjusted Texas unemployment rate was 5.6 percent, a decrease of 0.3 percentage points from August 2021, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor U3 report. In September, the Leisure and Hospitality industry gained 31,900 jobs over the month.
Representing Castro County

Representing Castro County

Representing Castro County

Castro County Farm Bureau Board of Directors: Zach Smith, Jason Wooten, Dale Wilhelm, Matt Gfeller, Rodney Hunter, Codi Cleavinger and Coby Summers. (left) Josh Winegamer, Texas Cattle Feeders Association, spoke at the convention. (right) Kaci Morris, from U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington's office, with...
John Scott

John Scott

Abbott names Scott as Texas SOS

Governor Greg Abbott on Friday appointed John Scott as the Texas Secretary of State. The secretary serves as Chief Election Officer for Texas, assisting county election officials and ensuring the uniform application and interpretation of election laws throughout Texas.
Randall Whaley, local author recently released his newest book, “From the Back of a Horse.”

Randall Whaley, local author recently released his newest book, “From the Back of a Horse.”

Local author releases newest book

Dimmitt author Randall Whaley recently released his latest book “From the Back of a Horse, the third of a trilogy. Whaley, who spends his retirement years writing and playing the guitar, grew up in the Texas Panhandle.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Pet Talk

When the weather outside is cold, your pets can be at risk. It is not only the responsible thing to do to keep pets safe from bad weather and well fed, but also the law in Texas. Remember these tips to keep your pets safe this winter: Give them shelter! Ideally, all pets should live inside.

Library Lines ...

Natalie (Cline) Bright, area author of books for children and adults, was the featured speaker recently at the October meeting of Dimmitt Book Club. Several members and guests attended the event, which was held in the meeting room here at Rhoads Memorial Library.

Get Into the Word of God

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. Psalm 119:105 God’s word is the headlamp of my vehicle. On this journey of life, it is his word that illuminates the road ahead. The ancient writings of Scripture are inspired by the Holy Spirit.

Demonic Entities from the Abyss

God’s handiwork is at play in the Congress of America. It is written, “The LORD hath made all things for himself: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil.”