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Paizlie Reyna-Matahas

Paizlie Reyna-Matahas

Hart native breaks collegiate track record

Trackster Paizlie Reyna-Matahas etched her name into the record books by being a member of the Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU) track team that recently set two national records.New records were set in the 4x100 and 4x400 relays at the Fort Worth Texas Wesleyan SAC Outdoor Championships.

Abbott announces special session agenda

Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation on Wednesday identifying 18 agenda items for the upcoming Special Session that begins on July 21.“We delivered on historic legislation in the 89th Regular Legislative Session that will benefit Texans for generations to come,” said Abbott.
Castro County Community Calendar

Castro County Community Calendar

Castro County Community Calendar

July 12Nazareth German Fest. Naz Community Hall. German Meal at 11a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bingo (at Hall); Classic Car Show at 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Children’s Games at 1 to 4 p.m. at Community Park. Boy Scouts Flag Ceremony at noon.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Weather-related disasters have increased in frequency and severity across the U.S.

Library Lines ...

We would be remiss here at Rhoads Memorial Library if we did not mention the passing of Marie Howell on May 24, 2025, at the age of 86. She worked in our facility for 39 years during which time she served as library director from 1999 through September 2012.

Quiet time with Jesus

Early is mandatory for quiet time with Jesus before your mind is fragmented with “TO DO” lists.One little elbow nudge from my Jesus, who knows me so well. Ever wonder why we should spend time with Him very early in our day?

Speak Up

‘Sticks and bones will break my bones, but names will never hurt me!’Beware of that deception. We all need to be encouraged, praised, loved, and accepted. Our words can do a great deal of good or harm; the choice is ours. We all need the praise and encouragement of those around us.

Food Producers Field Day set for July 23

Ogallala Commons (OC) is collaborating with the Texas A& M AgriLife Extension Service in Swisher County to conduct a Local Food Producers Field Day on July 23. The field day is presented by Ogallala Commons with grant support from the Amarillo Area Foundation.

Trump proposes FEMA cuts

In the wake of the recent flood disaster in Texas, President Donald Trump is still proposing eliminating the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).