Huffman joins race for Texas Attorney General

State Sen. Joan Huffman announced her bid for attorney general, making her the third high-profile entrant and second member of the upper chamber to declare for the open seat.

Nazareth Ag teacher and FFA sponsor Austin Heck

Abbott calls for special session

Governor Greg Abbott reported the final list of 1,155 bills signed into law and 26 bills vetoed from the 89th Regular Legislative session and a special session which will begin on July 21 with an initial list of agenda items.

Federal court rules for 2A

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals held that California’s law prohibiting people from buying more than one firearm in a 30-day period violates the Second Amendment.

Splash Park construction to begin

The Dimmitt Splash Park is getting closer to becoming a reality.According to City Manager Daniel Jackson, all preconstruction project element tasks for the Dimmitt Splash Park have been completed by the city, submitted, and approved by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD).

Castro County Community Calendar

June 20-21 Dimmitt Basketball Tournament. 1st – 12th Divisions Boys/Girls. Locations: DHS, DMS and AC. First place winners award. Fee: $225. Contact Ruby Romero 806-647-8008 or Kyle Carroll 806- 218-4390.July 12Nazareth German Festival. Naz Community Hall.July 152025 NVFD Safety Camp.

Pet Talk

We all love spending the long, sunny days of summer outdoors with our furry companions, but it’s important to remember that like any season, summer comes with its hazards.

Library Lines ...

The story of “The Little Red Hen” by Diane Muldrow greeted youngsters who attended this year’s first Terrific Tuesday recently here at Rhoads Memorial Library.

The Informer

Nobody likes a tattletale.Lawbreakers call them squealers.A tattletale is eager to report any infraction to those in authority. That can cover a lot of territory.If little brother sees big brother skip his chores he goes straight to his parents.