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Bewail My Fears

I am cowardly by nature, thrive on acceptance and wince at rejection. Yet, standing upon my Christian convictions is not optional; it is essential. Bearing my soul, I bewail my fears.Humanistic and heathen infl uences run rampant.
The Police Department has added two new units to patrol the city with. The Dimmitt City Council voted to upgrade to units with the latest equipment for it police officers.

The Police Department has added two new units to patrol the city with. The Dimmitt City Council voted to upgrade to units with the latest equipment for it police officers.

SB 8 addresses cooperation between immigration authorities

Sheriffs in large counties would be required to enter into agreements with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to enforce certain immigration laws under SB 8, a bill considered by the Senate State Affairs Committee on Monday.While the bill, authored by Sen.
High wind, sand wreak havoc in Panhandle, South Plains

High wind, sand wreak havoc in Panhandle, South Plains

High wind, sand wreak havoc in Panhandle, South Plains

Last Friday’s strong winds and dust storm pounded the Texas Panhandle with electrical and internet outages, property damage, road closures and 42 vehicle crashes, three which were fatal.The National Weather Service reported that Dimmitt had gusts up to 84 mph.
City approves splash pad contract

City approves splash pad contract

City approves splash pad contract

The Dimmitt City Council met in regular session on Monday, March 17 and unanimously approved to contract with Oasis Water Playgrounds for construction of the City’s new splash pad project.
Hegar distributes $1.1B in sales tax allocations

Hegar distributes $1.1B in sales tax allocations

Hegar distributes $1.1B in sales tax allocations

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.1 billion in local sales tax allocations for March, 10.2 percent more than in March 2024.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Pet Talk

From their adorable snort to bulging eyes and ever endearing waddle, smush-faced dogs are increasing in popularity due to their cuteness and fun-loving personalities. In fact, French bulldogs have recently become the most popular dog breed in the United States, according to the American Kennel Club.
Displayer for the month of March at Rhoads Memorial Library is Sue Summers, a member of the Ogallala Quilters Society.

Displayer for the month of March at Rhoads Memorial Library is Sue Summers, a member of the Ogallala Quilters Society.

Library Lines ...

The first reading program for adults here at Rhoads Memorial Library ended last week. The Winter Reading Challenge drew 47% more participants than the arbitrary minimum of 15 we had hoped for (ooh, a math problem to engage your mind so you can figure out the total number of participants!

The Spirit of Skill

“and I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge and with all kinds of skills,” Exodus 31:3 (NIV) There is a clear distinction between talent and anointing.