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Homebuyers with good credit penalized

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Homebuyers who worked hard to build up a good credit score and for a down payment to purchase a home are going to be penalized, facing higher mortgages rates to help pay for those with low credit scores.

Pet Talk

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When dogs have an injury or chronic condition, such as arthritis, physical rehabilitation can ease their pain and improve their strength and flexibility. “There are a number of situations where dogs could benefit from physical rehabilitation, but the common reason is to improve recovery following surgery, usually orthopedic surgery — or surgery on bones and joints — and neurologic surgery — typically back or neck surgery,” said Dr.

Library Lines ...

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“That’s what I want to be when I grow up--a harlot!” At leastthatwasthepronouncement made by a very young Kimberly (Kim) Black as she listened to Bible stories and thought some of the women led exciting lives. Someone gently took her aside and explained that might not be the best career goal, but she was bitten by the storytelling bug and grew up to become an Amarillo author.

Branson’s Good Old Days

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The list reads like a who’s who of entertainment: Glen Campbell, Roy Clark, Andy Williams, Tony Orlando, Barbara Fairchild, Ray Stevens, Bobby Vinton, The Sons of the Pioneers, Wayne Newton. The Lennon Sisters, Les Brown Orchestra, BoxCar Willie, Mickey Gilley, Jim Stafford, Radio City Rockettes, Willie Nelson, Christie Lane, Merle Haggard, Osmond Brothers, Mel Tillis and Loretta Lynn Each entertainer performed at Branson, Missouri.

Observing the Details

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My soul waits for the Lord more than watchmen wait for the morning, more than watchmen wait for the morning. Psalm 130:6 Watching a nature documentary on television, I was fascinated by the skill of the Kalahari Bushmen as they tracked a rhinoceros through the Namibian scrub. Pointing to the large three-toed footprints in the sand these expert trackers revealed how they knew not only the direction the animal was travelling in but also its distance from that point.

Wild west show set June 2-3

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The Olen Schulte Memorial Team Roping and Wild West Show is on the calendar for June 2-3. Books for the Wild West Show events open on Monday, May 1.

Texas sales tax holiday for emergency supplies April 22-24

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With the severe weather season upon us, Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar reminds Texans they can purchase certain items tax-free during the state’s sales tax holiday for emergency preparation supplies, which begins at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, April 22, and ends at midnight on Monday, April 24.

Ag producers seek Right to Repair legislation

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A recent survey shows that farmers are losing an average of $3,348 per year to repair downtime and restrictions because farm equipment makers limit their ability to fix tractors, combines, and other equipment.

Sheriff’s Report

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April 3 to 17 All information of persons arrested and booked into the Castro County Jail are open records: April 4 Ethan James Mata, 20 of Dallas, was arrested by the Texas Highway Patrol on a Denton County warrant for Possession of a Controlled Substance PG 2 over 1 gram-under 4 grams. April 5 Sayd Roman Aviles, 32 of Olton, was booked into jail after County Court to serve out his jail time on the original offense of Theft over $750-under $2,500.

Nazareth FFA Update

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After a tough week of Area competitions at WTAMU, Texas Tech and Tarlton, Nazareth FFA has advanced six ag teams and 20 students to compete at state. WTAMU The Nazareth FFA Vet Science team advanced and are state bound.