Opinion

Jeff Blackmon

Jeff Blackmon

LAUGHS OF THE WEEK

Compiled off the Internet by Jeff Blackmon, Publisher of the Hereford BRANDWhat kind of music do mummies listen to?Wrap music! How do you make a Venetian blind?Poke him in the eyes! What do you call it when Batman skips church?Christian Bales! What would bears be without bees?Ears!
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Our furry friends have curious natures, and even though we try our best to keep them safe and healthy, they may still get into trouble if they unknowingly eat medications that are toxic to them.Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences clinical associate professor Dr.

LIBRARY LINES ... BY GAYE REILY

Tax forms and instruction booklets for 2025 federal income tax have arrived here at Rhoads Memorial Library and can be picked up free of charge from our circulation desk. Forms 1040, 1040-SR, and Schedule 1-A (Form 1040) are offered in English and Spanish.Additional tax forms can be found at www.

LIBRARY LINES ... BY GAYE REILY

'Doors are locked. Come back later.' That was the less-than-eloquent sign posted on our front doors here at Rhoads Memorial Library recently. High winds kept opening the doors a little at a time and we feared a gust might rip them off, hence the sign.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Dental problems are common in horses and can affect nearly every aspect of their daily life — from eating, grazing, and maintaining body condition to performing comfortably under the saddle.
LAUGHS OF THE WEEK

LAUGHS OF THE WEEK

LAUGHS OF THE WEEK

Compiled off the Internet by Jeff Blackmon, Publisher of the Hereford BRANDHow do you stop a bull from charging?Cancel its credit card!What do you call a snobbish criminal going down the stairs?A condescending con descending!Why can’t your nose be 12 inches long?Because then it would be a foot!

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Dwight McDonald was the guest speaker at the recent Dimmitt Book Club meeting held here at Rhoads Memorial Library. The Dimmitt native spoke on the importance of preserving and teaching factual information about historical events. He focused on the experience of Blacks in the U.S.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Pet Talk

While an animal’s immune system is important for protecting them from bacteria, viruses, and other forms of disease, it can sometimes go overboard. In these cases, the immune system can destroy vital cells, like red blood cells and platelets.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

Pet Talk

The thought of your pet undergoing sedation or anesthesia can be stressful, but these techniques can be an important step in a pet’s medical care.Dr.