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Congressional border battle ramping up in Capitol

News Staff
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
A congressional political fight is ramping up for 2024 over immigration policies and securing the border. During a visit to the Texas- Mexico border Republicans demanded the final text include changes to the country’s asylum laws and renewed construction of the border wall.
Just past North Gin on U.S. Hwy 385 N, the Dimmitt Volunteer Fire Department, Sheriff’s Office, Dimmitt Police Department and other first responders were met with “white out” challenges and treacherous roads this past Monday when a winter storm brought in snow and high winds creating blizzard conditions which caused numerous vehicle collisions and stranded motorists.

Just past North Gin on U.S. Hwy 385 N, the Dimmitt Volunteer Fire Department, Sheriff’s Office, Dimmitt Police Department and other first responders were met with “white out” challenges and treacherous roads this past Monday when a winter storm brought in snow and high winds creating blizzard conditions which caused numerous vehicle collisions and stranded motorists.

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Winter storm wreaks havoc

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
A severe winter storm hit the Texas Panhandle area, including Castro County, on Monday making for very hazardous conditions with snow and high winds gusting to 60 and 70 mph, and causing multiple vehicle accidents throughout the county and stranding drivers.
The Texas Six-Man Coaches Association (TSMCA) has named Nazareth Swifts Zane Schulte, freshman, the All-State Newcomer of the Year for the 2023 TSMCA Football All-State Division 1 1st Team. Schulte also earned the same designation for All-District and All-Regional.

The Texas Six-Man Coaches Association (TSMCA) has named Nazareth Swifts Zane Schulte, freshman, the All-State Newcomer of the Year for the 2023 TSMCA Football All-State Division 1 1st Team. Schulte also earned the same designation for All-District and All-Regional.

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Schulte named All-State Newcomer of the Year

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
The Dimmitt Police Department helped with a sendoff for group of young Dimmitt basketball players and their coaches for a trip to Denver, Colorado for a basketball tournament. After the boys played, they had the opportunity sit on the Denver Nuggets’ bench and interact with players as they warmed up for the Nuggets vs Hornets game.

The Dimmitt Police Department helped with a sendoff for group of young Dimmitt basketball players and their coaches for a trip to Denver, Colorado for a basketball tournament. After the boys played, they had the opportunity sit on the Denver Nuggets’ bench and interact with players as they warmed up for the Nuggets vs Hornets game.

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WTAMU adds new benefit for employees

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
A new benefit for West Texas A&M University staff members will offer employees the chance to make an impact on their community. According to a Jan. 2 memo from WT President Walter V. Wendler, all full-time, non-faculty staff members will be allowed eight hours a year for a service day off.
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Swifts edged out by Lynx

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
The Nazareth Swifts fell to the Spearman Lynx by a single point in a tough battle, 39-38. The Swifts pushed out ahead in the first quarter, 19-9, and the Lynx battled to close the lead in the second quarter, with the first half ending with a Swifts’ lead 23- 17.

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DEI university offices closed Jan. 1

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
As 2024 spring semester gets underway, students will find campus’ diversity offices closed after legislators pass a new law outlawing them at higher education institutions.
Bobcats win consolation at Caprock Classic

Bobcats win consolation at Caprock Classic

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Bobcats win consolation at Caprock Classic

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
The Dimmitt Bobbies and Bobcats competed at the 64th annual Caprock Classic, along with 116 teams from across Texas, Oklahoma and two from Australia.

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Maine removes Trump from election ballot

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024
Moving in lockstep with Colorado, Maine has become the second state to remove Donald Trump from the 2024 Republican presidential primary ballot, according to an announcement by Maine’s secretary of state.
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New Year Celebrations

Rix Quinn
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
When did people begin to host New Year parties? Ancient Egyptians celebrated New Year when the Nile River overflowed, usually in June. Then someone suggested, “If we change New Year to January, we won’t drown coming home from the party.
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