Stop blowing hot air

Shall words of wind have an end? Or what provokes you that you answer? Job 16:3 As Christians, we sometimes believe that God deals with us on a strictly causeand- effect basis. When we endeavor to help people with their struggles with this mentality, it will be just like blowing hot air.

Far Better Prize

Imagine that you’re a child and first year 4-H member. You have worked all year to care for a lamb; it hasn’t been easy. Your 4-H leader told you the rules and mom and dad have given you daily coaxing.

Lubbock man in search of a tractor

A Lubbock man is searching for his Papa’s 1941 Oliver standard 70 tractor that he describes as a “priceless piece of [his] childhood.

U.S. banks wrestle with losses on loans

America’s biggest banks are taking hits to their bottom line as soaring interest rates cause billions of dollars in loans to fall apart. The banks with the biggest commercial real estate losses were Goldman, with $16 billion, followed by Morgan Stanley, $13.7 billion, and Citizens, $12.4 billion.

Texas awaits judge’s decision on buoys

A federal judge could be the deciding factor as to whether Texas will be forced to remove its barrier of buoys along the Rio Grande River near Eagle Pass determining that Texas overstepped its constitutional authority. U.S.

Labor Day Recipes

Celebrate Labor Day with some tasty recipes that will inspire your taste buds and put a smile on your face and those of your guests. Grilled Peaches Grilled peaches are truly magical. They can be used in salads or served as dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Grants open for VFDs

The Texas A&M Forest Service announced the opening of emergency grant applications after a recent wildfire disaster declaration. The grants were for volunteer fire departments.

County Fair kicks off Aug. 25-26

The Castro County Fair and Harvest Days Celebration is coming up fast and is scheduled for Aug. 25-26. The theme this year is “Paradise on the Plains.” Entries and exhibits should be brought to the Dimmitt City Hall on Friday between noon and 6 p.m.