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Dimmitt MAYB at Nationals

Dimmitt MAYB at Nationals

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Dimmitt MAYB at Nationals

News Staff
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
The Dimmitt 4th grade basketball team competed against the best in the nation at the Boys MAYB (Mid America Youth Basketball) National Championships in Wichita, Kansas on Aug. 3-6. After winning a qualifying tournament in Lubbock, the team was invited to play at this event.
Deputy Secretary of the State Joe Esparza

Deputy Secretary of the State Joe Esparza

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Ballot order drawn for proposed amendments

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Deputy Secretary of State Joe Esparza drew the ballot order for the 14 proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution that voters will consider in the next statewide election on Nov. 7. Proposition 1 – HJR 126.

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Xcel offers summer payment options

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Following an extended streak of record-setting temperaturesinXcelEnergy’s Texas-New Mexico service area driving up electricity usage and billing costs, Xcel is urging customers who may have difficulties paying bills to contact customer agents for options in making payments.
First responders battle tractor fi re

First responders battle tractor fi re

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First responders battle tractor fire

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
The Sheriff’s Office and county fire departments responded to a call stating a tractor was on fire at CR 614 and FM 2567 east of Dimmitt. Nazareth VFD and Dimmitt VFD arrived on the scene to find the tractor on the road billowing in flames and smoke.
Ken Paxton

Ken Paxton

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Paxton continues to battle allegations

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton continues to seek a dismissal of articles of impeached. Lawyers for Paxton argue that the allegations are baseless or fall under the legitimate duties of the AG office.

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Texas graduates eye different options in education

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Many young Texans are taking a different path after graduating high school, and rather than earning a bachelor’s degree, students are pursuing associate degrees, alternative college programs and industry certifications that offer the opportunity to expand their career options and their salary...
Nazareth FFA members Kennedy and Pierce Wilhelm competed in the Texas Cattle Feeders Association Junior Fed Beef Challenge on July 28 and picked up four first places in their events and divisions. The contest was held at WTAMU Paul Engler College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences. he objective of the Junior Fed Beef Challenge is to encourage young people to gain practical experience in feeding commercial beef cattle. This program stresses the importance of proper animal husbandry and financial management.

Nazareth FFA members Kennedy and Pierce Wilhelm competed in the Texas Cattle Feeders Association Junior Fed Beef Challenge on July 28 and picked up four first places in their events and divisions. The contest was held at WTAMU Paul Engler College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences. he objective of the Junior Fed Beef Challenge is to encourage young people to gain practical experience in feeding commercial beef cattle. This program stresses the importance of proper animal husbandry and financial management.

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Xcel urges customers to know pricing policy on solar panels

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Xcel Energy is reminding Texas customers to know and understand policies regarding rooftop solar installations before signing agreements with companies that sell solar panels to power homes and businesses.

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Editor’s Message

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023
What is legal plunder? A few observations can make it crystal clear. First, see if the law takes from one person what belongs to them and gives it to other people to whom it doesn’t belong. If a law benefits one person at the expense of another, there is a high probability it is legal plunder.
First Dates

First Dates

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First Dates

News Staff
Wednesday, August 2, 2023
A young neighbor just asked me if I remembered dating. I have been married for years, but I recall the excitement of first dates. I had many of them because few ladies went out with me a second time. I suggested choosing a good dinner location, something many ladies appreciate.
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