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Patrick receives $3M from pro-Paxton group

News Staff
Thursday, July 20, 2023
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who is presiding over the impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton, received $3 million in campaign support last month from a top group campaigning against Paxton’s impeachment.

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Texas Master Naturalist training begins Sept. 9

Jim Steiert
Thursday, July 20, 2023
Got an interest in flora, fauna, and all things outdoors? Like to hang out with people who share your interests? Want to help out with nature-related educational efforts and in state parks in the region? The next round of training to become a Texas Master Naturalist is set to begin on Sept.
Nazareth FFA Chapter members earned nine Lone Star Degrees this past year.: Jett Ramaekers, Tanner Wethington, Jack Welps, Will Young, Bryson Brockman, Max Snead, Riley Ramaekers and Chloe Birkenfeld.

Nazareth FFA Chapter members earned nine Lone Star Degrees this past year.: Jett Ramaekers, Tanner Wethington, Jack Welps, Will Young, Bryson Brockman, Max Snead, Riley Ramaekers and Chloe Birkenfeld.

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CCR urges choosing licensed childcare

News Staff
Thursday, July 20, 2023
Sheriff Sal Rivera recently was visited by a regional inspector from Texas Health and Human Services to share the importance of choosing licensed childcare. HHS has programs in place to ensure the health, safety and well-being of children in out-of-home care through Child Care Regulation.

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Northwestern faces scandal in athletics

News Staff
Thursday, July 20, 2023
Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois has been to a long list of American universities to face a scandal in athletics and may join the trend of making large payouts following allegations of sexual abuse.

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Council appoints new police chief

News Staff
Thursday, July 20, 2023
The Dimmitt City Council appointed Interim Chief Tony Martinez as the Chief of Police for the Dimmitt Police Department (DPD) at their regular meeting on Monday. According to City Manager Daniel Jackson, Chief Martinez has over 16 years of law enforcement experience.
Hegar distributes $1.1B in sales tax revenue

Hegar distributes $1.1B in sales tax revenue

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Hegar distributes $1.1B in sales tax revenue

News Staff
Thursday, July 20, 2023
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced today he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.1 billion in local sales tax allocations for July, 7.5 percent more than in July 2022.
Hereford journalist Jim Steiert, contributing writer to The Hereford Brand and Castro County news, was inducted into the Panhandle Press Association Hall of Fame on July 14.

Hereford journalist Jim Steiert, contributing writer to The Hereford Brand and Castro County news, was inducted into the Panhandle Press Association Hall of Fame on July 14.

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Steiert inducted into PPA Hall of Fame

News Staff
Thursday, July 20, 2023
Veteran Hereford journalist Jim Steiert was inducted into the Panhandle Press Association Hall of Fame during the organization’s 114th annual convention in Canyon on July 14.

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Doc Render Golf Tourney set for July 22-23

News Staff
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
The 2023 Doc Render Golf Tournament will be held on July 22-23 at Dimmitt Recreation. The tournament will be a 2-man scramble with an entry fee of $230 per team or $200 if bringing a golf cart. Sponsorship for the tournament is $430 and includes one team entry.

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Naz athletic physicals scheduled

News Staff
Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Nazareth ISD announced that the Tulia Clinic will be available on July 20 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. for walk-in physicals for Nazareth athletes.
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