Dimmitt Invitational draws 127 lifters

The Dimmitt Invitational Powerlifting Meet is in the books. Eight schools, including Dimmitt and Hart, participated with a total of 127 lifters competing. The Dimmitt Bobbies came through with another team first place and the Dimmitt Bobcats were second as a team.

Swifts defeat Cowboys, 45-33

The Nazareth Swifts came out on top against the Happy Cowboys, 45-33. The Swifts took the lead in the first quarter, 15-7, and maintained the lead through the second quarter to close out the first half, 22-16.

Bobcats saddle up against Mustangs, 55-43

The Dimmitt Bobcats won their game against the Denver City Mustangs 55-44.

Swiftettes take 56-16 win against Cowgirls

The Nazareth Swiftettes came in with a victory against the Happy Cowgirls, 56-16, at last Friday’s game. The Swiftettes took a sixpoint lead in the first quarter and scored another eight points in the second quarter to close the first half ahead 14-4.

OPINION

Accountability. We hear about how we should be accountable for our actions. What about our elected officials? They make promises all through campaigns and tout how “they” can do the job better than such and such. Then they get in office and they turn out to be all hat and no saddle.

Formal Events

Three big things happen each winter: We celebrate the New Year, watch basketball, and go to formal dances. Women understand these events. Many guys, who consider formal dress to mean a tie without a sports team logo, do not.

Aquifer Day is Feb. 8

A Stewarding Our Aquifer Field Day will examine how playas, the under-appreciated natural ephemeral wetlands abundantly dotting the region in a density as great as one per square mile, can play a critical role in the water future of the area. The field day is scheduled for Feb.

Pet Talk

Having a stressed or sick pet is concerning, especially if diarrhea, gas, and digestive issues are present. A probiotic could ease those digestive issues, but there are some considerations that an owner should be aware of before choosing one. Dr.

Library Lines ...

“Surprise, Surprise!” will be the featured program when Dimmitt Book Club convenes in the meeting room here at Rhoads Memorial Library. The event will commence Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 2 p.m. Mary Ruth Baird is in charge of the program and assures us that a published author will be featured.

The Real Hope and Anchor

This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast, and which enters the Presence behind the veil. Hebrews 6:19 We have a pub in our town called, The Hope and Anchor. It was once for sale, and I had the idea of purchasing it and turning it into a friendly coffee shop.