USDA updates farm loan programs

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is updating its farm loan programs to better support current borrowers, including historically underserved producers.

Nazareth advances in playoffs

The Nazareth Swifts won the Area title against the Turkey Valley Patriots, 57-49, last Thursday night played at Amarillo High School. The Swifts (15-9, 10,2) advanced to the Regional quarterfinals to play the Wildorado Mustangs (28-7,8-4) at Caprock High School on Tuesday .

Bobcats fall to Antelopes for Area title

The Dimmitt Bobcats playoff run came to an end last Thursday, when they lost the Area playoff game to the Abernathy Antelopes, 54-30. The Bobcats, with Coach Colby Rives at the helm, was the first team in 16 years to make a playoff run that went to the Area level.

Castro County 4-H Updates

Castro County 4-H youth held their regular meeting at the Castro County Museum on Feb. 28. In addition to 4-H business, the members toured the various building and checked out museum exhibits. Ronnie and Kay Gfeller acted as tour guides, sharing history and the upgrades to the museum.

Swiftettes play in regional semi finals

Swiftettes seniors Bliss Betzen, Addie Dyer and Makenzy Corrales shake hands with their opponents before the Regional semi-final game at South Plains College this past Friday.

Community Calendar

Community March 10 Dimmitt Community Blood Drive. 2-7 p.m. Dimmitt City Hall. To schedule: 806-331-8833 or visit yourbloodinstitute.org. March 15 Nazareth Community Blood Drive. 3-7 p.m. Nazareth Community Hall. To schedule: 806-331-8833 or visit yourbloodinstitute.org.

Pet Talk

Whether they stand up straight or flop over, your dog’s ears help give your canine friend an amazing sense of hearing that plays a large role in hunting, playing, and everyday life. What are the implications, then, for a dog that is born deaf or loses its hearing? Dr.

Library Lines ...

March is here and with it comes the annual time change where we lose an hour. Sunday, March 13, will be the beginning of Daylight Saving Time, when our clocks "spring forward.