Castro County News

Paxton being investigated by FBI

According to a report by the Associated Press, the FBI is investigating Attorney General Ken Paxton, the first public confirmation that law enforcement is vetting allegations made by eight of Paxton’s former top aides that he illegally used the power of his office to benefit a political donor.

Amarillo ISD to offer testing on site

Amarillo ISD will be offering access to testing for COVID-19 to enhance quick identification and treatment of the virus to help mitigate the spread.

Mobile morgues coming to Amarillo

The City of Amarillo will have mobile morgues coming to Amarillo as the death rate mounts in the region. Mayor Ginger Nelson noted the morgue capacity is overwhelmed and said the mobile morgues are coming to Amarillo through the Panhandle RAC.
COVID-19: A serious threat

COVID-19: A serious threat

COVID-19: A serious threat

Castro County is under siege from the COVID-19 monster. Sheriff Sal Rivera, emergency management coordinator, and Dana Cobb, chief nursing officer at Castro County Healthcare, both warned that it will not get better unless residents do their part.
Jackson named Dimmit city manager

Jackson named Dimmit city manager

Jackson named Dimmit city manager

The search for a city manager ended Monday when the Dimmitt City Council unanimously selected Daniel Jackson from the 21 applicants who applied for the position. Following the resignation by B.J.
Battling COVID-19

Battling COVID-19

Battling COVID-19

CCH Chief of Nursing Services Dana Cobb, doctors and healthcare staff are on the frontlines daily in the midst of the COVID-19 surge in Castro County. She is urging all residents to heed all recommended safety protocols and protect the community.
Swifts edge out Lions, 59-54

Swifts edge out Lions, 59-54

Swifts edge out Lions, 59-54

The Nazareth Swifts claimed a victory over the Roby Lions, 59,54, in a battle for the win. The Swifts took charge of the first quarter with a Luke Betzen touchdown on an 8-yard rush and extra points, giving them an 8-0 lead.