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WTAMU wins again in drag show stand off

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
The U.S. Supreme Court has denied a request by WT Spectrum, for an emergency injunction to allow a drag show on the West Texas A&M campus.WT Spectrum requested the injunction on March 4, arguing that WTAMU President Walter Wendler was interfering with free speech.

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7,000-plus cattle lost in wildfires

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
The largest wildfire in Texas history is finally contained, leaving a vast sea of burnt destruction in path its path, including homes, structures, vehicles and livestock.
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SB 4 battle continues in appeals court

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
In a back-and-forth legal battle over a Texas law, SB 4, that would allow state law enforcement to arrest people suspected of illegally crossing the Texas-Mexico border, an order was issued by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals blocking the law from taking effect just hours after the U.S.
Dimmitt High School senior Na’Khiyah Porras competed at the THSWPA 3A DII State Championships and placed second in the 220-weight division with a total weight of 1,010 pounds. (BWT – 216 ; Squat – 360; Bench Press – 225 ; Dead Lift – 425). Porras also earned the Outstanding Deadlift Award in Class 3A. Other Dimmitt lifters competing at state were Jesimae Gomez, Rosalinda Comparan, Shaylagh Henriquez, Samara Smith, Estreya Rubio and Yadira Esqueda. The team is coached by Ruby Romero.

Dimmitt High School senior Na’Khiyah Porras competed at the THSWPA 3A DII State Championships and placed second in the 220-weight division with a total weight of 1,010 pounds. (BWT – 216 ; Squat – 360; Bench Press – 225 ; Dead Lift – 425). Porras also earned the Outstanding Deadlift Award in Class 3A. Other Dimmitt lifters competing at state were Jesimae Gomez, Rosalinda Comparan, Shaylagh Henriquez, Samara Smith, Estreya Rubio and Yadira Esqueda. The team is coached by Ruby Romero.

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Porras Powers in at State

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

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Tax breaks to expire in 2025 could hit ag sector

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
As the Trump-era tax breaks are set to expire in 2025, farmers will face an increased federal tax liability of billions of dollars, according to the USDA.Hitting the hardest at a combined $4.
Nazareth FFA Gracie White was named Vet Science Champion – Individual - at the Houston Livestock Show.

Nazareth FFA Gracie White was named Vet Science Champion – Individual - at the Houston Livestock Show.

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White wins at Houston

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

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Easter fun beyond the cliché egg hunt

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Easter is always a great way to spend time with family and get away from cell phones and computers, but it needs to be planned out for the kids to keep them engaged.Easter games are a great option and can make excellent Easter basket stuffers also.
Castro County Community Calendar

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Castro County Community Calendar

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
March 19 Soldier Boxes. Chamber of Commerce. 9 a.m. Cooking Well With Diabetes. Rhoads Memorial Library. RSVP 806-485-9135 March 20 AgriLife Profitability Workshop. Castro County Extension Office. Contact Castro County Extension for more information.March 22 AgriLife NRCS Tree Program. Sudan.
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Pet Talk

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
While it may be tempting to let your dog run loose in open spaces when no other animals are around, it’s essential to recognize the potential risks involved.
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