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On the 100th day of school at Nazareth ISD, Castro County Extension Agent Felice Acker and Texas 4-H STEM Ambassador Spencer Acker joined the Pre-K kids. Spencer combined STEM with folktales to build houses from straws, popsicle sticks and Legos as a part of the outreach education with schools.

On the 100th day of school at Nazareth ISD, Castro County Extension Agent Felice Acker and Texas 4-H STEM Ambassador Spencer Acker joined the Pre-K kids. Spencer combined STEM with folktales to build houses from straws, popsicle sticks and Legos as a part of the outreach education with schools.

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STEM Ambassador guides Pre-K projects

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

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Sheriff ’s Offi ce warns of scam

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
The Castro County Sheriff ’s Office recently received information from a citizen concerning call received about civil papers. According to the report, the call came from a woman claiming to have civil papers for her husband and he should call back. The Sheriff’s Office said it is a scam.
LSC Honor Roll

LSC Honor Roll

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LSC Honor Roll

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Nearly 180 Angelo State University student-athletes, including Blakely Gerber of Nazareth, Texas, have been named to the Lone Star Conference Commissioner’s Honor Roll for their academic performance during the fall 2023 semester.Gerber is majoring in Business Administration at Angelo State.
Clock running down on voter registration

Clock running down on voter registration

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Clock running down on voter registration

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Castro County voters who have not registered to vote in the primaries have a very limited amount of time to become a qualified voter. The last day to register to vote is Feb. 5. The last day to apply for a ballot (received, not postmarked( by mail is Feb. 23.
Rep. Arrington stands with Abbott on border crisis

Rep. Arrington stands with Abbott on border crisis

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Rep. Arrington stands with Abbott on border crisis

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
United States Representative Jodey Arrington (TX-19) hosted meetings last week in the Texas Panhandle and South Plains regions to gain insight from the residents in the area, including the border crisis.Arrington made a stop in Castro and other surrounding counties.

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UT complies with DEI ban, ends scholarships

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Officials at the University of Texas at Austin eliminated scholarships for undocumented students, citing the state’s DEI ban and a federal immigration law, according to an internal communication. UT is among many colleges across the state closing DEI offices and struggling to comply with Texas law.
Dimmitt receives grant for Splash Park

Dimmitt receives grant for Splash Park

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Dimmitt receives grant for Splash Park

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024
The city of Dimmitt has received a $317,500 non-urban outdoor grant for the Dimmitt Splash Park project. The project includes an accessible route and a recirculating splash pad.

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Paxton pushes to end whistleblower lawsuit

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is seeking to end a whistleblower lawsuit by former top staff members and announced the agency would not contest the facts of the case and would accept any judgement.
Castro County Community Calendar

Castro County Community Calendar

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Castro County Community Calendar

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Jan. 29 AgriLife Extension Tree Pruning Techniques, Hale County Extension Office, 9 a.m. Jan. 29 – Feb. 1 DMS School Book Fair, DMS Library. 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Feb. 3 Nazareth Area Farm Sale. Equipment listed on the advertised sale bill must be consigned by Jan. 3.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

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Pet Talk

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024
Mange is a skin disease that can compromise a pet’s well-being, leading to discomfort and potential health complications. Though it is a more common condition for dogs, cats can also be at risk, which is why owners should familiarize themselves with common varieties of feline mange. Dr.
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