HPWD begins water level measurements

High Plains Underground Water Conservation District No. 1 (HPWD) staff members began annual water level measurements on Jan. 2, beginning with Castro, Deaf Smith and Parmer counties. These annual observations are one of the most essential services HPWD provides.

County stock shows kick off Jan. 10

With January comes the annual Nazareth Stock Show and Castro County Livestock Show which will kick off on Wednesday, Jan. 10 and run through Jan. 13. Nazareth FFA and 4-H youth will be exhibiting livestock at the Naz show on Wednesday beginning at 5 p.m.

CCH reflects on 2023 achievements

Castro County Healthcare (CCH) has seen important growth and milestone projects over the past year. From local donations to staff development and facility upgrades, 2023 was a great year for the local healthcare system.

Texas has 30 new laws in effect

Thirty new laws passed by the Texas Legislature took effect as the New Year rolled in. From property tax relief and franchise exemptions, E-cigarettes, and disbanding DEI offices, and identifying at-risk children, Texans will see some changes. Details of each new law can be found at capitol.texas.