Abbott requests gender-transitioning procedure investigation

Governor Greg Abbott has sent a letter to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS), directing the agency to conduct prompt and thorough investigations of any reported instances of Texas children being subjected to abusive gender-transitioning procedures.

Castro County 4-H Update

The Castro County 4-H Educational Presentations competitors did very well in the Share the Fun competition, with several headed for state. The District 4-H contest was held virtually this year; individuals had to record their performances and upload them.

DISD approves STAAR testing security

The Dimmitt ISD board of trustees met on Feb. 22 and approved several actions . The Texas Education Agency sets guidelines each year on STAAR testing security. The board approved and endorsed the recommendations for the training for DISD teachers.

Naz Robotics top in region

Nazareth Robotics #16617 veterans moved through the qualifying rounds, the semifinals and on to the final matches to win the Regional Alliance Captain and the Control Award. The Naz veteran team selected Denver City #15546 and Naz #18570 as alliance partners in the finals with winning results.

Pet Talk

Home is all about having a space to make your own. As humans, we all need a space where we are comfortable enough in our own skin to relax. And believe it or not, our feline friends have similar needs.

Library Lines ...

OOPS! How confused were you to see an old "Library Lines" column appearing in last week's Feb. 10, "Castro County News?" Editor Lynda swears she was not checking to see if we were alert; she noted that the correct column wasn’t retrieved! So, let's try a current column!