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USDAcloses southern border again

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Wednesday, July 16, 2025
US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins shut down the U.S. southern border ports to livestock trade after reports of a new case of New World Screwworm in Mexico last Tuesday.An announcement that the border would be re-opening again as part of a risk-based phase was suddenly cut short.

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Commissioners tackle lengthy agenda

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Wednesday, July 16, 2025
The regular meeting of the Castro County Commissioners Court was held this past Monday with numerous action items to approve and reports from county entities. .County Judge Mandy Gfeller reported that the employee open enrollment for health insurance is scheduled for Aug. 20.
The 6th Grade Bobcats traveled to Plano and competed in the Court of 23 Hoops of Honor on July 12-13. The team won the championship title for the division. (Dimmitt Sports Media)

The 6th Grade Bobcats traveled to Plano and competed in the Court of 23 Hoops of Honor on July 12-13. The team won the championship title for the division. (Dimmitt Sports Media)

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Summer Championships

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Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Hancock distributes $1.2B in sale tax revenue

Hancock distributes $1.2B in sale tax revenue

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Hancock distributes $1.2B in sale tax revenue

News Staff
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced today he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.2 billion in local sales tax allocations for July, 4.5 percent more than in July 2024.
Paizlie Reyna-Matahas

Paizlie Reyna-Matahas

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Hart native breaks collegiate track record

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Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Trackster Paizlie Reyna-Matahas etched her name into the record books by being a member of the Oklahoma Panhandle State University (OPSU) track team that recently set two national records.New records were set in the 4x100 and 4x400 relays at the Fort Worth Texas Wesleyan SAC Outdoor Championships.

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Abbott announces special session agenda

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Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Governor Greg Abbott issued a proclamation on Wednesday identifying 18 agenda items for the upcoming Special Session that begins on July 21.“We delivered on historic legislation in the 89th Regular Legislative Session that will benefit Texans for generations to come,” said Abbott.
Castro County Community Calendar

Castro County Community Calendar

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Castro County Community Calendar

News Staff
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
July 12Nazareth German Fest. Naz Community Hall. German Meal at 11a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bingo (at Hall); Classic Car Show at 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Children’s Games at 1 to 4 p.m. at Community Park. Boy Scouts Flag Ceremony at noon.
Pet Talk

Pet Talk

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Pet Talk

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Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Weather-related disasters have increased in frequency and severity across the U.S.

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Library Lines ...

Gaye Reily
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
We would be remiss here at Rhoads Memorial Library if we did not mention the passing of Marie Howell on May 24, 2025, at the age of 86. She worked in our facility for 39 years during which time she served as library director from 1999 through September 2012.

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Quiet time with Jesus

Marijo Phelps Faithwriters.com
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Early is mandatory for quiet time with Jesus before your mind is fragmented with “TO DO” lists.One little elbow nudge from my Jesus, who knows me so well. Ever wonder why we should spend time with Him very early in our day?
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