Abbott declares flflood disaster

Governor Gregg Abbott issued a major disaster declaration following the devastating floods that occurred in the predawn hours on Friday in the Hill Country region. President Donald Trump also signed a disaster declaration and put FEMA boots on the ground at the site.

Shooter killed after firing on ICE agents

A shooter was killed after exchanging gunfire with U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents at the U.S. Border Patrol McAllen Station in Texas.According to an FBI statement, the McAllen Police Department received a call reporting shots heard in the area of the U.S.

State FFA Convention

Nazareth FFA Chapter attended the Texas State FFA Convention in Fort Worth where they attended workshops, heard JB Mauney discuss mental strength vs.

Castro County Community Calendar

July 7Free Sports Physicals. Nazareth athletesat Nazareth Gymnasium starting at 8:30 a.m. Medical Center of Dimmitt will be doing the physicals. For more information, contact Linda at 806-647-2194.July 8Hart Elementary Pre-k & Kinder Round Up. 4-6 p.m. Enroll in Kindergarten and apply for Headstart.

Library Lines ...

The fun of summer reading program continues here at Rhoads Memorial Library as youngsters enter the July phase of the event. As they continue reading, they are eligible to enter a drawing for grand prizes that range from small robotics to cuddly stuffed animals to Wonderland passes.

Pet Talk

Our pets are always there for us, and we want what’s best for them. There are certain actions we can take to keep pets happy and healthy for as long as possible and build the bond we share with them.

Scepter of Faith

Fairy tales stretch imaginations of the young and young at heart.I know there’s a vast difference between make-believe and reality. Fiction and nonfi ction are decidedly different. I don’t believe a fairy godmother is waving a magic wand and granting wishes.

You are a Light Born to Shine

In a world filled with noise and chaos, it’s easy to forget who you truly are. The opinions of others can cloud your vision.Society often tries to define you, but remember you are not what the world thinks you are. You were created with purpose.

SCOTUS rules for opt out in school LGBTQ themes

Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision, ruled in favor of Maryland parents who sought to opt out their children from instruction and classroom discussions involving books with LGBTQ themes and inclusions.

Castro County 4-H Spencer Acker