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Swifts defeat Buffalos, 50-0

Swifts defeat Buffalos, 50-0

Swifts defeat Buffalos, 50-0

The Nazareth Swifts took a big conference win over the Petersburg Buffalos on Oct. 8, 50-0, in three quarters of play.
Swifts edge out Kangaroos

Swifts edge out Kangaroos

Swifts edge out Kangaroos

The Nazareth Swifts won a nail biter against the Kress Kangaroos in the final seconds of the game, 41-40, this past Friday, advancing them to a spot in the playoffs. The Swifts scored the first down on a 1- yard rush and touchdown by Luke Schulte, putting them on the board 6-0.
Sifuentez wins MMA bout in Oklahoma

Sifuentez wins MMA bout in Oklahoma

Sifuentez wins MMA bout in Oklahoma

Dimmitt Pro MMA (mixed martial arts) fighter Isaac Sifuentez traveled to Woodward, Oklahoma to participate in the Super Fight Night and came out with the big win.
Both Dimmitt High School cross county teams are headed for the Regional Meet in Lubbock after the Bobcats placed first in District and the Bobbies placed third.

Both Dimmitt High School cross county teams are headed for the Regional Meet in Lubbock after the Bobcats placed first in District and the Bobbies placed third.

Cross Country teams bound for regionals

Dimmitt, Nazareth and Hart High School cross country teams will be bound for the Regional XC meets in Lubbock, with all schools qualifying both boys and girls runners/teams. Dimmitt varsity boys placed first at the District 3A meet on Oct.
Bobcats lose to Wildcats, 62-6

Bobcats lose to Wildcats, 62-6

Bobcats lose to Wildcats, 62-6

The Dimmitt Bobcats suffered a big loss to the Canadian Wildcats, 62-6 this past Friday. Canadian took a big lead in the first quarter scoring on an 84-yard kickoff return, a 5-yard run, a 1-yard run, a 32-yard pass and 2-yard pass, to push out ahead 34-0.
Bobcats fall to Childress, 70-0

Bobcats fall to Childress, 70-0

Bobcats fall to Childress, 70-0

The Dimmitt Bobcats had a bumpy ride in their game against the Childress Bobcats, falling 70-0 in conference play. The Childress offense and defense were in full force holding the Bobcats to no gain throughout the game. As of this game, Childress was undefeated this season.

USDA seeking applications for college student summer interns

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is currently seeking applicants for collegiate student internships across Texas. Student trainee positions include soil conservationists, rangeland management specialists and engineers.
Monster Bash set for Oct. 29

Monster Bash set for Oct. 29

Monster Bash set for Oct. 29

The Don Harrington Discovery Center (DHDC) in Amarillo will be hosting its annual Monster Bash event on Oct. 29. Goblins, ghosts and princesses can join in the fun and experience a safe environment with spooky activities while experimenting with spine-chilling science.
DHS Band Scores Superior

DHS Band Scores Superior

DHS Band Scores Superior

The Dimmitt Bobcat Marching Band scored a 1st Division Superior rating with "all 1's" at the Texas UIL Marching Evaluation on Oct. 16 in Amarillo, qualifying them to compete in the Area A Marching Contest at Lowery Field in Lubbock this Saturday, Oct 23. The band will perform at :45.
Aggies bag the elephant

Aggies bag the elephant

Aggies bag the elephant

It can’t go unnoticed or unspoken that #1 ranked Alabama lost this past weekend to an unranked team – the Texas A&M Aggies. While Alabama fans were stunned were stunned, there were plenty of Aggie fans elated on Saturday at the big A&M 41-38 victory over the Crimson Tide.