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Two car fires reported within one weekBy Nixie Sanderson Two vehicle fires have been reported in the last week in Dalhart.
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TDCJ facility among those to receive COVID-19 vaccinesBy Nixie Sanderson Two rounds of allotments of the vaccine for COVID-19 have been distributed to locations across the state of Texas this month. Under the plan for distribution of the vaccine, front-line healthcare workers and residents of long-term care facilities are the first in line to receive the vaccine, according to information released by the Texas Department of State Health Services. >> More
Vehicle fire on Christmas EveBy Nixie Sanderson First responders were on the scene of a fire Thursday evening in Dalhart. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered a car on fire inside a carport at a residence on Rock Island Avenue. >> More
DAWGS seeks forever homes for more than 200 petsBy Nixie Sanderson For 17 years, DAWGS (Dalhart Animals Wellness Group and Sanctuary) in Texas has served as a beacon of hope for abandoned and stray dogs in the far northwest Texas panhandle. With a facility located just a few minutes outside of Dalhart, hundreds of dogs each year are provided temporary shelter as they await their forever home. >> More
Cheering on the Lady Wolves as they host defending state champsBill Kelly The Dalhart High cheerleaders lead the crowd from the sideline during a 30-second timeout as the Lady Wolves hosted the 2019-2020 Class 2A state champion Gruver Lady Hounds on Monday. >> More
Santa Claus is coming to townPhoto Courtesy Texline Fire Department Santa Claus made an early stop in Texline on Monday evening. He was escorted through town by the Texline Volunteer Fire Department and was accompanied by The Grinch. >> More
School report cards released without STAAR data, ratingBy Nixie Sanderson The Texas Academic Performance Reports (TAPR) are available for each of the school district across the state for the 2019-2020 school year. The reports are released by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and rank districts with an “A” through “F” letter grade based on a myriad of criteria, including student testing performance.
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Local physician answers COVID-19 vaccine questionsSubmitted to Dr. Natalie Hobdy answered questions regarding the vaccine for COVID-19. Distribution of the vaccine began last week, although the vaccine has not yet been received in Dallam and Hartley Counties.
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Santa has escort through DalhartBy Nixie Sanderson Santa Claus was escorted through Dalhart last week by the Dalhart Volunteer Fire Department. >> More
Hartley County Sheriff honored for more than 20 years of serviceBy Nixie Sanderson Retiring Hartley County Sheriff Franky Scott was honored by the Hartley County elected officials and deputies Friday morning with a reception at the Hartley County Courthouse in Channing. Scott will officially retire on December 31 after serving 20 years and five months as sheriff, capping a career of more than 40 years in law enforcement and finishing as the longest-serving sheriff in Hartley County. >> More
COVID-19 fatality reported in Hartley County; vaccine distribution begins in stateBy Nixie Sanderson The number of deaths related to COVID-19 in Dallam and Hartley Counties has risen to 17. The total comes as an additional fatality of a Hartley County resident was reported Tuesday afternoon by the Dalhart Office of Emergency Management.
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Financial integrity reports released for school districtsBy Nixie Sanderson The Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) reports for school districts have been released by the Texas Education Agency (TEA). >> More
School board approves FIRST, TAPR annual reportsBy Nixie Sanderson Both the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) report and the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR) for the district were approved by the Dalhart Independent School District board of education at their Tuesday evening meeting. >> More
Hospital board authorizes vacant property saleBy Nixie Sanderson The Dallam Hartley County Hospital Board has authorized the sale of property owned by the hospital district.
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More snow in the forecast as averages up for the yearBy Nixie Sanderson A total of three inches of snow fell Saturday night into Sunday morning in Dalhart. That’s the official total from the National Weather Service in Amarillo.
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Foundation to receive more than $144,000 in fundraising campaignBy Nixie Sanderson The Dallam Hartley Counties Healthcare Foundation will receive additional prize funds from The Panhandle Gives, for a total receipt of $144,598.84.
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Hein to retire after 28 years at fire departmentBy Nixie Sanderson Ron Hein is retiring from the Dalhart Volunteer Fire Department after 28 years of service.
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Christmas cheer in lightsBy Nixie Sanderson Christmas lights are up in neighborhoods across Dalhart as residents welcome the holiday season. >> More
AimBank, FirstBank & Trust merger completedBy Nixie Sanderson The merger between AimBank and FirstBank & Trust was completed as of the end of business December 4. The announcement was made in a joint statement of the two banks this week.
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Lights active, speed change expected at highway intersectionBy Nixie Sanderson The flashing lights at the intersection of Highway 87 and FM 281 are now active. The lights were installed earlier this fall. >> More |