Wolves knock off Bushland, play for district title tomorrow

Dalhart quarterback Hunter Trusler runs with the ball against the Bushland Falcons. Trusler scored three touchdowns on runs and also had an interception return for a touchdown as the Wolves beat the Falcons for the first time in 12 years. The Golden Wolves play Shallowater in Memorial Stadium tomorrow night for the district championship. Details of the game, and a couple of more photos, are inside this edition of the Dalhart Texan. Photo courtesy of Roy Wheeler | Press Pass Sports

Texline’s Samantha Young, Dalhart’s Victoria Terrazas shine at State

Victoria Terrazas, a senior for the Dalhart Lady Wolves, placed 11th in Class 3A at the State Cross Country Championships in Round Rock on October 11, which automatically earned her a place on the Cross Country Coaches Association of Texas All-State team. She was only 1.2 seconds behind 10th place and a medal. More coverage of the State meet is in this edition of the Dalhart Texan. Bill Kelly | Dalhart Texan

Dalhart Elementary celebrates Dia de los Muertos

Event includes color, dance, heart

By Molly Ritchey
Special to the Dalhart Texan

Bright marigolds, fluttering papel picado, and the hum of lively music filled the playground behind Dalhart Elementary last week as families came together to celebrate Día de los Muertos, a cherished tradition honoring loved ones who have passed. For many in the town, it was a joyful introduction; for others, a chance to reconnect with roots.

Dalhart Elementary hosts Dia de los Muertos

One of the main parts of the Dia De los Muertos celebration was the altar that was set up to remember those who have passed away. Bill Kelly | Dalhart Texan

Interact Club hosts Halloween Carnival

A bounce house was one of the many activities at the annual Interact Club Halloween Carnival at the Rita Blanca Coliseum on Saturday October 25. Bill Kelly | Dalhart Texan

Coach Joey Read, 7-1 Golden Wolves on cusp of history

By Kevin Lovell
Special to the Dalhart Texan

It will be a tall order, but that is what dreams are made of. A victory at perennial power Bushland on Friday followed by a win against always tough Shallowater at Dalhart the following week would mean a rare undisputed district title for the Golden Wolves.

Lady Wolves headed back to State

The Dalhart Lady Wolves placed fourth at the Region I, Class 3A Cross Country Meet in Lubbock on Monday October 20, qualifying for State for the fourth straight year, and tenth time under Coach Stephanie Vogel. L-r: Coach Stephanie Vogel, Michelle Pina, Bree Pollard, Haylee Arrington, Circe Johnson, Victoria Terrazas, Lia Palma, Vianney Dominguez, Rhylie Phillips and Teresa Rubio. Complete results, and more photos, are in this edition of the Dalhart Texan. Bill Kelly | Dalhart Texan

$1.1 billion distributed in sales tax revenue

City of Dalhart receives over $260,000

(AUSTIN) — Acting Texas Comptroller Kelly Hancock announced today he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose districts $1.1 billion in local sales tax allocations for October, 3.9 percent more than in October 2024. These allocations are based on sales made in August by businesses that report tax monthly.

South Ward Days

By Jonna Bridgman
Special to the Dalhart Texan

My small family had lived in the Coldwater community until time for me to start school. As I was an only child, I have become the keeper of my family’s past. If I’m not sure about a memory, usually there is no one to ask about details. So, if I make them up, nobody will know. In my writing, I do try to have everything correct.

Dalhart area students eligible for scholarships

4-H and FFA graduating high school seniors in the Dalhart area are eligible to apply for the AgYouth of the Month Scholarship Program that AgTexas Farm Credit created ten years ago. 

So far, the program has awarded more than $200,000 in scholarships to students in the 43 counties that AgTexas serves. In addition to the $20,000 awarded in $1,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors, AgTexas will present awards to a graduate student and a 4-H or FFA leader in each of the three regions that the Ag cooperative serves.

Dalhart Truck Parts opens with ribbon cutting

The Dalhart Area Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting on Wednesday October 1 in conjunction with the grand opening of Dalhart Truck Parts. Dalhart Truck Parts is located at 12332 U.S. Highway 87 and carries commercial and heavy duty truck parts. Lisa Boggs | Dalhart Texan

4-H youth are beyond ready

Dallam, Hartley counties join national celebration of leadership, learning, service

By Maggie Meeks
Special to the Dalhart Texan

Dalhart — 4-H youth in Dallam and Hartley Counties are proving they’re not just ready for the future, they’re Beyond Ready. During National 4-H Week, celebrated Oct. 5–11, 2025, local clubs shared how 4-H equips young people with the skills, confidence, and resilience to lead in a world full of opportunity and change.

Early release for Dalhart ISD

Dalhart ISD will have an early release tomorrow, Friday October 10. Students will be released at 12:30 p.m., and buses will run at 1 p.m. Students will have a chance to eat lunch before leaving for the day. Monday October 13 is a school holiday for Columbus Day, so there will be no school that day.

Denver Avenue Closed from 7th to Highway 87

DALHART – In a change that started last week, US 54/Denver Avenue will be closed from 7th street to US 87 as crews continue work on the construction project (please see pictured map). The traffic pattern change is taking place to improve the safety of the construction zone and the traveling public. The change is expected to be in place until early 2026. We appreciate the public’s patience as we work to deliver a quality but most importantly a safe product.

Dalhart High inducts NHS members

BY BILL KELLY
Dalhart Texan

The Dalhart High School chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) held its annual induction ceremony on Sunday October 1 at the high school auditorium.

Pigskin Pick 10 winners

LISA BOGGS

Dalhart Texan

Pasha Erbank won the first week of the Pigskin Pick 10 contest, and received a gift certificate from the Dust Bowl Bar & Grill.

Johann Erbank was the winner for week 2 of the Pigskin Pick 10 contest and received a gift certificate from the Dust Bowl Bar & Grill.

DHS student council starts Wolfpack Wardrobe

Clothes closet to benefit those with need

BY BILL KELLY
Dalhart Texan

The Dalhart High School student council announced last week that it is starting a clothes closet to benefit students in the Dalhart school district who are economically disadvantaged. Called the “Wolfpack Wardrobe,” it is hoped that this new venture will help make sure that all Dalhart students have clean clothes in good condition to attend school. 

Dalhart High senior Victoria Terrazas (who was crowned homecoming queen last Friday), was the one who came up with the idea and went to student council sponsor Laura Amaya. Terrazas knew that the Good Samaritan in Dalhart had stopped taking clothes to focus on food distribution, so she wanted students to have another way to find nice clothes if they couldn’t afford to go buy new clothing. 

Only students who attend Dalhart ISD will be allowed to “shop” at the Wolfpack Wardrobe. In order to be allowed access to the closet, a student must either be part of the migrant program at the school, or be recommended by a teacher, counselor or mentor. 

The Wolfpack Wardrobe accepted its first donations last Saturday, September 27, and will have accept clothing on two different Saturdays each month. Items donated should be “gently used” (so no stained or ripped clothing) and should be washed prior to being donated. The clothing items that will be accepted are the following: 

• Jeans-must be school appropriate (any holes should be mid-thigh or lower.) 
• Shirts-shoulders should be at least three inches in width 
• Shoes-not ripped, but open-toed shoes are accepted 
• Backpacks 
• Lunch boxes 
• Metal water bottles 
• Undergarments- only new undergarments will be accepted, nothing used. 

The location of the Wolfpack Wardrobe is the old Intermediate Band Hall at 800 Peach Avenue. As mentioned, there will be two drop-off days per month, which will be advertised in advance on social media. Anyone who can’t make it on a drop-off day can email wolfpackwardrobe@ dalhartisd.org to make arrangements to donate items.

DHS homecoming royalty

Victoria Terrazas and Victor Perez were crowned homecoming queen and king before the Dalhart Golden Wolves vs. Borger football game on Friday September 26. Terrazas and Perez are both seniors, and were selected by the sophomore class as members of the homecoming court before being voted queen and king by the entire Dalhart High student body. Bill Kelly | Dalhart Texan

La Rita Theatre files lawsuit against former treasurer

BY BILL KELLY
Dalhart Texan

 In a stunning development, the La Rita Theatre announced on its Facebook page last week that it had removed board member and treasurer Josh Beecher after discovering “potential misappropriation of funds from the theatre.” The La Rita Theatre Board of Directors hired counsel and has now filed a lawsuit against Beecher.

Homecoming Spirit

 Members of the SUBDEBS high school sorority spent a couple of hours decorating cars for homecoming on Sunday September 21 in the Dalhart High student parking lot. Dalhart’s homecoming game is tomorrow, Friday September 26. Photos of the homecoming king and queen candidates are in this edition of the Dalhart Texan. Bill Kelly | Dalhart Texan