United Way of Moore County's new Executive Director, Pam Williams, stated that she is delighted to join the organization and eager to take part in her first Day of Caring event which will take place on May 4.

Today, more on the status of our water supply. Kirk Welch is the assistant general manager at the North Plains Groundwater Conservation District and recently told KXDJ’s Chris Samples, “Nothing new here in that the Ogallala continues to decline. There are obviously a myriad of strategies that everybody’s looking at to try and slow the decline. But certainly, south of our district, we see a much more extreme decline and here in our area, clearly from one section to another, there can be a significant difference. That is a characteristic of the aquifer itself.”

More can be heard here.

Welch added, “Without a doubt, the formation itself yields more water in some places than it does in others.”

By Pearl Chambers

On April 12th, 2024 in Dumas, Texas, a heartwarming moment took place at the local post office as a father proudly swore in his son as the new postmaster of Dumas Texas.

The father, James Chambers, has worked at the post office for over 30 years and had seen his fair share of challenges and successes. Mr. Chambers, a Postmaster of Fort Myers’s Florida, also served as a Postmaster of Amarillo Texas.

His dedication and hard work have earned him the respect of his colleagues and the community.

His son, Quaid Chambers, has grown up watching his father go to work every day with a sense of pride and purpose. He admired his father's work ethic and determination, and it inspired him to follow in his footsteps.

After years of hard work and dedication, Quaid has finally achieved a dream of becoming a Postmaster. On this special day, his father had the honor of swearing him in.

As Quaid stood before his colleagues, friends and family, his father beamed with pride as he administered the oath of office to his son.

It was a moment that will be cherished for years to come, a symbol of a father's love and a son's determination to make him proud. The Chambers family stood together, united in their commitment to serving their community through the post office.

Photos include:
Mayor Bob Brinkmann and Quaid chambers
James Chambers and Quaid Chambers (father and son)
Bob Schrock manager of post office operations, Quaid Chambers, James Chambers Postmaster , Joe Colbert supervisor
Carl Watson Dumas Moore County Chamber of Commerce

MOORE COUNTY CRIME STOPPERS CRIME OF THE WEEK
STOLEN HOMEMADE TRAILER

On 03/15/2024, Deputies with the Moore County Sheriff’s Office were made aware of a trailer that was stolen from the 200 Block of Trosper Lane in Etter, Texas. The trailer is described as being black in color and is 12 ft long with a 6 ft gooseneck tongue. The trailer has a cutout in the front for an angle iron and has a metal grate floor. The theft occurred sometime between 02/23/2024 and 03/15/2024, when it was discovered to have been missing.

The trailer has been entered into the State and National database as stolen and displays Texas Farm Tag GDCY41. Below are some photographs of the stolen trailer.

If you have any information on who stole this trailer or its current location, contact us at www.p3tips.com/1066. If your tip leads to the arrest of the suspect or suspects, you could earn up to $1,000. Remember that you remain 100% anonymous for any information you submit.

Kirk Welch--Assistant General Manager - Outreach at North Plains Groundwater Conservation District

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Kirk Welch--Assistant General Manager - Outreach at North Plains Groundwater Conservation District, spoke with KXDJ's Chris Samples and master irrigation and water in the North Plains Water District

To listen click  HERE and HERE






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Moore County Crime Stoppers would like to recognize Officer Dimontray Sibley as the Officer of the Month.

Officer Sibley is a new addition to the Dumas Police Department, having previously served as an Officer with the Pampa Police Department.

Recently, Officer Sibley was dispatched with another Officer to a structure fire call in Dumas. The following details have been gathered from an article by Mr. John Key of the Moore County News Press in the March 9-10, 2024 edition, and describe Officer Sibley’s recent actions that earned him the spot as the Moore County Crime Stoppers Officer of the Month!

It is worth noting that at the time Officer Sibley responded to the call detailed in this post, he had not even been formally sworn-in as an Officer of the DPD yet.

In January, a house trailer between NW 3rd and NW 4th caught fire and, despite the efforts of firefighters, eventually burned to the ground. As firefighters and police arrived on scene, a man who lived in the trailer was lying “incapacitated” on the ground behind the structure out of sight as the flames began to engulf it.

Officer Sibley arrived on scene and heard a call for help and, “without hesitation,” ran to assist the man in need. Officer Sibley is credited with “saving him from further injury and possible death.” Officer Sibley and his shift Sergeant, Sgt. Osvaldo Barba, were able to get the man to a safe place where personnel from Moore County Emergency Medical Services were able to begin treating him for smoke inhalation and then transport him to the hospital for further care.

Officer Sibley was later awarded a department-level Meritorious Service Commendation during a Dumas City Commission meeting, where he was also formally sworn-in as a Dumas Police Officer.

Officer Sibley’s actions on this call are a shining example of what it means to be a public servant, and we look forward to the great things he will continue to do for our community as a Dumas PD Officer!

If you see Officer Sibley out and about, shake his hand and let him know that Moore County appreciates the job he does for our community.

Congratulations Officer Sibley on being selected as the Moore County Crime Stoppers Officer of the Month!

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Dumas Rotary Club is proud to announce that Lyza Hernandez was 2nd Runner Up in the March 17 St. Patrick Day Event in Shamrock.

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Congratulations to Carl Watson, who was recognized for his outstanding contributions to our community at today's Friends of Scouting Luncheon!

The Boy Scouts provide young people with leadership training, lifesaving skills, and interpersonal skills. Scouts are awesome!

All money that is raised in Moore County stays in Moore County to help local troops and Moore County kids!

Dumas Police Department

It’s a great honor to be recognized by the Texas Police Chiefs Association and the Foundation’s Texas Accreditation Program.

It serves as a testament to the professionalism and dedication of the men and women of Dumas Police Department.

This recognition is theirs, and I am extremely proud of them all.
— Chief Rick Pippins

Texas Accreditation Program

Please welcome the Dumas Police Department to the TPCAF Accreditation Program. Chief Rick Pippins and his team at DPD have done a great job meeting best practice standards.

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After successfully operating a welding/fencing business throughout East Texas for 5 years, I have decided to relocate to Stratford, TX to primarily focus on agricultural infrastructure projects. I recognize that each landowner has unique requirements and goals, and I prioritize providing tailored solutions that meet their specific needs. Whether it's agricultural fencing or other land-related projects, I possess the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional results.

My ultimate vision is to establish Hopkins Fencing as a premier ag-service business, renowned for delivering outstanding and innovative solutions to address the distinct challenges faced by landowners. —