Pictured left Pictured left to right: Connie Flores and Zoraida Arroyos

Congratulations to Zoraida Arroyos, who is the recipient of a Service Excellence Award! Here is her story:

Recently, a Family Health Clinic patient with advanced Parkinson’s disease, who depends on a wheelchair and consistent medication management, went nearly a month without a critical prescription. As a result, the patient experienced a significant decline, including increased weakness, worsening symptoms, and reduced ability to function.

Recognizing the urgency of the situation, Zoraida Arroyos took immediate action. After contacting the patient’s neurologist and identifying an insurance delay on the medication, she located a temporary supply of the medication in Amarillo to bridge the gap in care.
Understanding that the patient had no transportation, Zoraida went above and beyond. She personally traveled to Amarillo to pick up the medication and delivered it directly to the patient’s home, ensuring timely treatment and continuity of care.

This act reflects more than clinical excellence. It demonstrates deep compassion, personal accountability, and a commitment to doing what is right for the patient, no matter the effort required.

Zoraida Arroyos exemplifies the very best of patient-centered care, and it is with great pride that we recognize and celebrate her outstanding service.

Thank you, Zoraida, for your incredible act of compassion for your patient! We are incredibly proud that you are a part of our team!


Recently, a Family Health Clinic patient with advanced Parkinson’s disease, who depends on a wheelchair and consistent medication management, went nearly a month without a critical prescription. As a result, the patient experienced a significant decline, including increased weakness, worsening symptoms, and reduced ability to function.

Recognizing the urgency of the situation, Zoraida Arroyos took immediate action. After contacting the patient’s neurologist and identifying an insurance delay on the medication, she located a temporary supply of the medication in Amarillo to bridge the gap in care.

Understanding that the patient had no transportation, Zoraida went above and beyond. She personally traveled to Amarillo to pick up the medication and delivered it directly to the patient’s home, ensuring timely treatment and continuity of care.

This act reflects more than clinical excellence. It demonstrates deep compassion, personal accountability, and a commitment to doing what is right for the patient, no matter the effort required.

Zoraida Arroyos exemplifies the very best of patient-centered care, and it is with great pride that we recognize and celebrate her outstanding service.

Thank you, Zoraida, for your incredible act of compassion for your patient! We are incredibly proud that you are a part of our team!
Pictured left to right: Connie Flores and Zoraida Arroyos

PICTURED LEFT TO RIGHT: David Hernandez and Jeff Turner

Congratulations to David Hernandez, who is a recipient of a Service Excellence Award! Here is his story:

While leaving work recently, David witnessed a community member experience a hard fall while walking in the neighborhood around the hospital. Without hesitation, David stopped to assist, and quickly recognized that the individual needed medical evaluation as they had sustained visible head and hand injuries.

David calmly encouraged the individual to seek care, and personally offered to transport them to the hospital to ensure they received prompt attention for their injuries. After speaking with them and learning that the individual was alone and without immediate available support, David remained at the hospital to offer any needed assistance and reassurance while the individual was treated. After treatment was complete, the individual was discharged, and David made certain that they returned home safely by taking the time to drive them home himself.

David’s willingness to step in, stay present, and place the needs of another above his own reflects the very best of our organization. His actions not only helped prevent a potentially more serious outcome, but also demonstrated genuine humanity, empathy, and service beyond expectation.

Thank you, David, for exemplifying the true meaning of service excellence through compassion, attentiveness, and commitment to others!

PICTURED LEFT TO RIGHT: Yessenia Longoria and Laqueta West

Congratulations to Laqueta West, who is a recipient of a Moore to Give Award!
Here is her story:

During a recent admission, Laqueta West became aware that a patient was scheduled to attend a critical government assistance appointment to secure medication support. As she spoke with them, it became clear that the patient did not have appropriate clothing for the appointment and lacked a support system to help them prepare. Understanding both the importance of the meeting and the barrier this created, Laqueta took meaningful action.

Rather than limiting her role to coordinating services, she personally purchased a presentable shirt and pants to ensure the patient could attend the appointment with confidence and dignity. This thoughtful gesture was undertaken on her own time, reflecting a commitment that extended far beyond her professional responsibilities.

While addressing social determinants of health is a key component of case management, Laqueta’s response demonstrated something deeper; true advocacy and empathy in action. She recognized that promoting health involves more than arranging resources; it requires seeing and supporting the whole person. By removing a seemingly simple but significant obstacle, she reinforced the patient’s sense of worth and stability during a vulnerable time.

Laqueta’s attentiveness, initiative, and compassion exemplify service excellence. Her actions strengthened trust, preserved dignity, and made a meaningful difference in a patient’s life.

Thank you, Laqueta, for your compassion and unwavering dedication to your patient’s needs! We are incredibly proud that you are a part of our team!

PICTURED LEFT TO RIGHT: Ashleigh Wiswell and Cecilia Garcia

Congratulations to Cecilia Garcia, who is a recipient of a Moore to Give Award! Here is her story:

While serving as a PT technician in the Swing Bed program, Cecilia Garcia cared for a patient who did not have family support readily available. During the course of treatment, Cecilia noticed the patient was wearing only hospital gowns because they did not have access to personal clothing. Understanding how this affected both comfort and confidence, Cecilia took immediate action, providing sweatshirts, pants, and socks so the patient could feel more at ease. With the proper clothing, the patient was also better able to participate fully in therapy services.

Cecilia’s attentiveness did not stop there. She recognized another unmet need when she learned the patient’s hair had become severely matted and that they longed for a haircut. Once again, Cecilia stepped forward without hesitation. She returned multiple times to wash the patient’s clothes and, on her own time, came in to wash, trim, and style their hair. The transformation that followed was not only physical but emotional; restoring a sense of dignity, confidence, and self-worth.

Through these acts of kindness, Cecilia demonstrated that exceptional care extends beyond clinical responsibilities. She did not simply see a patient; she saw a person deserving of compassion and respect. By recognizing unmet needs and taking personal initiative to address them, Cecilia embodied the very highest standard of service excellence and the spirit of care the organization strives to provide each day.

Thank you, Cecilia for your rapport with your patients and commitment to compassionately providing your patients the support they need!

L to R: Gene Copenhaver, NCBA President & Cow/Calf Producer; Rowdy Rhoades, Moore County Judge; Jeremy Minton, JBS USA Head of Operations, Fed Beef; Bob Krebs, JBS USA President, Fed Beef; John Paul Batista, son of JBS USA CEO; Wesley Batista Filho, JBS USA CEO; Paul Finch, JBS USA Cactus General Manager; Luis Vazquez, JBS USA Director of CapEx; and Colin Woodall, NCBA CEO

CACTUS, TEXAS (Feb. 27, 2026) – JBS USA, one of the world’s leading food companies, officially broke ground today on a $150 million expansion project at its beef production facility in Cactus, Texas. The project includes construction of a new, state-of-the-art fabrication floor and an expanded ground beef room, strengthening the long-term competitiveness of one of the company's largest and most important beef plants. 

‌This major investment is designed to increase operational efficiency, enhance production capacity, and create new opportunities for cattle producers, customers, team members, and the surrounding rural communities. Construction is underway, with expectation of being completed by early 2027.

“This groundbreaking marks an exciting moment for JBS USA, our team in Cactus, and cattle producers,” said Wesley Batista Filho, CEO of JBS USA. “The investment reflects our long-term commitment to the U.S. beef industry and the rural communities where we live and work. By modernizing and expanding our Cactus facility, we are ensuring that our business, and the thousands of families who depend on it, remain positioned for success now and in the future.”

‌The Cactus facility, located in the Texas Panhandle, currently employs more than 3,600 team members and partners with local cattle producers, purchasing approximately $3.3 billion in livestock annually. 

‌Elected officials say the reinvestment marks a major step forward for the region, highlighting its economic significance and benefits for Texas producers: 

‌“I commend JBS for their investment right here in Cactus,” said state Rep. Caroline Fairly. “This transformational project sends a clear message that they believe in the Texas Panhandle, in our workforce, and in the long-term future of this area. We are proud to see JBS continue investing in our community and in American agriculture.”

“I am grateful for the investment of an additional $150 million from JBS USA in Cactus, TX at their beef facility,” said state Senator Kevin Sparks. “The panhandle is proud to be a leading provider of beef in the United States and upgrading this facility will help us continue that heritage while providing additional local jobs and food for our state and country.”

‌Moore County Judge Rowdy Rhoades applauded JBS’s investment in the local community and its ongoing impact on Cactus residents: 

‌‌“The investment is about more than just expanded production capacity, it reinforces JBS’s longstanding commitment to the people who call this community home. Through their Hometown Strong and Better Futures programs, they’ve partnered directly with community leaders to fund numerous local projects that our residents enjoy and benefit from, along with education opportunities for their employees and their families. This expansion builds on that momentum, ensuring that Cactus continues to thrive and remains a vibrant, resilient place.”

Beyond its facility upgrades, JBS USA continues to invest in rural communities like Cactus through its Hometown Strong and Better Futures programs. Since 2020, JBS has invested more than $11 million in Cactus community projects—including parks, enhanced local facilities, nonprofit support, and affordable housing—while enabling more than 259 team members and their children to pursue tuition-free community college. 

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Shawn Kimbrell, pictured with his wife, was recognized at the National Wheat Foundation reception at Commodity Classic.

[AMARILLO, TX]

Two Texas wheat producers were recognized as national winners in the National Wheat Yield Contest, earning top honors in the dryland winter wheat category. Shawn Kimbrell, of Sunray, and Royce O’Neal, of White Deer, were recognized during the National Wheat Foundation reception at Commodity Classic on February 24, 2026.

A former National Wheat Yield Contest winner, Kimbrell earned first place in the percentage over county average category with a yield of 70.04 bushels per acre, 448% above the Moore County average. Kimbrell planted WestBred WB4595 and attributes much of his success to careful variety selection. A strong proponent of no-till farming and crop rotation, Kimbrell plants one-third of his acreage in dryland wheat, one-third in dryland cotton and leaves the remaining third fallow to conserve moisture.

When asked about his advice for fellow farmers, Kimbrell said, “Don’t plant fence to fence. Lay out ground. During that resting time, we’ve learned that the moisture, what little moisture we get, is stored. I harvest a crop every year, even in the dry years. It might not be a 70-bushel crop every year, but it’s harvested every year.”

Kimbrell is strategic with input management, timing topdress fertilizer applications to align with forecasted snow or rainfall to maximize efficiency. Recognizing the importance of weed control in a no-till system, Kimbrell has also been experimenting with drone technology and used a spray drone to combat mustard weed in the winning field.

Although we are not native to Borger, we have lived here since acquiring the dealership in December 2024. We are proud to now call Borger home for the foreseeable future. Our mission is to provide our customers with a type of service they have never experienced from a dealership.

We like to jokingly say, “we are the anti-car dealership, dealership!” Our goal is to create a company that has generational customers. We believe that price should not be the only factor when deciding where to buy a vehicle.

So, we want our customers to feel a sense of value from their car buying experience. This is why our service after the sale is where we truly shine. For example, one of the many perks of being a Webb & Company customer is having free carwashes for the life of your vehicle.

Additionally, the most important aspect to us is that the company is, and always remains, faith based and that we strive to do all things for the glory of God.

Please come and experience the Webb & Company difference, because everyone needs a “W”!

Sincerely,
Christopher & Tyler Webb

Congratulations to Conda Bell, who is a recipient of a Life Saving Award. Here is her story:

On the morning of August 18, 2025, Conda Bell noticed that something was wrong with one of her co-workers after visiting with him in his office. He did not “look right” to her, and his shortness of breath concerned her deeply. Though her role as HR Benefits Specialist doesn’t involve patient care, she didn’t hesitate. Acting on instinct, Conda called the ED and requested immediate assistance, ensuring he could get the care he urgently needed.

Her quick thinking set a chain of life-saving actions in motion. Her coworker arrived at the ED and the clinical team quickly assessed and stabilized him, ultimately identifying a life-threatening pulmonary embolism that required emergency intervention. Her coworker received immediate stabilization and was transferred for treatment and surgery. Thanks to the rapid response initiated by Conda, he was discharged home safely the next day.

Conda went far beyond her normal responsibilities. She stepped into an unfamiliar, high-stakes situation with courage, compassion, and determination. She demonstrated that compassion and courage are not limited by one’s job description, and her actions directly contributed to saving a life of a co-worker who is still with us today due to her actions.

Dumas Demon Head Coach Aaron Dunnam speaks with KXDJ's Chris Samples
about his progress over the season, keys to success and what to expect

Pictured left to right: DeDee Hudspeth, Mayumi Tay, Mariana Gonzalez, Alexa Serda, and Amanda Jones

Congratulations to DeDee Hudspeth, Amanda Jones, Brandy Cano, Mariana Gonzalez and Alexa Serda, who are recipients of a Moore to Give Award! Here is their story:

When Medical Technologist, Ma “Mayumi” Tay, moved here from Dubai, she faced the daunting challenge of starting life in a new country without a driver’s license or a car. DeDee Hudspeth, Amanda Jones, Brandy Cano, Mariana Gonzalez and Alexa Serda immediately stepped in, and for nearly two years they have faithfully supported Mayumi not only in her day-to-day work activities, but also with needed transportation.

All of these ladies have stepped in to make sure Mayumi has always had a ride to and from work whenever they are available even when they were not scheduled to work themselves.
Brandy, DeDee and Amanda have consistently gone the extra mile by taking Mayumi to the store and other places she needed to go so that she has the resources she needs to be successful both at home and at work.

With patience and encouragement, DeDee and Amanda taught Mayumi how to drive, and Mayumi recently achieved a major milestone by earning her driver’s license, made possible in large part because of DeDee and Amanda’s dedication to teaching her.

More than simply “giving rides” these ladies recognized the importance of independence for Mayumi’s success and confidence. Their willingness to give their time, energy, and care has had a lasting impact on Mayumi’s personal and professional life. They have fostered a supportive work environment, strengthened team bonds, and demonstrated what it truly means to look out for one another. Their actions go far beyond the scope of their job duties and speak to their character as a caring teammates and supportive friends. They are shining examples of how generosity can change another person’s life.

Thank you for your kindness, selflessness, and commitment to helping a teammate We are incredibly proud that you are a part of our team!

Area tax rates (city) adopted for the next fiscal year include:

Cactus $0.314208
Canadian $0.846380
Borger $0.606807
Dumas $0.614928
Fritch $0.547556
Gruver $0.2770
Pampa $0.703304
Perryton $0.501485
Sunray $0.302340
Stratford: $0.820486

As the area taxing entities wrap up their public tax hearings, we are finally able to publish the information as each community and county adopt local budgets and tax rates for the upcoming year.

Have you ever wondered just how your taxes are calculated?  Be an informed taxpayer!

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Moore is also depicted in a portrait at the courthouse in Moore County, Texas

The historic chambers of the Texas Supreme Court at the Texas State Capitol--the three portraits behind the bench include Judges Hemphill and Wheeler 

As of the 2020 census, Moore County population was 21,358. The county seat is Dumas. The county was created in 1876 and organized in 1892. It is named for Edwin Ward Moore, the commander of the Texas Navy.

 
Edwin Ward Moore
Born July 15, 1810 Alexandria, Virginia, US
Died October 5, 1865 (aged 55) New York City, US
Branch United States Navy
Texas Navy Years of service US Navy - 1825-1839 Texas Navy - 1839-1843

Edwin Ward Moore (July 15, 1810 – October 5, 1865), was an American naval officer who also served as commander-in-chief of the Navy of the Republic of Texas.

Early life
Moore was born in Alexandria, Virginia. His grandfather and uncle had served in the American Revolution. Moore was a classmate of Robert E. Lee's at the Alexandria Academy.

Early naval career
Moore entered the United States Navy as a midshipman in 1825 at the age of 15.

His first assignment came when he was posted to the USS Hornet, followed by stints on the Fairchild and the Delaware. He saw active service on the Atlantic Coast and the Mediterranean Sea. In 1830, Moore was stationed at the Gosport Navy Yard, and five years later was commissioned a lieutenant and assigned to the sloop-of-war Boston on July 1, 1836. While serving on the Boston, Moore saved the ship from sinking when it encountered heavy seas in a hurricane.

In September 1836, the Boston captured the Texas privateer Terrible off the coast of New Orleans. The Texas ship was sent to Pensacola, Florida, on piracy charges. This contact with the Texans is believed to have prompted Moore to re-evaluate his military career. Promotion within the U.S. Navy at this time was a slow process, as many of the officers who served in the War of 1812 still held rank above Moore.

Moore's journey to and with the Republic's Navy
In 1839, Moore was accused of recruiting officers and up to 80 sailors from the Boston to join him in enlisting with the Republic of Texas Navy. Moore's cousin, Alexander Moore, confirmed this rumor to Commodore Charles Ridgley, who forwarded the charges to the Secretary of the Navy. On July 8, 1839, Moore resigned from the U.S. Navy to become commander of the Republic of Texas Navy.

U.S. Secretary of the Navy, John Forsyth, tried to bring charges against Moore based on his violation of the Neutrality Act of 1819, but Moore resigned his commission before any trial was held.

From 1840–1841, he sailed off the Mexican coast to hasten peace negotiations between the Republic of Texas and Mexico. On collapse of the negotiations, Moore returned to Texas and to the support of Texas President Mirabeau B. Lamar. Lamar signed a treaty with the Mexican state of Yucatán for the lease the Texas navy for $8,000 per month and to protect their ports from being blockaded by the Mexican Navy. On September 18, 1840, Moore received orders to guard the Yucatán coast in conformity with the Texas-Yucatán Treaty and on December 13, 1840, left Galveston, Texas, with three ships to join the small Yucatán fleet at Sisal, Yucatán, under the command of former Texas Navy officer Captain James D. Boylan. Moore later captured the town of San Juan Bautista, Tabasco, and then surveyed the Texas coast. His chart was later published by the British Admiralty. Rank Commodore of the Texas Navy