CHILDRESS — Meeting Monday, May 13, the City of Childress City Council canvassed and certified the City of Childress General Election, swearing in elected officials, in called session in the Childress City Hall Council Chambers.“The election went really well,” City Manager Kevin Hodges said. “[…
CHILDRESS — Meeting Monday, May 13, the Commissioners Court of Childress County discussed construction of a 4-H facility using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, as well as welcomed Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Agriculture and Natural Resources Childress County Agent Cory Whitaker.…
Jail Book In: 0 Jail Book Out: 1 Jail population: 5 Civil papers served: 0Reminder: Collingsworth County Commissioners Court allowed the burn ban to expire. To report controlled burns, call the Collingsworth County Sheriff’s Office at 806-447-2588. To anonymously report crime or submit tips, call…
WELLINGTON — At a regular meeting with County Judge Scot Martindale presiding, the Commissioners Court of Collingsworth County met at 10 a.m. Monday, April 8 with Pct. 1 Commissioner Farris Nation, Pct. 2 Commissioner James Ellis, Pct. 3 Commissioner Joel Sherwood and Pct. 4 Commissioner Richard…
MEMPHIS — Hall County and District Clerk and Chief Elections Officer Kaci Mills recently announced her resignation, effective as early as June 30 but no later than July 31.“I am blessed to have had the honor and privilege of serving as Hall County and District Clerk since my appointment in June…
CHILDRESS — On Tuesday, May 7, nine pleas and three revocations took place in the 100th Judicial District Court in Childress County.District Attorney for the 100th Judicial District Luke Inman, along with Assistant District Attorney Harley Caudle, prosecuted the following cases for the State of…
MEMPHIS — The Texas Panhandle Track and Field Club invites area athletes, ages 6-18, to join, co-owner Christopher Williams said.“It is our purpose to empower, enrich and educate our youth through the sport of track and field,” Williams said. “We focus on training our athletes using the proper…
Childress High School senior Sawyer Dunlap, a right-hand pitcher, first baseman and outfielder, signs a National Letter of Intent to play collegiate baseball at Wayland Baptist University, located in Plainview, Monday, May 13 at Childress High School. “We’re really excited for Sawyer and what he is…
Memphis High School seniors Eliana Gonzalez and Katelyn Morris sign National Letters of Intent to play collegiate golf at University of the Southwest, located in Hobbs, N.M.
CHILDRESS — Six Childress Lady Cat softball players, including Defensive Most Valuable Player Ansley Parr, a freshman, were named to the 2-3A All-District lineup.First-team all-district selections included Clarissa Gamboa, a senior outfielder, and Kaleigh Ross, a freshman utility player, while…
WELLINGTON — In conjunction with the academic awards program, Lady Rocket and Skyrocket athletes accepted honors at Wellington High School’s (WHS) All-Sports Banquet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, May 17 at the WHS auditorium.WHS Principal Jermaine Cantu and Wellington Independent School District (ISD)…

Collingsworth Police Blotter

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Jail Book In: 0 Jail Book Out: 1 Jail population: 5 Civil papers served: 0 Reminder: Collingsworth County Commissioners Court allowed the burn ban to expire. To report controlled burns, call the Collingsworth County Sheriff’s Office at 806-447-2588.

Collingsworth Commissioners approve elevator repairs

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WELLINGTON — At a regular meeting with County Judge Scot Martindale presiding, the Commissioners Court of Collingsworth County met at 10 a.m. Monday, April 8 with Pct. 1 Commissioner Farris Nation, Pct. 2 Commissioner James Ellis, Pct. 3 Commissioner Joel Sherwood and Pct. 4 Commissioner Richard Johnson present.

Collingsworth Public Library welcomes summer readers

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WELLINGTON – Readers of all ages will explore the world this summer as Collingsworth Public Library presents “Adventure Begins at Your Library.” “Activities may include songs, group games, crafts, art projects, science and engineering experiments and more,” said Librarian Vicki Decker. Open to youth preschool through adults, the 2024 Summer Reading Program offers programs, prize drawings, contests and reading incentives.

WPW’s Run for HUGS provides funds for Collingsworth cancer patients

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WELLINGTON – “The funds contributed by the 2024 sponsors and participants of the Wellington Professional Women’s (WPW) ‘TACO ‘BOUT a Run for Hearts United Give Support (HUGS) is overwhelming, and we are so grateful for this large amount of money contributed to the HUGS cancer clients in Collingsworth County,” said HUGS President Norma Spillman. “We are a group of prayer warriors, and we pray daily for our clients and our financial supporters. Our prayers are being answered.”

Anne Lorean Chappell

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ANNE LOREAN CHAPPELL Anne Lorean Chappell, 89, of Memphis, Texas, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2024, in Richardson, Texas. Services will be held at 2 p.m.

Sharon Kay Blum

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SHARON KAY BLUM Sharon Kay Blum, 74, of Memphis, Texas, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2024, in Memphis. Visitation took place from 9-11 a.m.

Thomas Russell “Tommy” Hudson Jr.

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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas Russell “Tommy” Hudson Jr., formerly of Wellington, Texas, who peacefully left this earthly realm on May 1, 2024, in Canyon, Texas. Born on Feb.