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A birthday is usually a day of leisure, but for Connie Mercado, last Thursday was routine, preparing the weekly luncheon at the Childress Senior Citizens Center. Her menu included oven-baked chicken spaghetti and baked potatoes, as well as other side dishes and an array of desserts. She did forego duties for the weekly diners, taking time out for guests at the center to sing “Happy Birthday” to her.

A birthday is usually a day of leisure, but for Connie Mercado, last Thursday was routine, preparing the weekly luncheon at the Childress Senior Citizens Center. Her menu included oven-baked chicken spaghetti and baked potatoes, as well as other side dishes and an array of desserts. She did forego duties for the weekly diners, taking time out for guests at the center to sing “Happy Birthday” to her.

Childress Senior Citizens Center celebrates birthdays

News Staff
Thursday, December 12, 2024
A birthday is usually a day of leisure, but for Connie Mercado, last Thursday was routine, preparing the weekly luncheon at the Childress Senior Citizens Center. Her menu included oven-baked chicken spaghetti and baked potatoes, as well as other side dishes and an array of desserts.
Childress County 4-Hers compete at the 2024-2025 Rolling Plains District 3 Ag Product ID and Livestock Skill-A-Thon Thursday, Dec. 5 at the Young County Arena in Graham. Back row, from left: Jaxon Foley, Bryson Session, Blaze Session, Slade Chapman, Kade Haga, Esme Estrada, Kole Eikman. Front row, from left: Olivia Wyatt, Brantly Session, Daniel Rister, Gracie Eikman, Hannah Parker. Courtesy Photos

Childress County 4-Hers compete at the 2024-2025 Rolling Plains District 3 Ag Product ID and Livestock Skill-A-Thon Thursday, Dec. 5 at the Young County Arena in Graham. Back row, from left: Jaxon Foley, Bryson Session, Blaze Session, Slade Chapman, Kade Haga, Esme Estrada, Kole Eikman. Front row, from left: Olivia Wyatt, Brantly Session, Daniel Rister, Gracie Eikman, Hannah Parker. Courtesy Photos

Childress County 4-Hers compete in District 3 Ag Product ID, Livestock Skill-A-Thon

Elizabeth Tanner
Thursday, December 12, 2024
GRAHAM — Childress County 4-H members recently competed in the 2024-2025 Rolling Plains District 3 Ag Product ID and Livestock Skill-AThon Thursday, Dec. 5 at the Young County Arena in Graham, with Junior Division teams bringing home a first- and second-place finish in Ag Products ID.
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) recently launched a public safety announcement (PSA) video reminding Texans of the upcoming changes to the state’s Vehicle Safety Inspection Program, beginning in January. The video, available in English and Spanish, can be viewed by visiting dps.texas.gov. Texas Department of Public Safety

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) recently launched a public safety announcement (PSA) video reminding Texans of the upcoming changes to the state’s Vehicle Safety Inspection Program, beginning in January. The video, available in English and Spanish, can be viewed by visiting dps.texas.gov. Texas Department of Public Safety

Texas DPS reminds Texans of Vehicle Safety Inspection Program changes next month

Texas Depart-ment Of Public Safety
Thursday, December 12, 2024
AUSTIN — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) recently launched a public safety announcement (PSA) video reminding Texans of the upcoming changes to the state’s Vehicle Safety Inspection Program, beginning in January.

Collingsworth Police Blotter

News Staff
Thursday, December 12, 2024
Jail book in: 3 Jail book out: 1 Jail population: 10 Civil papers served: 3Reminder: The Collingsworth County Commissioners Court reinstated the burn ban at its Monday, Aug. 26 special meeting. To report controlled burns, call the Collingsworth County Sheriff ’s Office at 806-447-2588.
Childress County Christmas Sharing warmed over 100 individuals this holiday season, handing out 138 coats, thanks to the success of their recent Winter Coat Drive. From left: Childress County Christmas Sharing Board Members Raenell Smith and Haley Richardson. The Red River Sun/Elizabeth Tanner

Childress County Christmas Sharing warmed over 100 individuals this holiday season, handing out 138 coats, thanks to the success of their recent Winter Coat Drive. From left: Childress County Christmas Sharing Board Members Raenell Smith and Haley Richardson. The Red River Sun/Elizabeth Tanner

Childress County Christmas Sharing coat drive warms over 130 this holiday season

Elizabeth Tanner
Thursday, December 12, 2024
CHILDRESS — Childress County Christmas Sharing warmed over 100 individuals this holiday season, handing out 138 coats— nearly double last year’s total— thanks to the success of their recent Winter Coat Drive.
Wellington Lions, Amarillo volunteers construct ramps for clients

Wellington Lions, Amarillo volunteers construct ramps for clients

Wellington Lions, Amarillo volunteers construct ramps for clients

Bev Odom
Thursday, December 12, 2024
WELLINGTON – In collaboration with the Texas Ramp Project (TRP) - Panhandle Area and Downtown Amarillo Lion Henry Wyckoff, members of Wellington Lions Club received support and help to build three ramps in their community Saturday morning, Dec. 7.

WELLINGTON

News Staff
Thursday, December 5, 2024
CHRISTMAS ON THE BRICKS Visit downtown Wellington from 5:30-7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 for the Lighting of the Square, including hayrides, Christmas caroling, photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus and fun food, presented by the Collingsworth County Chamber of Commerce Christmas on the Bricks committee.
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