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Partygoers describe Wellington Care Center’s Christmas party on Monday, Dec. 18 as a fantastic time with the residents. Finger foods, yummy desserts, generous gifts and a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus captured everyone’s attention. “Thanks to our community that donated to our residents,” said Administrator Nikki Hathaway. “You made this wonderful day possible!” Staff delayed the departure of Santa and Mrs. Claus for a group photo to savor the essence of the special day. Courtesy Photo

Partygoers describe Wellington Care Center’s Christmas party on Monday, Dec. 18 as a fantastic time with the residents. Finger foods, yummy desserts, generous gifts and a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus captured everyone’s attention. “Thanks to our community that donated to our residents,” said Administrator Nikki Hathaway. “You made this wonderful day possible!” Staff delayed the departure of Santa and Mrs. Claus for a group photo to savor the essence of the special day. Courtesy Photo

Santa and Mrs. Claus make rounds at Wellington Care Center

News Staff
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Payton Darrow, front row, second from right, gets a tour of the West Melton Estate Winery in Melton, New Zealand during her November study abroad experience. Courtesy Photos

Payton Darrow, front row, second from right, gets a tour of the West Melton Estate Winery in Melton, New Zealand during her November study abroad experience. Courtesy Photos

Wellington’s Kenna Darrow travels to New Zealand

Bev Odom
Thursday, December 21, 2023
WELLINGTON – Kenna Darrow, a 2021 graduate of Wellington High School and a student at West Texas A&M University (WTAMU), located in Canyon, describes her recent trip of a lifetime to study abroad in New Zealand.
Wellington Independent School District (WISD) expresses its appreciation to Business Manager Dian Souder Tuesday, Dec. 19 for her 27.5 years of dedication and hard work. “We will miss you Dian, but are excited about the adventures that lie ahead for you,” said WISD Superintendent Kurt Ashmore. Georgia Brown also retired, serving 30 years in the school cafeteria. Courtesy Photo

Wellington Independent School District (WISD) expresses its appreciation to Business Manager Dian Souder Tuesday, Dec. 19 for her 27.5 years of dedication and hard work. “We will miss you Dian, but are excited about the adventures that lie ahead for you,” said WISD Superintendent Kurt Ashmore. Georgia Brown also retired, serving 30 years in the school cafeteria. Courtesy Photo

WISD accepts Souder, Brown’s retirement letters

Bev Odom
Thursday, December 21, 2023
WELLINGTON – The Wellington Independent School District (WISD) Board of Education met in regular session on Monday, Dec. 11 in the superintendent’s office. President Cody Phillips called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. with a quorum present. Mark Lemons offered the opening prayer.

Two Memphis residents killed, two injured in Donley County crash

Elizabeth Tanner
Thursday, December 21, 2023
DONLEY COUNTY — Two Memphis residents were killed and another two were injured in a crash Sunday, Dec. 17 in Donley County. According to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), the crash, which occurred at approximately 12:32 a.m., took place on U.S. 287, roughly three miles east of Clarendon.

Collingsworth Police Blotter

News Staff
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Jail book in:0 Jail book out:0 Jail population:5 Civil papers served:1 Reminder: To report controlled burns, call the Collingsworth County Sheriff’s Office at 806-447-2588. To anonymously report crime or submit tips, call Crime Stoppers at 806447-2587. On Dec.
Austin Elementary School third-grader Aaliyah Chacon accepts the Superintendent’s List designation from Memphis Independent School District (ISD) Board of Trustees President Sarah Cook. To make the Superintendent’s list, students must have the highest grade point average in the third-12th grade, along with no absences, tardies or office referrals. Photos Courtesy of Memphis ISD

Austin Elementary School third-grader Aaliyah Chacon accepts the Superintendent’s List designation from Memphis Independent School District (ISD) Board of Trustees President Sarah Cook. To make the Superintendent’s list, students must have the highest grade point average in the third-12th grade, along with no absences, tardies or office referrals. Photos Courtesy of Memphis ISD

Memphis students named to Superintendent’s List

News Staff
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Wellington High School junior and 2023 Miss Wellington Mallory O’Rear takes the title of Miss SW Christmas Sunday, Dec. 10 in Altus, Okla. The day before, she placed as first runner up in the 2023 Christmas Queen pageant in Hollis, Okla. Courtesy Photo

Wellington High School junior and 2023 Miss Wellington Mallory O’Rear takes the title of Miss SW Christmas Sunday, Dec. 10 in Altus, Okla. The day before, she placed as first runner up in the 2023 Christmas Queen pageant in Hollis, Okla. Courtesy Photo

O’Rear reigns as Miss SW Christmas

News Staff
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Seventh-grader Elijah Granados performs “Golden Hour” by JVKE to receive first place at the 2023 Wellington Junior High School Talent Show on Tuesday, Nov. 21. Student Council President Lawson Inman and Vice President Alex Orozco hosted the competition at the Wellington High School auditorium. “Get ready to be impressed with the musical talents of Elijah Granados, playing Golden Hour on the piano,” Inman said in his introduction of Granados. Nine additional entries included Garrett Thomas singing “Rocking a

Seventh-grader Elijah Granados performs “Golden Hour” by JVKE to receive first place at the 2023 Wellington Junior High School Talent Show on Tuesday, Nov. 21. Student Council President Lawson Inman and Vice President Alex Orozco hosted the competition at the Wellington High School auditorium. “Get ready to be impressed with the musical talents of Elijah Granados, playing Golden Hour on the piano,” Inman said in his introduction of Granados. Nine additional entries included Garrett Thomas singing “Rocking a

Granados takes 2023 FirecrackerTalent Show honor

News Staff
Thursday, December 21, 2023
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