Sweet hour of prayer

The theory was that the third time around would be the easiest, but as the contractions intensified, we became uneasy. Something was “off.” I remember this like it was yesterday! Hours later (in the wee hours of the morning), the doctor said that we needed to do a C-section.

DPS Troopers give synopsis of Austin’s newest legislation

CHILDRESS — Since Sept. 1, Texas drivers have faced new laws passed by the 88th Texas Legislature. Texas traffic laws apply to everyone – non-Texans and Texans alike, Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Sgt.

At the Childress Municipal Airport

CHILDRESS — Tuesday, Nov. 7, a Cessna Citation flew in from Nevada and stayed overnight. Wednesday, Nov. 8, the Citation loaded up passengers and fuel before heading to Tennessee. The Honda Jet departed, and a Piper Cherokee came in from Addison. Thursday, Nov.

WHS offers Financial Aid Night

Wellington High School (WHS) seniors Alyssa Lewis, left, Summer Neufeld and Cortlyn McKinley win $100 scholarships at Wellington High School’s Financial Aid Night.

Ellison Park Gala stimulates fundraising efforts

WELLINGTON – The elegantly renovated Bura Handley Community Center served as the scene of the Ellison Park Gala at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 11, generating over $24,000 for the park renovation project, bringing the total to date to around $70,000.

The House of Beauty gals give thanks for 49 years of patronage

WELLINGTON – A landmark on the southwest corner of Collingsworth County’s Courthouse Square since 1974, The House of Beauty will serve its last clients Wednesday, Nov. 22.

Bobcats,Skyrockets are bi-district champions

The Childress Bobcats down the Abernathy Antelopes in a 28-6 Class 3A Division II bi-district championship Friday, Nov. 10 at Tyer Stadium in Floydada. The Wellington Skyrockets take the 44-6 win against the Vega Longhorns in a Class 2A Division II bi-district game on Thursday night, Nov.

Fifth graders welcomed at annual Childress County Ag Day

Childress Elementary School and Wellington Elementary School fifth graders participate in the annual Childress County Ag Day held Wednesday, Nov. 1 at the Mashburn Event Center and Arena.

Bearing Fruit

Karen Fite (Alabama, USA) Jesus said, “I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit.” - John 15:5 (NIV) About 45 years ago, my father planted a beautiful orchard for my husband and me.