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Any birthday is special, however, the 100th anniversary of one’s birth is deemed extraordinary, calling for a special celebration. Betty Payton’s daughter and son-in-law, Ann and Davis Ricks, did the honors, hosting an extravaganza Sunday, Sept. 28 at Childress Methodist Church.

Any birthday is special, however, the 100th anniversary of one’s birth is deemed extraordinary, calling for a special celebration. Betty Payton’s daughter and son-in-law, Ann and Davis Ricks, did the honors, hosting an extravaganza Sunday, Sept. 28 at Childress Methodist Church.

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Friends, family celebrate centenarian Betty Payton

Grace Holman
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
CHILDRESS — Although every birthday is an occasion to be celebrated, the 100th anniversary of a person’s birth is truly extraordinary, with a call for something special. Betty Payton, of Childress, having reached this milestone, was honored with a birthday party extraordinaire Sunday, Sept.

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Childress Farmers Market welcomes furry friends

News Staff
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Through the Lens of LizChildress Farmers Market welcomes furry friends during Dog Day, including a dog parade; dog costume contest; dog photo booth, courtesy of Through the Lens of Liz; pup hydration stations, courtesy of HTeaO; and local groomers, Saturday, Sept. 20 on Commerce St.

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The Red River Sun School Menus

News Staff
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Childress ISDMonday, Sept. 29Breakfast: Breakfast Sandwich, Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juice, Milk.  Lunch: Chicken Parmesan, Hot Roll, Green Beans, Corn, Fruit, Milk. Tuesday, Sept. 30Breakfast: Breakfast Burrito, Hash Brown, Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juice, Milk.

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Area Happenings

News Staff
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Childress Happenings  90TH BIRTHDAY BASHThe Childress County Heritage Museum’s building, originally the Childress Post Office, is turning 90 years old! Join Childress County Heritage Museum to celebrate the milestone from 4-7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27.
Be a ‘Wicked’ good donor at Childress Community Blood Drive

Be a ‘Wicked’ good donor at Childress Community Blood Drive

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Be a ‘Wicked’ good donor at Childress Community Blood Drive

News Staff
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Be a wicked good donor at Coffee Memorial Blood Center’s Childress Community Blood Drive from 12:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30 at Childress Regional Medical Center’s Francis T. Smith Education Room. Donors will receive a glow-in-the-dark Wicked T-shirt and a free bundlet from Nothing Bundt Cakes.
Wellington Care Center supports Skyrockets

Wellington Care Center supports Skyrockets

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Wellington Care Center supports Skyrockets

News Staff
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Attired mostly in Rocket Red, residents line the wings of Wellington Care Center Friday morning, Sept. 12 to welcome the Rocket Regiment, performing the “Fight Song” as they march through the facility under the leadership of Director Matthew Newsom.
Childress County Heritage Museum mailers were recently sent to local businesses and individuals, inviting annual donor drive participation. Childress County Heritage Museum

Childress County Heritage Museum mailers were recently sent to local businesses and individuals, inviting annual donor drive participation. Childress County Heritage Museum

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Childress County Heritage Museum encourages donor drive participation

Elizabeth Tanner
Thursday, September 18, 2025
CHILDRESS — Childress County Heritage Museum recently sent mailers to local businesses and individuals, inviting annual donor drive participation—a necessity for the nonprofit organization to continue improving and expanding its reach, according to Childress County Heritage Museum Director Niki...
Assisted by organizer Darrell Colson, Steven Boone, reenacting Confederate General Robert E. Lee, explains life during the American Civil War to area students during the 2024 Living History Weekend at Powell Park in Wellington. Hosted by the Sons of Confederate Veterans Charles Goodnight Frontier Reg. Camp #2280, the 2025 event will again take place Friday-Saturday, Oct. 3-4 at Wellington’s Powell Park on Hwy 83. The Red River Sun/Bev Odom

Assisted by organizer Darrell Colson, Steven Boone, reenacting Confederate General Robert E. Lee, explains life during the American Civil War to area students during the 2024 Living History Weekend at Powell Park in Wellington. Hosted by the Sons of Confederate Veterans Charles Goodnight Frontier Reg. Camp #2280, the 2025 event will again take place Friday-Saturday, Oct. 3-4 at Wellington’s Powell Park on Hwy 83. The Red River Sun/Bev Odom

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Wellington’s 2025 Living History Weekend slated for first weekend of October

Bev Odom
Thursday, September 18, 2025
WELLINGTON – “We are so excited to be inviting all our area schools and communities to join us in our Fifth Annual Living History event at Powell Park in Wellington,” said organizer Rhonda Colson. “Last year, we welcomed over 700 students and teachers from area schools.
Bob and Sherry Tribble will serve as the 90th Annual Hall County Picnic Parade Marshalls. The Tribbles will be featured in the parade, which will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 20 on the square in downtown Memphis. Courtesy Photo

Bob and Sherry Tribble will serve as the 90th Annual Hall County Picnic Parade Marshalls. The Tribbles will be featured in the parade, which will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 20 on the square in downtown Memphis. Courtesy Photo

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Tribbles to serve as 90th Annual Hall County Picnic Parade Marshalls

Special To The Sun
Thursday, September 18, 2025
MEMPHIS — Bob and Sherry Tribble—who have dedicated their lives to family, hard work and service in the Memphis community— will serve as the 90th Annual Hall County Picnic Parade Marshalls, announced the Hall County Picnic Association.
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