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Finding a perfect blue sky and being a focused young lady combine for Wellington High School junior Kenady Skelton’s first solo flight Saturday morning, Sept. 7. Courtesy Photo

Finding a perfect blue sky and being a focused young lady combine for Wellington High School junior Kenady Skelton’s first solo flight Saturday morning, Sept. 7. Courtesy Photo

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Skelton solos at 16 years old

Bev Odom
Thursday, September 19, 2024
HOLLIS, OKLA. – Instructed by her Pappy, Kelly Horton, 16-year-old Kenady Skelton made three touch and goes in his Piper Cherokee at the Hollis, Okla. Airport on her first solo flight two weeks ago.Kenady exclaimed that she did indeed grow up flying with her Pappy.
Childress Fire Department, Childress Chamber of Commerce host 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

Childress Fire Department, Childress Chamber of Commerce host 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

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Childress Fire Department, Childress Chamber of Commerce host 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

News Staff
Thursday, September 19, 2024
Local law enforcement and first responders, including the Childress Fire Department, Childress Police Department and Childress Sheriff’s Office, climb 1,908 stairs during the recent 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb. Hosted by the Childress Fire Department and Childress Chamber of Commerce Wednesday, Sept.
You’re invited! June Harrison, of Childress, will celebrate her 100th birthday from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at the 501 Event Center, 109 Ave. E NW. All are welcome to attend. No gifts are necessary. Courtesy Graphic

You’re invited! June Harrison, of Childress, will celebrate her 100th birthday from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at the 501 Event Center, 109 Ave. E NW. All are welcome to attend. No gifts are necessary. Courtesy Graphic

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Harrison to celebrate 100th birthday

News Staff
Thursday, September 19, 2024
You’re invited! June Harrison, of Childress, will celebrate her 100th birthday from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 21 at the 501 Event Center, 109 Ave. E NW. All are welcome to attend. No gifts are necessary.
Wellington Farmers Market set for Sept.14

Wellington Farmers Market set for Sept.14

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Wellington Farmers Market set for Sept.14

News Staff
Friday, September 13, 2024
The Wellington Farmers Market will take place, beginning at 8 a.m. this Saturday, Sept. 14, at 1012 Houston St., next to the Gettin’ Spot Café. Interested vendors should email wellingtontx.farmersmarket@gmail.com for booth space availability or comment on Wellington Farmer’s Market’s Facebook post.
Take a stand with an arrow to honor Quanah Parker

Take a stand with an arrow to honor Quanah Parker

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Take a stand with an arrow to honor Quanah Parker

Texas Plains Trail
Friday, September 13, 2024
TEXAS PLAINS TRAIL REGION — Quanah Parker Trail (QPT) arrows will stand a little taller on Saturday, Sept. 14 during Quanah Parker Day in Texas, a statewide observance, which Texas Gov.
Lions pursue an array of activities

Lions pursue an array of activities

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Lions pursue an array of activities

Bev Odom
Friday, September 13, 2024
WELLINGTON – Convening at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 2, Boss Lion Margret Wood welcomed guest Steve Owens, as well as members, to the business meeting of the Wellington Lions Club in the Club Room of the Bura Handley Community Center.Lion Jan Cochran led the U.S.
Wellington Lions provide vital, life-altering amenity for seniors

Wellington Lions provide vital, life-altering amenity for seniors

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Wellington Lions provide vital, life-altering amenity for seniors

Bev Odom
Friday, September 13, 2024
WELLINGTON – Boss Lion Margret Wood mentioned a “We Serve” opportunity of providing a weekend Snak-Pak program for food insecure seniors in Collingsworth County at the Monday, Aug. 19 meeting of the Wellington Lions Club. By the Monday, Sept.
Get‘ homecoming ready’ with Childress County Heritage Museum

Get‘ homecoming ready’ with Childress County Heritage Museum

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Get‘ homecoming ready’ with Childress County Heritage Museum

News Staff
Friday, September 13, 2024
Join Childress County Heritage Museum for Saturdays at the Museum Do-It-Yourself Mum Decorating from 12:30-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17. “Homecoming season is here, and we’re bringing the fun to our kids’ program,” Childress County Heritage Museum Director Niki Seal said. “Join us on Saturday, Sept.
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