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Last month, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) launched a public safety announcement (PSA) video reviewing changes to vehicle inspections. The video, available in English and Spanish, can be viewed by visiting dps.texas.gov. Texas Department of Public Safety

Last month, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) launched a public safety announcement (PSA) video reviewing changes to vehicle inspections. The video, available in English and Spanish, can be viewed by visiting dps.texas.gov. Texas Department of Public Safety

Texas Vehicle Safety Inspection Program changes now in effect

AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) reminds Texans that changes to the state’s Vehicle Safety Inspection Program are now in effect.These changes—which took effect on Jan. 1, 2025, and eliminate many vehicle safety inspections— are due to House Bill 3297.
Childress County Christmas Sharing Board Members Raenell Smith, left, and Haley Richardson, right, prepare for the 2024 holiday season, which met the needs of 50 families, 96 children, 18 high-school students and 47 elderly and disabled, as well as Childress Healthcare Center and Cottage Village Assisted Living residents. The Red River Sun/Elizabeth Tanner

Childress County Christmas Sharing Board Members Raenell Smith, left, and Haley Richardson, right, prepare for the 2024 holiday season, which met the needs of 50 families, 96 children, 18 high-school students and 47 elderly and disabled, as well as Childress Healthcare Center and Cottage Village Assisted Living residents. The Red River Sun/Elizabeth Tanner

Childress County Christmas Sharing meets needs of hundreds during holiday season

CHILDRESS — Thanks to generous donors,Childress County Christmas Sharing (CCCS) warmed the hearts and homes of hundreds this holiday season, meeting the needs of 50 families, 96 children, 18 high-school students and 47 elderly and disabled, as well as Childress Healthcare Center and Cottage Village...
Guest of honor Mary “Cindy” White gathers with her family and Collingsworth General Hospital Administrator Candy Powell during the recent reception in the dining room of Parkview Manor Assisted Living to mark 50 years of service as an incredible nursing assistant. With a “Cheers to 50 Years!” theme, visitors brought gifts, flowers and cards to congratulate White. From left: Powell, daughter Erica Thomas, White, granddaughter Brianna Morning, daughter Brandy Thomas. The Red River Sun/Bev Odom

Guest of honor Mary “Cindy” White gathers with her family and Collingsworth General Hospital Administrator Candy Powell during the recent reception in the dining room of Parkview Manor Assisted Living to mark 50 years of service as an incredible nursing assistant. With a “Cheers to 50 Years!” theme, visitors brought gifts, flowers and cards to congratulate White. From left: Powell, daughter Erica Thomas, White, granddaughter Brianna Morning, daughter Brandy Thomas. The Red River Sun/Bev Odom

Cheers to 50 years and counting, Cindy White

WELLINGTON – Around 75 guests joined in celebrating Mary “Cindy” White’s “Cheers to 50 years!” reception for her incredible service to Collingsworth General Hospital (CGH). A steady stream of visitors began arriving at 2 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 2 in the dining room of Parkview Manor Assisted Living.
The 2025 Childress County Youth Project Show will take place Friday, Jan. 10 and Saturday, Jan. 11 at the Mashburn Event Center and Arena. Graphic Courtesy of Childress County Youth Project Show

The 2025 Childress County Youth Project Show will take place Friday, Jan. 10 and Saturday, Jan. 11 at the Mashburn Event Center and Arena. Graphic Courtesy of Childress County Youth Project Show

Local youth gearing up for Childress County Youth Project Show this weekend

CHILDRESS — Local youth are gearing up for the two-day Childress County Youth Project Show, which will kick off Friday, Jan. 10 at the Mashburn Event Center and Arena.The Mashburn Event Center and Arena, which opened to exhibitors at 3 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 9, will open at 7 a.m.
Wellington High School junior Ashtyn Valles grooms her pig during the Christmas break, preparing for the Saturday, Jan. 18 Collingsworth County Livestock Show at Wellington Fairgrounds. The Red River Sun/Bev Odom

Wellington High School junior Ashtyn Valles grooms her pig during the Christmas break, preparing for the Saturday, Jan. 18 Collingsworth County Livestock Show at Wellington Fairgrounds. The Red River Sun/Bev Odom

Organizers finalize plans for Collingsworth County Livestock Show

WELLINGTON – The board members of the Collingsworth County Livestock Show are excited to announce the 2025 show, set for Saturday, Jan. 18 at Wellington Fairgrounds.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service of Childress County Family and Community Health Agent Sandra Moody presents tips for economical grocery shopping during the third session of “A Fresh Start to a Healthier You!”. Photo by Grace Holman

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service of Childress County Family and Community Health Agent Sandra Moody presents tips for economical grocery shopping during the third session of “A Fresh Start to a Healthier You!”. Photo by Grace Holman

Lower grocery costs with limited visits, purchases

CHILDRESS — A visit to the grocery store often involves unintended additional purchases and a lighter wallet when leaving.

MEMPHIS

HYGIENE CLOSETThe Panhandle Community Services Hygiene Closet is open from 1:30-3:30 p.m. the second Friday of the month. Recipients can choose any five hygiene items, including toilet paper, soap, shampoo, deodorant, cleaning products and more, for free upon the completion of the provided survey.

WELLINGTON

PUBLIC MEETINGSWellington City Council will convene at 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6 at Wellington City Hall. Collingsworth County Commissioners will meet at 10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 13 upstairs in the Courthouse.
The cure for the common headache

The cure for the common headache

The cure for the common headache

Chronic headache pain affects over 45 million Americans, and nearly 20% of children experience recurring headaches as well. There are over 150 different specific types of headaches, but only five or six of the most common types account for a vast majority of all headaches.