News

The Childress High School Class (CHS) of 2026 receives $725,195.17 in scholarships, announced during the CHS Senior Class Awards and Scholarships Assembly Thursday, May 21 in the CHS gymnasium. CHILDRESS HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOK

The Childress High School Class (CHS) of 2026 receives $725,195.17 in scholarships, announced during the CHS Senior Class Awards and Scholarships Assembly Thursday, May 21 in the CHS gymnasium. CHILDRESS HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOK

Childress graduates earn over $725K in scholarships

CHILDRESS — The Childress High School Class (CHS) of 2026 received $725,195.17 in scholarships, announced during the CHS Senior Class Awards and Scholarships Assembly Thursday, May 21 at the CHS gymnasium.

Police future, RV parks on Memphis city agenda

MEMPHIS — The Memphis City Council will have a busy session next Monday, June 8, as they consider a range of agenda items, including regulations on RV parks, the future of the police department, a new position for the Memphis Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), golf carts and more.

on upcoming events

Wellington City-Wide Garage Sale this SaturdayThe Wellington City-Wide Garage Sale, sponsored by the Collingsworth Chamber of commerce, will take place from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, June 6.
ELIZABETH TANNER/THE GREENBELT INTREPID

ELIZABETH TANNER/THE GREENBELT INTREPID

TxDOT partners with local law enforcement for Popsicles with Police

Celebrating Click It or Ticket — an annual high-visibility campaign reminding Texans to always buckle up — Childress District of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Traffic Safety Specialist Nicole Tyler demonstrates the correct use of a booster seat at Popsicles with Police — an event...
Modern Home Club’s Linda Gooch presents a donation to the Childress Fire Department. From left: Childress Fire Department firefighters Julio Olivares and Sean Curtis, Gooch, Childress Fire Department Chief Ralph Freeman. MODERN HOME CLUB

Modern Home Club’s Linda Gooch presents a donation to the Childress Fire Department. From left: Childress Fire Department firefighters Julio Olivares and Sean Curtis, Gooch, Childress Fire Department Chief Ralph Freeman. MODERN HOME CLUB

Modern Home Club donates to CFD

CHILDRESS —Modern Home Club recently met for a Dutch treat luncheon Thursday, May 21 at Top Notch BBQ.President Soundra Christy called the meeting to order, welcoming members and guests, including Ramona Garcia.Christy reported on those unable to attend due to illness.
My, my, my: A bold move

My, my, my: A bold move

My, my, my: A bold move

It’s still waiting for the king’s signature, but according to United Kingdom Health Minister Gillian Merron, the bill just passed by the parliamentarians “will create a smoke-free generation.” Those born on or after Jan. 1, 2009.
Hall County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Paramedic Jace Frances awards Mikayla Ledbetter the David Eades Memorial Scholarship. A 2024 graduate of Memphis High School, Ledbetter’s mother, Lasonya McIntosh, has served with the Hall County EMS for over 22 years. Recently, Ledbetter graduated from Clarendon College, where she earned an associate’s degree. Next, Ledbetter plans to attend Covenant School of Radiology. HALL COUNTY EMS

Hall County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Paramedic Jace Frances awards Mikayla Ledbetter the David Eades Memorial Scholarship. A 2024 graduate of Memphis High School, Ledbetter’s mother, Lasonya McIntosh, has served with the Hall County EMS for over 22 years. Recently, Ledbetter graduated from Clarendon College, where she earned an associate’s degree. Next, Ledbetter plans to attend Covenant School of Radiology. HALL COUNTY EMS

Belew gives gift of life

Belew gives gift of life

Belew gives gift of life

During Coffee Memorial Blood Center’s Wellington Community Blood Drive, held Tuesday, May 12 at the ambulance barn, Mike Belew takes time to donate a unit of blood.
Childress High School freshman Quay Bruce accepts accolades from Wellington Glynn Moore Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 6439 Quartermaster Jr. Castillo. Bruce won the Patriot’s Pen essay contest at the Post level, and his essay advanced to the VFW District 9 level that encompasses the Texas Panhandle. Castillo presented Bruce with a $150 award and a certificate. COURTESY PHOTO

Childress High School freshman Quay Bruce accepts accolades from Wellington Glynn Moore Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 6439 Quartermaster Jr. Castillo. Bruce won the Patriot’s Pen essay contest at the Post level, and his essay advanced to the VFW District 9 level that encompasses the Texas Panhandle. Castillo presented Bruce with a $150 award and a certificate. COURTESY PHOTO