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Citizens gather for the dedication of the refurbished Fair Park Amphitheater last week. COURTESY PHOTO / LEE ANN DEAN

Citizens gather for the dedication of the refurbished Fair Park Amphitheater last week. COURTESY PHOTO / LEE ANN DEAN

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Spark ignites new life for amphitheater

Aaron Ramos
Thursday, September 3, 2026
CHILDRESS – A piece of Childress history has been given new life.The newly renovated Fair Park Amphitheater celebrated its grand opening Saturday, Aug.

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Cruisers car show added to Hall Picnic

Cindy Woodard
Thursday, September 3, 2026
MEMPHIS - The first Charity Cruisers Car Show will be held September 19, 2026, following the annual Hall County Picnic parade.This will be an exciting new addition and offer the opportunity to show off your ride.
From left: Chamber President Cindy Weatherly, Chamber Treasurer Cameron Warren, Chamber Volunteers Nancy Harris and Margret Wood, Chamber Vice President Cari-Ann Wynn with Charlotte, Chamber Volunteer Billy Wilkerson, Wellington VFD Treasurer Ethan Cummings, Fireman Korn Wiebe, and Training Officer and Secretary Matt Wynn.

From left: Chamber President Cindy Weatherly, Chamber Treasurer Cameron Warren, Chamber Volunteers Nancy Harris and Margret Wood, Chamber Vice President Cari-Ann Wynn with Charlotte, Chamber Volunteer Billy Wilkerson, Wellington VFD Treasurer Ethan Cummings, Fireman Korn Wiebe, and Training Officer and Secretary Matt Wynn.

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Chamber awards funds to Wellington, Samnorwood VFDs

Bev Odom
Thursday, September 3, 2026
COLLINGSWORTH COUNTY – On behalf of Collingsworth Chamber of Commerce, members presented both Wellington and Samnorwood Volunteer Fire Departments (VFD) a donation in the amount of $2,685 each on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 20.

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on upcoming events

News Staff
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Childress museum to host mum eventThe Childress County Heritage Museum will host a mum decorating event, providing everything needed to create the perfect homecoming mum or garter, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5.

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Childress council to hold called session on tax rate

Roger Estlack
Thursday, September 3, 2026
CHILDRESS – The Childress City Council will consider its tax rate for fiscal year 20262027 during a called meeting next Tuesday, Sept. 8, at 6 p.m. in City Hall.The council is considering a tax rate of $0.823012 per $100 valuation as it continues working on its budget for the coming year.
Childress City Attorney Steven Bird (left) receives a plaque from Mayor Cary Preston recognizing his longtime service to the city during a called council meeting Monday night. Bird has served as the city’s attorney for 42 years. The council selected Underwood Law Firm to be the city’s new legal counsel.

Childress City Attorney Steven Bird (left) receives a plaque from Mayor Cary Preston recognizing his longtime service to the city during a called council meeting Monday night. Bird has served as the city’s attorney for 42 years. The council selected Underwood Law Firm to be the city’s new legal counsel.

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A lifetime of service

News Staff
Thursday, September 3, 2026
A lifetime of service
Memphis Lions Club outgoing President Dickie Cloyd, right, passes the gavel back to 2026-2027 President Daniel Downey, who has previously served as the club’s president. Dickie was presented with a plaque of appreciation for his service.

Memphis Lions Club outgoing President Dickie Cloyd, right, passes the gavel back to 2026-2027 President Daniel Downey, who has previously served as the club’s president. Dickie was presented with a plaque of appreciation for his service.

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Memphis Lions welcome President Downey

News Staff
Wednesday, August 26, 2026

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Q&A

News Staff
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Provided by Greenbelt Water AuthorityQ - “Why would a data center company give away water for free?” A - There isn’t a fee or a concession attached. Lancium has the land, the wells, and the capital to build quickly, and the region needs water now.
The 55+ Group met at First Baptist Church recently.

The 55+ Group met at First Baptist Church recently.

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Airport welcomes wildfire-response flight planes

Tiffany Tully
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
CHILDRESS – Tuesday, August 18, A Cessna Citation flew in from Kansas on business, a Beechcraft King Air came in from Plainview, and a Cessna 150 out of Amarillo dropped in.

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First Baptist Church hosts 55+ luncheon

Raenell Smith
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
CHILDRESS – First Baptist Church recently hosted a luncheon for 21 members of its 55+ group.Those attending enjoyed hamburgers and chicken patties with all the fixings. Desserts included brownies and ice cream, homemade pecan pie, and strawberry delight.
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