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Decked out in his patriotic, Skyrocket-red western shirt, Kent Holland gathers with his family to celebrate an early 80th birthday on Sunday, July 5 at Wellington Care Center. From left: Camie, Carson, Chad and Sarandon Holland; Carly, Blair, Berkeley and Brandon Ward; Taylor, Chase and Margo Holland. COURTESY PHOTO

Decked out in his patriotic, Skyrocket-red western shirt, Kent Holland gathers with his family to celebrate an early 80th birthday on Sunday, July 5 at Wellington Care Center. From left: Camie, Carson, Chad and Sarandon Holland; Carly, Blair, Berkeley and Brandon Ward; Taylor, Chase and Margo Holland. COURTESY PHOTO

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Hollands gather for 80th birthday celebration

News Staff
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Hollands gather for 80th birthday celebration
Debakey: Leading a cardiovascular revolution

Debakey: Leading a cardiovascular revolution

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Debakey: Leading a cardiovascular revolution

Fred Hardwicke
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Following our nation’s 250th celebration, it is fitting that we remember a great Lebanese American named Michael DeBakey (1908-2008), who lived just two months short of 100 years.Dr. DeBakey was born in Louisiana and lived most of his life in Houston.
The Cantu family, including Jax, Callahan, Ashly, Jermaine, Noah and Collier, prepare to make their move to Hansford County, where Jermaine will serve as the superintendent of Gruver Independent School District. COURTESY PHOTO

The Cantu family, including Jax, Callahan, Ashly, Jermaine, Noah and Collier, prepare to make their move to Hansford County, where Jermaine will serve as the superintendent of Gruver Independent School District. COURTESY PHOTO

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Trinity Fellowship bids farewell to Pastor Cantu

Bev Odom
Thursday, July 2, 2026
WELLINGTON – “Today, we said ‘see you later’ to Pastor Jermaine, Ashly and their wonderful family as they celebrated their final Sunday with us,” said Amanda Wiebe, a member of the Trinity Fellowship Church staff.
Collingsworth museum encourages visitors

Collingsworth museum encourages visitors

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Collingsworth museum encourages visitors

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Thursday, July 2, 2026
Wellington Elementary School first-graders listen as Collingsworth County Museum Board President Jeff Thomas explains the way things used to be during the tenure of the late R.L. Templeton, Attorney at Law, in Wellington.
The 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle makes a recent $10,000 donation to the Memphis Volunteer Fire Department. THE 100 CLUB OF THE TEXAS PANHANDLE

The 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle makes a recent $10,000 donation to the Memphis Volunteer Fire Department. THE 100 CLUB OF THE TEXAS PANHANDLE

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The 100 Club makes donations to local fire departments

Elizabeth Tanner
Thursday, July 2, 2026
AMARILLO — The 100 Club of the Texas Panhandle recently made donations to local fire departments, including the Childress Fire Department and Memphis Volunteer Fire Department.
Childress Fire raises funds for training, equipment

Childress Fire raises funds for training, equipment

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Childress Fire raises funds for training, equipment

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
During the Childress Fire Department’s hamburger fundraiser, which raised finances for training and equipment, Childress Hall Golf Course Director of Hospitality Steve Shern presented a donation of $1,000 to the department Saturday, June 20.
Happy birthday, Mia!

Happy birthday, Mia!

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Happy birthday, Mia!

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Surrounded by her teammates, Mia Torres, center, recently celebrates her 12th birthday at the Elk City Team Camp.
Summer readers frolic in library’s foam party

Summer readers frolic in library’s foam party

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Summer readers frolic in library’s foam party

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
While an explosive flow of bubbles shoots from the foam cannon, Collingsworth Public Library’s summer readers frolic in the “Dinosaur” foam party at 10 a.m. Monday, June 29 in the back parking lot.
Heart of Dance campers rock into summer

Heart of Dance campers rock into summer

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Heart of Dance campers rock into summer

News Staff
Thursday, July 2, 2026
Three-7-year-old “Spin, Twirl and Bloom” Heart of Dance summer campers gather for a photo in Kacy Cabbell’s dance studio on West Ave. in Wellington. From 9 a.m-noon Monday, June 15-Friday, June 19, the morning students not only danced and twirled but enjoyed crafts, movies and snacks too.
Wellington seniors visit Hotel Turkey

Wellington seniors visit Hotel Turkey

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Wellington seniors visit Hotel Turkey

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Thursday, July 2, 2026
Home of the iconic Bob Wills, Wellington Senior Citizens Center membership visits Turkey on Friday, June 19 for lunch. Gathered on the stage of the historic Hotel Turkey, the ladies can only imagine the melody of “Faded Love” resonating across the dance floor.
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