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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

News Staff
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.
Memphis Independent School District educators earn a combined $694,203 through the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) program. MEMPHIS ISD

Memphis Independent School District educators earn a combined $694,203 through the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) program. MEMPHIS ISD

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Memphis ISD educators awarded over $694K in incentive pay

Elizabeth Tanner
Thursday, June 25, 2026
MEMPHIS — For the fourth consecutive year, Memphis Independent School District (ISD) educators were awarded incentive pay through the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) program.
Zenith Swift Hickey, left, Barbara Lennon Roberson, Garth Lewis and Judy Ellis Lemons reminisce during the 69th Annual Dodson Ex-Student reunion Saturday, May 23. COURTESY PHOTO

Zenith Swift Hickey, left, Barbara Lennon Roberson, Garth Lewis and Judy Ellis Lemons reminisce during the 69th Annual Dodson Ex-Student reunion Saturday, May 23. COURTESY PHOTO

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Dodson ex-students convene for 69th reunion

Bev Odom
Thursday, June 25, 2026
DODSON – Dodson ex-students gathered at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 23 at Dodson Town Hall for their 69th annual reunion.“Ex-students began arriving a little after 9 a.m. and said their good-byes around 5 p.m.,” noted organizer Barbara Roberson.
Wellington Lions make impact

Wellington Lions make impact

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Wellington Lions make impact

News Staff
Thursday, June 25, 2026
In cooperation with the Texas Ramp Project - Panhandle Area, members of Wellington Lions Club and Rocket Leo Club erected four ramps, from Dallas St. to El Paso St. and Childress St., then 7th St., on Saturday, June 20.
First Baptist Church 55+ luncheon welcomes crowd

First Baptist Church 55+ luncheon welcomes crowd

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First Baptist Church 55+ luncheon welcomes crowd

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Thursday, June 25, 2026
First Baptist Church (FBC) of Childress welcomes a crowd of 19 for the recent 55-plus luncheon, which consisted of build-your-own sandwiches, as well as multiple sides and desserts. FBC Pastor Tim Medley offered the blessing, and following the meal, Perry Foster led the group in a hymn.
Celebrated by friends and family at the Saturday, May 30 bridal shower, Yvonne Rodriguez and Jose Tellez exchanged wedding vows on Saturday, June 6. COURTESY PHOTO

Celebrated by friends and family at the Saturday, May 30 bridal shower, Yvonne Rodriguez and Jose Tellez exchanged wedding vows on Saturday, June 6. COURTESY PHOTO

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Bridal Shower honors Rodriguez, Tellez

Special To The Intrepid
Thursday, June 25, 2026
WELLINGTON – Friends and family gathered for a bridal shower in honor of Yvonne Rodriguez, bride-elect of Jose Tellez, the afternoon of Saturday, May 30 at the Wellington Ritz Theatre Lewis Building. Guests called from 2-3:30 p.m. to celebrate the couple.
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