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Researchers at Texas A&M University’s Zach Adelman Lab utilize mosquitoes in their research of mosquito-borne viruses, such as yellow fever, West Nile encephalitis, Zika and dengue hemorrhagic fever. AgriLife Today/Michael Miller

Researchers at Texas A&M University’s Zach Adelman Lab utilize mosquitoes in their research of mosquito-borne viruses, such as yellow fever, West Nile encephalitis, Zika and dengue hemorrhagic fever. AgriLife Today/Michael Miller

Five tips to protect your home from mosquitos this summer

Warmer temperatures and rain mean mosquito season is underway in most of the state, and with an increase in mosquitoes comes an increase in bites. While these insects pose a big annoyance for Texans, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service entomologist Sonja Swiger, Ph.D.
The Childress Cam Winders will host a Classic Carand Motorcycle Show from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 3 at Fair Park. Entry is $25, and prizes will be awarded for first place, second place, Best of Show, People’s Choice and more. For more information or to enter, contact DeeDee Dennert at 865-323-6807. Graphic Courtesy of Childress Cam Winders

The Childress Cam Winders will host a Classic Carand Motorcycle Show from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, June 3 at Fair Park. Entry is $25, and prizes will be awarded for first place, second place, Best of Show, People’s Choice and more. For more information or to enter, contact DeeDee Dennert at 865-323-6807. Graphic Courtesy of Childress Cam Winders

Childress Cam Winders to host Classic Car and Motorcycle Show

Childress Cam Winders to host Classic Car and Motorcycle Show
Joe and Keli Ponder, of Wellington, are thrilled to announce the engagement of their daughter, Dani Ponder, to Blake Parker, the son of Benny and Karissa Parker, of Muleshoe. Dani serves as an Emergency Medical Technician for UMC EMS in Lubbock. Blake is currently working as a Peace Officer for the Levelland Police Department. The couple plan to marry in a December ceremony. Courtesy Photo

Joe and Keli Ponder, of Wellington, are thrilled to announce the engagement of their daughter, Dani Ponder, to Blake Parker, the son of Benny and Karissa Parker, of Muleshoe. Dani serves as an Emergency Medical Technician for UMC EMS in Lubbock. Blake is currently working as a Peace Officer for the Levelland Police Department. The couple plan to marry in a December ceremony. Courtesy Photo

Ponder, Parker set December vows

Ponder, Parker set December vows

MEMPHIS

JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION The Second Annual Juneteenth Celebration, hosted by the Butler and Matthews Reunion, is in the works. Residents from Childress, Clarendon, Estelline, Memphis, Shamrock, Vernon, Wellington and more are invited to attend.This year’s parade theme will be “2023 Come Party with Me!

The Red River Sun School Menus

Monday,May 29 Breakfast: Sausage Biscuit, Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juice, Milk. Lunch: Fish Sticks, Hot Roll, Oven French Fries, Breaded Okra, Strawberries, Milk. Tuesday,May 30 Breakfast: Texas Gingerbread Cookie, Yogurt, Fresh Fruit, Fruit Juice, Milk.
The annual Moore Art Studio Student Art Show is scheduled for 6-7 p.m. Monday, May 29 at Moore Art Studio, 132 N. Main St. Graphic Courtesy of Moore Art Studio

The annual Moore Art Studio Student Art Show is scheduled for 6-7 p.m. Monday, May 29 at Moore Art Studio, 132 N. Main St. Graphic Courtesy of Moore Art Studio

Moore Art Studio to host Student Art Show

The annual Moore Art Studio Student Art Show is scheduled for 6-7 p.m. Monday, May 29 at Moore Art Studio, 132 N. Main St.
The Childress City Pool will open for the summer Saturday, May 27. Admission is $3. Children two and under swim for free. The Childress City Pool will be open from 1-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and 2-6 p.m. Sunday. For party rental information, message Childress City Pool on Facebook or call 940-938-7011. Photo Courtesy of Childress City Pool

The Childress City Pool will open for the summer Saturday, May 27. Admission is $3. Children two and under swim for free. The Childress City Pool will be open from 1-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and 2-6 p.m. Sunday. For party rental information, message Childress City Pool on Facebook or call 940-938-7011. Photo Courtesy of Childress City Pool

Childress City Pool to open Saturday

The Childress City Pool will open for the summer Saturday, May 27. Admission is $3. Children two and under swim for free. The Childress City Pool will be open from 1-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday and 2-6 p.m. Sunday.

WELLINGTON

DODSON REUNION The 66th Annual Dodson Ex-Student Reunion is set for Saturday, May 27.A Memorial Day Weekend tradition, activities will take place beginning at 9 a.m. at Dodson Town Hall and will remain open as long as there are visitors.