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General election early voting continues through Oct. 31

Roger Estlack
Thursday, October 22, 2026
GREENBELT AREA – Early voting in this year’s general election continues in Childress, Collingsworth, and Hall Counties through next Friday, October 30.In addition to state and local elections, Childress ISD voters are considering four propositions in a bond election.Childress ISD Early Voting...

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SWEPCO to conduct proactive inspections

News Staff
Thursday, October 22, 2026
CHILDRESS – SWEPCO is partnering with AiDash to perform proactive inspections of its electric delivery system using Light Detection and Ranging (LiDAR) sensors mounted on vehicles and drones.These sensors enable SWEPCO to collect detailed data that helps identify vegetation – down to a single tree...

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WISD trustees review Emergency Operations Plan

Bev Odom
Thursday, October 22, 2026
WELLINGTON – The Wellington Independent School District (ISD) Board of Trustees met for regular meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 13 in the superintendent’s office. President Cody Phillips called the meeting to order at 8:44 p.m., and Mark Lemons offered the opening prayer.

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Childress child abuser gets 30-year sentence

Roger Estlack
Thursday, October 22, 2026
CHILDRESS – The 100th District Court heard two pleas Wednesday, Oct. 7, when it met in Childress.District Attorney Luke Inman, along with Assistant District Attorney Harley Caudle, prosecuted the cases for the State of Texas with the Honorable Judge Stuart Messer, by assignment.Shawn Christopher...

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Sales tax revenue soars in Greenbelt region

Roger Estlack
Thursday, October 22, 2026
AUSTIN – Sales tax revenues were up across the Greenbelt area this month when Texas Comptroller Don Huffines distribute October allocations to local governments recently.The City of Childress saw its allocation increase 185.03 percent compared to the same period last year with revenue of $311,504.
Memphis Country Club Board Member Kelli Little presents a check for $500 to Hall County Home Delivered Meals Director Kila Manuel. The money was the proceeds from the Memphis Country Club’s Poker Run held during Hall County Picnic last month. INTREPID PHOTO / CINDY WOODARD

Memphis Country Club Board Member Kelli Little presents a check for $500 to Hall County Home Delivered Meals Director Kila Manuel. The money was the proceeds from the Memphis Country Club’s Poker Run held during Hall County Picnic last month. INTREPID PHOTO / CINDY WOODARD

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Poker Run Donation

News Staff
Thursday, October 22, 2026
Memphis Country Club Board Member Kelli Little presents a check for $500 to Hall County Home Delivered Meals Director Kila Manuel. The money was the proceeds from the Memphis Country Club’s Poker Run held during Hall County Picnic last month.

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HCHDM searching for donations

Shari Watson
Thursday, October 22, 2026
MEMPHIS – Hall County Home Delivered Melas is in need of donations. Our community rallied last year and kept us afloat. Our clients are grateful for your support. Many would not have a hot meal if it were not for the meals that come from HCHDM.
Community health fair serves Memphis area

Community health fair serves Memphis area

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Community health fair serves Memphis area

Cindy Woodard
Thursday, October 22, 2026
MEMPHIS – a Community Health Fair was hosted by Memphis ISD together with the Memphis Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at the Memphis Community Center.Area vendors were set up at various tables, giving visitors an opportunity to learn about the variety of health, community...
STOP, DROP, and ROLL emphasized Wellington Volunteer Fire Department visitors for Fire Prevention Week on Oct. 7. Packed with important fire safety lessons, big smiles, and local heroes, Sparklers listened carefully and practiced their survival skills. Firemen and their Sparklers embraced getting to spend time together for such a worthy cause. Shown here: Fifth Grade Sparklers WELLINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL { (

STOP, DROP, and ROLL emphasized Wellington Volunteer Fire Department visitors for Fire Prevention Week on Oct. 7. Packed with important fire safety lessons, big smiles, and local heroes, Sparklers listened carefully and practiced their survival skills. Firemen and their Sparklers embraced getting to spend time together for such a worthy cause. Shown here: Fifth Grade Sparklers WELLINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL { (

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Sparklers welcome volunteer firemen for fire safety

News Staff
Thursday, October 22, 2026
STOP, DROP, and ROLL emphasized Wellington Volunteer Fire Department visitors for Fire Prevention Week on Oct. 7. Packed with important fire safety lessons, big smiles, and local heroes, Sparklers listened carefully and practiced their survival skills.
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