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Wellington’s real life Top Gun

Collingsworth Chronicles
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
A deep, rumbling roar could be heard over Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery just as four jet aircraft flying in precise formation at speeds exceeding 300 mph appeared low over the horizon. When the jets passed directly overhead, the No.
Wrapping up a busy and fun last week of summer, Memphis Convalescent Center residents and staff enjoyed a pool day Thursday, Aug. 6. “It was the perfect way to celebrate the end of summer and get ready for a new school year,” Memphis Convalescent Center Administrator Breann Robinson said. “We’re so grateful for these fun moments, big smiles, and wonderful memories made together.” MEMPHIS CONVALESCENT CENTER PHOTO

Wrapping up a busy and fun last week of summer, Memphis Convalescent Center residents and staff enjoyed a pool day Thursday, Aug. 6. “It was the perfect way to celebrate the end of summer and get ready for a new school year,” Memphis Convalescent Center Administrator Breann Robinson said. “We’re so grateful for these fun moments, big smiles, and wonderful memories made together.” MEMPHIS CONVALESCENT CENTER PHOTO

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Memphis Convalescent makes a splash

News Staff
Wednesday, September 9, 2026

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Oregon plane flies into Childress

Tiffany Tully
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
CHILDRESS – Tuesday, Sept. 1, A Beechjet flew in on business, a Cessna 414 from San Antonio dropped off passengers, and a Cessna 172 working in the area stopped for fuel.A Bell 206 helicopter dropped in for fuel and a Cessna Citation out of Florida stayed overnight.Wednesday, Sept.
Hedley Lions and firefighters serve barbecue Sept. 3 PHOTO BY GRACE HOLMAN

Hedley Lions and firefighters serve barbecue Sept. 3 PHOTO BY GRACE HOLMAN

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Childress PD answers 208 calls in August

Chief Jerrald Johnson
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
During August 2026, the Childress Police Department continued its commitment to public safety through proactive enforcement, traffic safety initiatives, and responsive police services.

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Collingsworth County Sheriff ’s Report

News Staff
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Jail book in: 1 Jail book out: 1 Jail population: 10 Deputy Civil papers served: 0 Constable Civil papers served: 0NOTICE: A 90-day burn ban is in effect as of Aug. 17. To report controlled burns, call the Collingsworth County Sheriff’s Office at 806-447 2588.

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Hedley Lions, firemen host annual barbecue

Grace Holman
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
The Hedley Lions Club Annual Chicken BBQ Fundraiser Dinner may be automatically noted on next year’s calendars acquired each December, because the dinner is as much a part of September in Hedley as it is back-to-school.

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South Plains Electric donates to area firemen

Special To The Intrepid
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
LUBBOCK – South Plains Electric Cooperative’s Operation Round Up sent 40 fire departments each a check for $1,500, totaling a donation of $60,000 The donation comes at a time when fire departments serving SPEC members are facing increased dangers from wildfires.
Mum decorating signals start of Homecoming

Mum decorating signals start of Homecoming

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Mum decorating signals start of Homecoming

Aaron Ramos
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
CHILDRESS – The Childress community celebrated a little bit of Texas tradition on Saturday, Sept. 5, as the museum hosted its annual mum decorating event.Held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the event welcomed local children to come out, get creative and make their very own homecoming mum.
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