Hall Co. Picnic celebrates 91 years

MEMPHIS – The Annual Hall County Picnic celebrated 91 years with their annual parade and activities during the weekend of September 18 and 19.The festivities began on Friday, Sept. 18, with a hamburger lunch served on the Southwest side of the Court House square in Memphis.

Local cities see higher sales tax allocations

AUSTIN – Sales tax revenues increased across the Greenbelt region when Texas Comptroller Don Huffines delivered September allocations this month.The City of Childress saw revenues increase 59.65 percent compared to the same period last year with an allocation of $214,214.99.

on community menus

Home Delivered Meals and Senior Café MenuMonday, Sept. 28 Beef Stroganoff, Wide Noodles, Cauliflower and Broccoli Blend, Texas Toast, Ambrosia Salad, Milk. Tuesday, Sept. 29 Chicken Fried Rice, Egg Roll, Zucchini and Squash, Fresh Berries, Chocolate Cake, Milk.

Abbott honors Memphis PD Chief

AUSTIN – Memphis Police Chief Rex Plant was among 44 first responders honored by Texas Governor Greg Abbott with 2026 Star of Texas Award on Sept. 11.Gov. Abbott delivered the keynote address and presented awards to honor the service and sacrifice of peace officers, firefighters, and other first...

Collingsworth commissioners pick judges for November general election

WELLINGTON – The Commissioners Court of Collingsworth County convened for a regular meeting at 10 a.m. Aug. 10 at the courthouse with County Judge Scot Martindale presiding.

Childress county approves burn ban

CHILDRESS – The Childress County Commissioners Court enacted a burn ban September 14.Under the commissioners’ order, all outdoor burning, with the exception of burning trash in an approved container with screen cover and while supervised, is prohibited in the unincorporated areas of the county for...

55+ Pot Luck

First Baptist Church in Childress meets for its monthly 55+ pot luck luncheon on Tuesday, Sept. 8. Those attending enjoyed the meal and fellowship together. Pastor Tim Medley addressed those present with upcoming church activities. He also voiced several suggestions for senior adult trips.

Collingsworth Sheriff ’s Report

Jail book in: 1 Jail book out: 3 Jail population: 9 Deputy Civil papers served: 0 Constable Civil papers served: 0 NOTICE: A 90-day burn ban is in effect as of Aug17. To report controlled burns, call the Collingsworth County Sheriff’s Office at 806-447-2588.

Childress Airport welcomes travelers from near and far

CHILDRESS – Tuesday, September 8, A Cirrus flew in from McKinney to drop off passengers, and a Cessna 150 came in from Dublin for fuel.Wednesday, September 9, An Astra dropped off passengers from Houston, a Bell 206 helicopter dropped in for fuel, and a Piper Cherokee out of Arlington stopped for...