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Memphis Independent School District educators earn a combined $693,122 through the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) program.

Memphis Independent School District educators earn a combined $693,122 through the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) program.

Memphis ISD educators awarded over $693K in incentive pay

Elizaebth Tanner
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
MEMPHIS — For the third consecutive year, Memphis Independent School District (ISD) educators were awarded incentive pay through the Texas Education Agency (TEA) Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) program.
Wellington City Manager Justin Mixon observes City of Wellington Street Foreman Arnie Ingram in the loader, taking down old trees in Ellison Park on Thursday, May 19. Serving over 45 years since January 1980, Ingram plans to retire Monday, June 30. “Arnie has been an incredibly valuable man to the City of Wellington,” Mixon said.

Wellington City Manager Justin Mixon observes City of Wellington Street Foreman Arnie Ingram in the loader, taking down old trees in Ellison Park on Thursday, May 19. Serving over 45 years since January 1980, Ingram plans to retire Monday, June 30. “Arnie has been an incredibly valuable man to the City of Wellington,” Mixon said.

City of Wellington progresses Ellison Park Renovation Project

Bev Odom
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
WELLINGTON – While the Ellison Park Renovation Project Working Group seeks additional funding, Wellington City Manager Justin Mixon and his team of employees made a huge impact on the park with their recent dead-tree removal efforts.
The Childress High School Class of 2025 graduates with over $1.3 million in scholarships Friday, May 23 at Fair Park Stadium.

The Childress High School Class of 2025 graduates with over $1.3 million in scholarships Friday, May 23 at Fair Park Stadium.

Childress graduates earn over $1.3 million in scholarships

Elizabeth Tanner
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
CHILDRESS — The Childress High School Class of 2025 received $1,305,702.08 in scholarships, announced during the CHS Senior Scholarship and Awards Assembly Wednesday, May 21.
West Texas A&M University President Dr. Walter V. Wendler, left, Student Body President Kyal Browne and Wellington High School Principal Jermaine Cantu pause for a photo prior to the West Texas A&M University graduation ceremonies, where Cantu delivered the Alumni Charge at all four graduation proceedings.

West Texas A&M University President Dr. Walter V. Wendler, left, Student Body President Kyal Browne and Wellington High School Principal Jermaine Cantu pause for a photo prior to the West Texas A&M University graduation ceremonies, where Cantu delivered the Alumni Charge at all four graduation proceedings.

Wellington’s Cantu delivers WT commencement ceremonies Alumni Charge

Bev Odom
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
CANYON – While almost 20 years have lapsed since Wellington High School (WHS) Principal Jermaine Cantu received his bachelor’s degree from West Texas A&M University (WTAMU) at First United Bank Center, he crossed the stage again Friday, May 16 and Saturday, May 17.
The Childress Church of Christ celebrates the Class of 2025 Sunday, May 19, praying blessings over the students. “What a special group that has been such a blessing to this church,” Childress Church of Christ Lead Minister Josh Tracy said. “We will miss you guys, but we are so proud of each of you and can’t wait to see all that the Lord does in your lives.” Childress Church of Christ

The Childress Church of Christ celebrates the Class of 2025 Sunday, May 19, praying blessings over the students. “What a special group that has been such a blessing to this church,” Childress Church of Christ Lead Minister Josh Tracy said. “We will miss you guys, but we are so proud of each of you and can’t wait to see all that the Lord does in your lives.” Childress Church of Christ

Childress Church of Christ blesses seniors

News Staff
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Childress Church of Christ blesses seniors
RegistrationforCollingsworthPublicLibrary’sSummerReadingProgram,“ColorOurWorld, concludes Thursday, June 5. Youth ages 3 years-eighth grade are invited to participate. Registration can be completed in-person or online at collingsworthpubliclibrary.info. Several fun programs are planned in addition to the reading incentive challenges. For more information, call Collingsworth Public Library at 806-447-3183 or visit the library’s Facebook page. Collingsworth Public Library

RegistrationforCollingsworthPublicLibrary’sSummerReadingProgram,“ColorOurWorld, concludes Thursday, June 5. Youth ages 3 years-eighth grade are invited to participate. Registration can be completed in-person or online at collingsworthpubliclibrary.info. Several fun programs are planned in addition to the reading incentive challenges. For more information, call Collingsworth Public Library at 806-447-3183 or visit the library’s Facebook page. Collingsworth Public Library

Summer reading registration concludes June 5

News Staff
Thursday, May 29, 2025
Summer reading registration concludes June 5

CHILDRESS

News Staff
Thursday, May 29, 2025
RABIES VACCINATION CLINIC The City of Childress will host a free rabies vaccination clinic from 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, May 31 at the Fair Park Pavillion.

MEMPHIS

News Staff
Thursday, May 29, 2025
PET VACCINATION CLINIC A pet vaccination clinic will be held from 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, June 7 at the Memphis Volunteer Fire Department, 721 Robertson St.
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