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Bobcat Band students compete at West Texas A&M University

Bobcat Band students compete at West Texas A&M University

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Bobcat Band students compete at West Texas A&M University

News Staff
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Multiple Childress High School Bobcat Band members competed in a Solo and Ensemble Competition Saturday, Feb. 7 at West Texas A&M University in Canyon. Leading the lineup, senior Beni Downey and sophomore Lily Halliday, who each prepared a Class 1 solo, received a Division 1 rating.
Childress FFA kicks off major show season at San Angelo Stock Show

Childress FFA kicks off major show season at San Angelo Stock Show

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Childress FFA kicks off major show season at San Angelo Stock Show

News Staff
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Childress High School Future Farmers of America (FFA) members, including Slade Chapman, Kole Eikman, Bryson Session and Tripp Tippett, kick off the major show season at San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo’s Agricultural Mechanics Contest, picking up three blue ribbons. Thursday, Feb. 5-Saturday, Feb.
The Memphis High School student section, donned in suits and ties, brings ESPN GameDay to their court as the Memphis Cyclones and Lady Cyclones took on Clarendon Friday, Feb. 6 in Memphis. Memphis ISD

The Memphis High School student section, donned in suits and ties, brings ESPN GameDay to their court as the Memphis Cyclones and Lady Cyclones took on Clarendon Friday, Feb. 6 in Memphis. Memphis ISD

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Memphis students bring ESPN GameDay to their court

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Thursday, February 12, 2026
CTX Run Club celebrates its two-year anniversary Saturday, Feb. 7 at Bobcat Nutrition, kicking off the birthday celebration with a one- or two-mile run, followed by brunch, including drinks from Bobcat Nutrition and permanent jewelry from The Charm Bar at 225.

CTX Run Club celebrates its two-year anniversary Saturday, Feb. 7 at Bobcat Nutrition, kicking off the birthday celebration with a one- or two-mile run, followed by brunch, including drinks from Bobcat Nutrition and permanent jewelry from The Charm Bar at 225.

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CTX Run Club celebrates two years

Elizabeth Tanner
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
CHILDRESS — CTX Run Club, organized by Ashley and Aaron Ramos, recently celebrated its two-year anniversary Saturday, Feb.

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At the Childress Municipal Airport

Tiffany Tully
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
CHILDRESS — Tuesday, Feb. 3, a Cessna 210, 206 and 172 flew in from Dalhart for the game, and an experimental stopped on its way from Oklahoma to Slaton.Wednesday, Feb.

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Memphis powerlifters dominate Clarendon meet

Elizabeth Tanner
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
CLARENDON — Competing Friday, Feb. 6, the Memphis Cyclones and Lady Cyclones made easy work of competition at the Clarendon powerlifting meet, with the both the Cyclones and Lady Cyclones bringing home first-place team finishes.
In an election of new Collingsworth County Chamber of Commerce officers on Monday, Feb. 9 at Collingsworth County Museum, Cindy Weatherly assumes the presidency position, previously held by Karen Caldwell for several years.

In an election of new Collingsworth County Chamber of Commerce officers on Monday, Feb. 9 at Collingsworth County Museum, Cindy Weatherly assumes the presidency position, previously held by Karen Caldwell for several years.

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Caldwell passes Collingsworth Chamber gavel to Weatherly

Bev Odom
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
WELLINGTON – Meeting in the Ellis Art Center of Collingsworth County Museum, the Collingsworth County Chamber of Commerce convened at 5 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9 to elect officers and discuss upcoming county celebrations. President Karen Caldwell welcomed chamber members and offered an opening prayer.

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Letter to the Editor

News Staff
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
It has been just over a year since I had the honor of becoming your Chief of Police, and I remain overwhelmed and deeply grateful for the support I’ve received from the citizens of Childress.
The Turkey Volunteer Fire Department (TVFD) recently received their first new tanker truck in four decades, thanks to a grant from the Texas A&M Forest Service, as well as community donations.

The Turkey Volunteer Fire Department (TVFD) recently received their first new tanker truck in four decades, thanks to a grant from the Texas A&M Forest Service, as well as community donations.

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Turkey VFD receives first new tanker in four decades

Elizabeth Tanner
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
TURKEY — The Turkey Volunteer Fire Department (TVFD) recently received their first new tanker truck in four decades, thanks to a grant from the Texas A&M Forest Service, as well as community donations.
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