Collingsworth County Sheriff ’s Report

August 7 - 13Jail book in: 3 Jail book out: 2 Jail population: 11 Deputy Civil papers served: 5 Constable Civil papers served: 0 NOTICE: To report controlled burns, call the Sheriff’s Office at 806-447 2588. As of Aug. 17, 2026, Collingsworth County is under a burn ban.

MHS shifts to six man football

MEMPHIS – The Memphis High School Cyclone football program has officially canceled its standard football season due to a lack of available players for a full squad.In an update shared with fans on social media Tuesday, the school stated that the MISD is not stopping football activities altogether.

Childress, Memphis athletes honored

AMARILLO – Childress and Memphis athletes were recently named to Press Pass Sports’ 20 Texas Panhandle and South Plains High Schol Volleyball Players to Watch in 2026, rounding out the Notable Players to Watch lineup of nearly 50 area athletes.

CHS hosts Meet the Bobcats August 11

CHILDRESS – Bobcat spirit was on full display Tuesday night, August 11, as parents, fans, and community members gathered to welcome the student-athletes who will represent Childress in the year ahead.

Childress’ Parr selected to Softball Supreme Team

Wellington Skyrockets football squad grind for 2026 season

WELLINGTON - Around 45 spirited athletes turned out for the first week of 2026 Skyrocket football “two-a-days” that initiated Monday morning, Aug. 3.

Wellington considers commercial, residential RV permit requests

WELLINGTON – Convening at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 7 at City Hall, the Wellington City Council met in regular session with Mayor Larry Adams presiding. Also present were City Manager Justin Mixon, Councilmembers Brent Martin, Jimmy Cantu, Jr.

WHS Class of 1966

Celebrating 60 years, members of the Wellington High School Class of 1966 gather at Top Notch BBQ in Childress during the Saturday, Aug. 1 Wellington Ex-Student Association occasion.