Wellington Lighting of the Square kicks off Christmas events
The Wellington community hosts its annual Lighting of the Square on Wednesday at 6 00 p m with courthouse lights, local singers Jessie Mays Fredonia Hunnicutt Cindy Thomas and Ruby Nash, and the Wellington Skyrockets band performing Christmas carols Santa arrives about 6 45 p m at the Collingsworth County Museum for photos and wishes. Local businesses stay open late for holiday shopping as residents gather with friends and family to celebrate the season.
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26 Texas Schools Named for No Child Left Behind Blue Ribbon
Commissioner Robert Scott nominates 26 Texas schools for the 2009 No Child Left Behind Blue Ribbon recognition. The program honors schools with strong academic performance or dramatic progress for disadvantaged students. Winners will be announced in September 2009 after a rigorous application process.
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Payton Kane & Friends New Year’s Eve at the Ritz
The Wellington Ritz Theatre hosts the second annual Payton Kane and Friends concert on New Year’s Eve at 7 30 pm to raise funds for the Collingsworth County Museum and theatre. Proceeds support local historic institutions with a finale party in the main lobby. Tickets 20 dollars for the concert, 15 dollars for the party. reserve seating for the concert.
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Collingsworth Swine Jackpot Set for December 13
The annual Collingsworth Swine Jackpot at the Wellington Fairgrounds on Saturday December 13 2008 invites 4 H and FFA members to exhibit barrows. Weight cards due by 11 00 a m with show at 1 00 p m featuring showmanship and market classes. Grand Champion earns 500 cash Reserve 250. Judge Chris Blount Vega Texas. Proceeds benefit Collingsworth County 4 H and FFA youth. For info contact Jeff Sherman or Dale Dunlap.
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