Livestock Show Highlights 87 Animals at Collingsworth County event
The Collingsworth County Junior Livestock Show held Saturday at Bill Wilson Arena drew 21 FFA and 30 4-H members, exhibiting 87 animals. Exhibitors plan to attend major February and March showcases in Fort Worth San Antonio Houston and San Angelo, with some entering multiple events. Goat division results list Wellington FFA participants placing from first through ninth, including Megan Huntress L.J. Holton Justin Brewer Amy Littrell Justin Westmoreland Vanessa Langley Jacob Needham Aaron Taylor and Stryker Penn. Continued on Page 9.
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Valentine Dinner Opens Fund Drive for Living Center
Priscilla Sullivan reports a Valentine Dinner set for Sunday February 13 to launch private donations and grants for the Assisted Living Center of Collingsworth County General Hospital District. Goal is 732,500 with 362,500 already committed including 90,000 for site, 62,500 for construction, and 30,000 from Wellington. Continues on Page 8.
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EMS sponsors ECA class in Wellington county
Wellington EMS sponsors an Emergency Care Attendant class beginning February 21. For schedule details call Kirby Campbell at 447 2565 or contact EMS personnel. Volunteers are sought to support the ambulance service, offering a chance to help the community and acquire new skills.
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Kirby Campbell
Band Boosters Hold Special Meeting Next Year Plans
Members of the Band Boosters will meet Thursday Feb 3 at 7 pm in the Band Hall to discuss plans for next year. All parents are urged to attend this special meeting.
Local woman sentenced in federal court in Amarillo
Mary Blacksher pleaded guilty November 10 to misappropriating funds for Patient First Home Health Nursing Service. She was ordered to pay 22270 in restitution and serve 11 months in prison. Restitution will go to the U.S. Department of Justice to disperse to affected employees.
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First Home Health Nursing Service
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Holland named president and CEO at Shamrock bank
First National Bank of Shamrock announced Chad Holland as president and CEO. He brings 15 years in banking with eight at Community Bank in Wellington. A 1984 WHS graduate, Holland holds a B.B.A. degree. Continued on Page 2.
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Wellington Activities Center under Zephyr Foundation plans
The Zephyr Foundation outlines remodeling plans for the Wellington Activities Center in the Knitting Factory building. A nine member board will oversee operations, with Richard Sims as president and Pat White presenting the project. The center will include two adaptable courts, an indoor track, batting cages, racquetball, weight room, bowling lanes, and a concession. Memberships will fund upkeep and staff, with open access to non residents at set fees. The facility is aimed to operate six days a week Tue Sun, with hours to be finalized after architect review.
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Kathi Littrell
Oran Sain
Carl Taylor
Ashley Long
Luis Pena
Louise Powell
Lloyd Bohannon
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Enoch to Perform at First Baptist Church Enoch
Enoch will give a concert at First Baptist Church on Sunday February 6 during the 10 am service. Born in Madras India he blends keyboard style with orchestrations to create rich tones. The event offers spiritual praise and healing, with a free will offering afterward. For details call 806-447-5353.
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First Baptist Church
First Baptist
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India
First Christian Church ladies host winter retreat and luncheon
The Wellington First Christian Church invites area women to its Ladies 2000 Winter Retreat and Luncheon on February 12 from 9 45 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 700 Haskell Street. RSVP to Nonah Barringer by February 9. Guest speaker Roberta Carman of Lubbock, wife of Raintree minister Charles Carman, will speak on feelings and gentleness.
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Stress management workshop at Collingsworth Library
Collingsworth Public Library hosts a free stress management workshop on Tuesday February 15 at 7 p.m. in partnership with the REACH Center of Texas Panhandle Mental Health Authority. The session covers warning signs of stress and coping techniques, noting high stress among farmers. Participants will be invited to share input for future workshops.
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Vanessa Langley
Wellington Ffa
Jacob Needham
Aaron Taylor
Stryker Penn
Sumnerwood
Brady Bohannon
Jd, Schaither
Dylan
Living Center
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First National Bank Shamrock
First Christian Church
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