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Newspaper
Wellington Leader
Location
Wellington, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1996
Page
1
The County of Collingsworth and City of Wellington lift the Emergency No Burn Policy as of 10 a.m. Friday May 31 1996 Fire Chief Danny Gray urges continued caution with open outdoor burning and related activities.
The United Methodist Church invites children four to entering fifth grade to Bibletimes Marketplace on Saturday June 8 1996 from 2 to 7 p.m. Families cluster to explore Bibletimes occupations and relationships as Bible stories are dramatized in shops. Call 447-2377 with questions.
Collingsworth County Road Department has completed a bridge across Elm Creek in the northern part of the county. At 67 feet long and 19 feet 6 inches wide it is the largest and most complex project undertaken recently. The structure uses 108000 pounds of cement 600 pounds of welding rod and 704 feet of 33 inch I beams. County Judge Jim Forrester commended the crew and commissioners including Tony Hunter Zeb Roberson and Pat Gulley for building the bridge to specifications at about one tenth the estimated cost.
Two Wellington Skyrocket players receive spots on the 1996 All-District 2-AA Team. Benito Castillo earns the catcher honor. Chris Belew secures first base. Also listed are Jurado, Henderson, Martinez, Taylor, Yanis, Fields, Salinas, Williams, Edmunds, and Jurado as fellow first team members. The report also notes the Panhandle Firemen's Association convention in Amarillo with Wellington attendees and honors.
Faith Baptist Church schedules a revival starting Sunday June 9 at 11 00 a m and ending Friday June 14 Evening services occur at 5 30 p m Sunday and 7 00 p m on weekdays A 5 30 p m Monday hot dog bust joins evangelist Henry Roe with Don D Thornton directing music Ben Karnes to play piano and lead singing Rev Robert Shugart invites all to attend.
May 1996 temperature and moisture data submitted by Tommy Hudson, local National Weather Service representative, detailing monthly readings. Includes figures for average highs and lows, precipitation totals, and notable anomalies observed during the period.
Denise Sexton captured first in barrel racing at the Tri State High School Rodeo Finals in Dalhart May 31 to June 2, 1996. She earned a saddle and three buckles, was named Rookie of the Year, and led with 88 points in barrels while placing fourth in pole bending at 75.00.
Green Thumb Inc. promotes senior employment and training while Texans of all ages are urged to join in recognizing the contributions of older Americans. Annie Isaacs, a Green Thumb attendant at the Collingsworth Museum and Art Center, is highlighted for greeting visitors and assisting with museum activities this past year. Diane Cowan, Green Thumb Director, invites everyone to honor seniors and renew efforts to support their quality of life as the nation marks Older Americans Month.
The Collingsworth County Sheriff's Department reports five arrests between May 24 and June 3. May 24 a male was arrested for violation of probation from burglary and remains incarcerated. May 28 another male for probation on burglary, remains jailed. May 31 a male for theft, paid 1800 restitution 150 fine and 32 court cost then released. June 2 a male for aggravated assault and evading arrest in Wheeler County and evading arrest in Collingsworth County, transferred to Wheeler County jail. June 3 a male for probation on theft, remains incarcerated.
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