Historic Wellington seeks funds for Ritz Theater roof repair
The Texas Historical Commission denied Historic Wellington's emergency funding request, leaving a $10,000 shortfall to begin roof and wall repairs on the Ritz Theater. President Gay McAlister says the group will push on, targeting $30,000 to $40,000 to start work by next summer. Donations are being sought via contact and mail, with out-of-town ex-students contributing significantly.
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Forrester Nips Bell in Tight Collingsworth Count Race
Democrat incumbent Tank Forrester wins Collingsworth County Judge after Nov 14 recount by 3 votes. Initial results showed Forrester 591 to Bell 584. recount adds 4 for Bell to finish 588 while Forrester stays at 591. County Clerk Jackie Johnson confirms final tallies.
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Vernon Day inducted into Guard Hall of Fame
Command Sgt Major (ret) Vernon Day was inducted into the 2002 Hall of Honor at Camp Mabry in Austin on November 2. He served 35 years in the Texas National Guard and spent 16 years as unit technician at Wellington, Borger, and Pampa units.
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Lee girl to compete in Distinguished Youth program
Michaela Danielle Lee a Wellington Elementary third grader has been chosen to participate in the Distinguished Youth of Texas Scholarship and Recognition Program to be held at the Renaissance Hotel in Austin from November 29 to December 1. Two Texas students will win a $1 000 U S Savings Bond and the right to serve as State Program Titleholders for one year with each winner receiving $250 for their school. The event offers more than $5 000 in total awards and prizes. The program honors high achieving girls who lead in school and community activities.
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Library Notes Holiday Open House at Collingsworth Library
Collingsworth Public Library closes early on November 27 2002 for Thanksgiving and reopens December 2 2002. An annual Holiday Open House is set for December 4 2002 from 9 30 a m to 3 30 p m with wreath fundraiser state capitol ornaments on display and refreshments.
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Rebecca Kemp Named Employee of the Month at T L Roach Unit
Rebecca Kemp, in her fifth year at the T L Roach Unit in Childress, was named Employee of the Month for November by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for outstanding performance in records. She received a $10 Wal Mart gift certificate, a $10 Fantastic Footwear certificate with a $20 purchase, and one free tanning session or five minutes of Power Wave Hydromassage from the Neon Sun. Kemp is married to Brian Kemp and mother of three.
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Antonia Gonzalez Named First Runner-Up at Caprock Pageant
Antonia Gonzalez a 19-year-old South Plains College freshman business major from Wellington placed as first runner-up in the 45th Miss Caprock Scholarship Pageant held at SPC on Friday November 22. She received a $300 SPC scholarship, was nominated by the Hispanic Student Organization, and has active involvement in cross country track and student groups.
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