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On the deck of the Amazing Grace cabin that leads to the pond, Panfork staff Drew Dixon, left and Terry Williams stay busy through the winter months rebuilding bunk beds and maintaining the extensive property. Check out Panfork for your next family reunion or a weekend getaway retreat. The staff’s desire is to make much of Jesus while serving you and Christ together. The camp is located right in the middle of deer country seven miles north of Wellington on Highway 83 and four miles east on FM 3446. With a full service dining hall, two indoor worship facilities and one outdoor, they want campers and guests to go home with a story of how Christ impacted their life while they were at Panfork.

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WELLINGTON — Hidden along the banks of the Salt Fork of the Red River where archery tag and modern cabins replaced traditional tag and tents, Terry Williams and Drew Dixon partner to operate Panfork Baptist Encampment only 15 minutes northeast from downtown Wellington. See panfork Page 2A

CRMC bursts into the future with TeleNICU

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FBC Worship and Education Pastor John Cox, left, and fellow musicians Westin Woodruff and Boomer Butler perform next to a pile of antlers during the “Camo Sunday” service Nov. 8. The antlers were collected for the ministry, Antlers for Orphans, which will help raise money for the children.

By Everett Brazil, III The Red River Sun

HOLLIS — The Hollis First Baptist Church (FBC) recently held the much-loved Wild Game Dinner, allowing Harmon County residents a chance to appreciate the goodness of God’s creation while simultaneously fellowshipping in His Word. The 2015 dinner also brought a chance to help orphans in Africa by collecting deer antlers to be donated to a special charity, Antlers for Orphans. Many of the antlers were collected at church the following morning, named “Camo Sunday” to continue in the outdoor theme. FBC is collecting the antlers for the organization, which is a Christian ministry which sells the antlers for funding that will benefit the orphaned children in

Uganda. FBC Pastor Christ Carlisle, himself an avid outdoorsman, discovered the ministry and knew it would work for the church. “I just found it online one day and thought, we can do that, we can even do it ongoing, so anytime people can bring (antlers) by we can send them,” he said. The organization is based out of Colorado, but has collection points across the country, including FBC. “It’s a ministry that collects shed antlers, and they take the profits and support orphans in Uganda,” Carlisle said. “They take the antlers, cutoff antlers and skull mounts, basically antlers of any kind are equal.” That includes not only deer, but also antelope, moose and elk, as any antlers are eligible for the ministry.

The program was unveiled at the Wild Game Dinner, and they quickly collected many antlers for the program “We collected antlers at the Wild Game Dinner, and collected over 100 lbs. of antlers,” he said. All antlers are accepted, and hunters simply have to bring them to the church to be sent to help the orphans, which is actually what the program is about, the support of some of the poorest of the children, to help them in a severe time of need. “You can change a child’s life in Africa. There has been a huge AIDS epidemic. Many of them, one or both parents have died from AIDS, so it helps these children have a chance at life,” Carlisle said. For more information on donating antlers for the ministry, contact FBC at (580) 688-3356.

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SuLynn Mester demonstrates equipment Childress Regional Medical Center uses in it’s relationship with Children’s Medical Center in Dallas through the Children’s Health TeleNICU. The equipment allows for collaboration between physicians in Childress and Dallas saving patients time, travel burden and potentially, money. It gives CRMC more capabilities than ever before.

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CHILDRESS — Childress Regional Medical Center has become the first rural hospital in Texas to go online with Children’s Health TeleNICU. The system, which uses specialized equipment to allow expert neonatologists who practice at Children’s Health to virtually examine newborns at distant-site neonatal intensive-care units, grew from two connecting hospitals to six in 2015, now reaching from Odessa to Longview. These hospitals now include: Good Shepherd Medical Center (Longview), Trinity Mother Frances (Tyler), Lake Pointe Medical Center (Rowlett), Childress Regional Medical Center (Childress), Palo Pinto General Hospital (Mineral Wells) and Odessa Regional Medical Center (Odessa). “Access to specialty care is a huge challenge for rural hospitals,” said Henderson. “I believe a big part of the solution is technology.” The service provides immediate access to the only academic pediatric health system in North Texas. The highly specialized pediatric physicians of UT Southwestern on staff at Children’s See CRMC Page 2A

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Between July 1946 and May 1947 Wellington Country Club offered the Baptists 160 acres with the original charter signed on May 13, PUBLISHER 1947 according to the first Chris Blackburn (888) 400-1083 volume of the Collingsworth County History Book pubEDITOR/GENERAL MANAGERS lished in 1985. Bev Odom - Wellington Although many changes (888) 400-1083 have transpired over the Everett Brazil, III - Hollis years, the mission remains the (888) 400-1083 same to evangelize the lost Chris Blackburn - Memphis and equip the saints for the (888) 400-1083 glory of God. With few disGinger Wilson - Childress tractions, Panfork is a blessed (888) 400-1083 place to spend a night, a weekend or a full week. The Red River Sun (USPS 105020) is published every WednesFrom private rooms in day, including holidays, by BlackAmazing Grace to bunk burn Media Group Inc., P.O. Box 1260, Childress, Texas, 79201style cabins in Pampa Cabin, 1260. Entered at U.S. Post Office, every room has air condiChildress, Texas, for transmission through the mail as a Secondtioners, bathrooms with hot Class matter, according to an Act water and most have heat as of Congress, March 3, 1879. Periodical Rate Postage Paid at Chilwell with a total of 320 beds. dress, Texas, 79201. Postmaster: Now a 70 acre camp, staff has Send address changes to the The Red River Sun, PO Box 1260, evolved through the years as Childress, Texas, 79201 well. All material Copyright 2014 The A Childress native, WilRed River Sun liams came on staff as ExecuThe Red River Sun is a product tive Director in February this of the merger of The Hall County year. He and his wife Alisha, Herald, the Wellington Leader, The Hollis News and The Chilalso a Childress native, and dress Index on June 1, 2014. two boys moved here from It is the mission of this newsPerryton where he served as paper to promote the rights of the pastor of Key Heights individualism in the American Declaration of Independence. Baptist Church. Sam is now The right of life, liberty and owna seventh grader at Wellingership of property are the cornerstone of freedom. Government’s ton Junior High and Carter a sole purpose is to enhance our first grader at Wellington Elliberty and freedom. Therefore, we hold every elected and apementary School. pointed agent of government acFrom 1998 to May 2007 countable to that standard. Terry worked as a youth minDEADLINES ister first in Teague, Texas and Advertising: 5 p.m. Friday Editorial: 10 a.m. Monday then First Baptist Church of Childress. His undergraduate SUBSCRIPTIONS $36 a year in the county degree is from Hardin-Sim$42 a year outside the county mons University. He earned E-SUBSCRIPTIONS his Masters at Southwestern Call 888-400-1083 Baptist Theological Seminary. “Both of our moms still live in Childress,” said Terry. “And MEMBER Alisha’s dad lives in north2015 western Hardeman County. God has allowed us to be TEXAS PRESS closer to home and our families.” ASSOCIATION Dixon came on full time in March this year as Terry’s Director of Operations. A 2007 graduate of Memphis High School, Dixon served Panfork as summer staff for many years. He obtained his HVAC certification from South Plains College and then worked as a plumber in Follow us the Lubbock area. His knowledge and skills have been a on Twitter great asset to the camp saving them thousands of dollars on for breaking repairs. news, Panfork offers an array of outdoor activities and worweather and ship opportunities from two different zip lines to a swimcommunity ming pool and prayer garden. Additional recreational opportunities include campfires, climbing walls, basketball courts and a softball field, sand volleyball courts, target range, horseshoes gaga ball, hiking, and the newly popuTherapyRespite Services and Care lar archery tag. Paddle boats, Secure Unit canoes and fishing are waterwww.creativesolutionsinhealthcare.com Where caring is front options. The indoor rec our calling hall offers cards, dominoes Skilled nursing staff and board games and includes provides 24 hour, four ping pong tables and two seven day a week care foosball tables as well as a Respite Care new addition of carpet ball. Jonathan Mingle The low ropes course zip Administrator line goes across the Panther 1506 Childress • Wellington, TX Creek which runs through (806) 447-2513 the camp and feeds the pond. creativesolutionsinhealthcare.com According to their website, the low ropes course has an Therapy Services and Secure Unit Where caring is our calling Skilled nursing staff provides 24 hour, seven day a week care Janet Brown, Administrator 1506 Childress • Wellington, Tx. • (806) 447-2513

additional 15’ rock wall with a 400’ zip line. The majority of the low ropes course is designed for team building. The low elements are made up of games, initiatives and low ropes elements that require the participation of six or more people. Games are used to facilitate interaction of group members and to encourage people to have a great time. Initiatives are challenging tasks that require the entire team to work together in order to complete the goal. The low ropes elements utilize structures that bring people off the ground from four inches to three feet and require focus and team work. “We want Panfork to be a year round camp,” added Williams. “That is our goal.” They recently hosted a pastor’s retreat and two different women’s events. Over 200 attendees came to the adult day the first Friday in May. Williams and Dixon are excited to be hosting a Winter Retreat for teenagers coming up February 19-20 of next year. “We’ve had many different denominations come and use the camp including Baptists, Catholics, Assembly of God and non-denominational churches in the recent years,” said Williams. One of Williams and Dixon’s favorite camp is Special Friends. “For the Special Friends Camp the mostly adult attendees come from different group homes in the area and some from their homes,” said Williams. “They are a joy to be around and minister to.” Four full camps for teenagers and pre-teens are held each summer. With two rounds of each session, one of the Kids Camps for the preteens this summer will have Shaggy the Clown as Camp Pastor. Cory Devivo, a chalk artist pastored one of the preteen camps last year and will return this coming summer. Williams is looking forward to having Mike Thibodeaux and Dave Edwards come and pastor the two Youth Camps in 2016. The four and five day camps even have live bands that lead worship! The other weeks of the camp are filled with other churches and denominations doing their own camps at Panfork. “Our goal is to have something going every day during the summer - our money making time, as well as our greatest time of ministry” added Dixon. “And we want to bring in traffic all through the year.” In addition to the many salvations Panfork Camp has instigated, they’ve recently had six youth commit to full time ministry. Panfork is currently recruiting Summer Ministry Staff for the upcoming summer. Those 16 to 25 years old, upper high school and college age can apply for the 19 Summer Ministry Staff positions available. Trained in a discipleship program, staff is encouraged to invest in the lives of the youth to grow in Christ with the campers. Owned by the Top O’ Texas Baptist Association, Panfork cabins have retained the names of area churches that originally built them - Central Baptist Pampa, Lefors, McLean, Shamrock - just to name a few. Plans are being made to construct 20 motel rooms and a new worship center with a basement. Williams hopes to build most of the new building with volunteer la-



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bor groups such as The Texas Baptist Men Builders and Campers on Mission. With part of the money already raised, volunteer labor will make a big difference in the total cost. In the meantime hunters and families make their reservations and stop in from time to time. Amazing Grace has four rooms with king size beds and private baths making anyone feel at home. A tax exempt facility, Panfork Baptist Encampment is funded by private donors as well as the churches in the Association. Donations can be mailed to 4530 CR 210, Wellington TX 79095. Funds can be designated for the general budget or the new facilities. For more information visit panfork.org, email [email protected] or call 806-447-2627 and leave a message.

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From Page 1 Health are available for consult around the clock and can potentially eliminate the need for transport to Children’s Medical Center Dallas while also offering pediatric-specific insight to the care and treatment for kids. “Technology like what we’re doing is going to change healthcare for the better,” Henderson said. John Galligan, Systems Security Officer, recently oversaw a campus-wide technology upgrade which improved speed, security and efficiency for the hospital’s internet service giving priority to TeleNICU in the process. “We were able to make this thing work like it’s supposed to,” said Galligan, putting the upgrade in layman’s terms. He explained that the equipment sets a priority on the network automatically. “We’ve connected this hospital in real time to 50 neonatal doctors,” Galligan added. CRMC will try and use the equipment in other aspects of healthcare from cancer treatments to dialysis. Recently, the equipment was used in the Emergency Room officially adding TeleER to the hospital’s fastgrowing resume. “We will try to use it as it pertains to any illness,” Henderson said. New CRMC CFO Kevin Lattimer first brought the idea to Henderson around the time he came to Childress from Lubbock months ago and a plan was quickly put in place to take advantage of federal funds. meaning the system would be budget neutral for the hospital. CRMC was able to fund the system through the Network Access Improvement Program (NAIP), a federally funded program. CRMC COO Holly Holcomb said in emergency situations, it usually takes 15 minutes to see a specialist. Right now, TeleNICU and TeleER are able to put local patients in front of a specialist in three minutes. “I think if you’re a young family in Childress and you can be in front of a specialist in three minutes, that’s going to give that family piece of mind,” said Holcomb. CRMC is establishing relationships with other hospitals they will be able to network with giving the hospital even more capability.

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CHILDRESS — Childress County and Childress County Sheriff Michael Pigg have been named in a lawsuit filed on behalf of former deputy Lisa Gonzalez Stalcup, by her attorney Cheryl Smith of Fort Worth. In a phone interview on Thursday morning, Smith said her client was fired without cause. “Ms. Stalcup was approved to use time off via the Family and Medical Leave Act. When she returned to work, Sheriff Pigg stated he did not want her to come back and at that time terminated her.” Matt D. Matzner, of Crenshaw, Dupree & Milam from Lubbock, is representing Childress County in the lawsuit. “I am not at liberty to comment on this case because it is pending litigation,” stated Matzner. “We

have yet to issue a response to the lawsuit.” According to the Family Medical Leave Act, the only reason an employee would not have a job after coming back to work would be a financial or business decision, which this was not, according to Smith. “The issues are fairly clear cut,” stated Smith. When asked if this was a case of “he said, she said” Smith said that was hard to say. “I really don’t believe that is the issue, because Ms. Stalcup was out on documented leave. When she returned, she was fired.” Smith said this is about her client being wrongfully terminated. “Most of these cases are resolved without trial,” Smith stated. “My client has requested a jury trial and as of now, it would go to trial in August of 2016. Of course, if the two sides could come to some kind of resolution, a trial would not be necessary.”

Council tables action on JRCA

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CHILDRESS —  After a presentation from Junior Rodeo Cowboy Association member Leslie Bruce, the Childress City Council tabled action on naming Childress as one of the cities in the JRCA’s 2016 circuit. Bruce made the presentation at the council’s Thursday, Dec. 10 meeting. JRCA is looking to replace their Woodward, Okla. rodeo with one in a more central location for all their members. With a new event center and a good geographical location, the association felt Childress was the perfect fit. “We have approximately 180 families involved in JRCA. By hosting the rodeo, the potential economic impact on the city could be really good,” Bruce stated.

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Bruce shared a report from Clarendon’s EDC, which estimated an economic impact in their community of $250 to $300 per family. “That number could be much larger if the rodeo is in Childress, because of the large amount of businesses in town compared to Clarendon.” Exposure to the facility was another selling point for Bruce as most families in the association have rodeo connections. “Everyone is a part of another group,” Bruce said. “You could get a second or third booking from this one event.” For Childress to host the event, JRCA is seeking use of the arena and outdoor arena for Friday and Saturday of May 2016 and a sponsorship fee of $7,500, which could possibly be paid via HOT tax. Bruce then fielded questions from council members regarding the specifics of the sponsorship. Councilwoman Lee Ann Dean asked, “Do you have a contract on these rodeos each year?” Bruce said the contract would be up to the city and the JRCA. Questions regarding admission fees, concessions and retainer fees were also discussed before the board decided to discuss the issue in executive session. City Manager Bryan Tucker spoke about the council’s decision to table the request at this time. “I think the big thing for us is to try and negotiate the terms a bit better.” He continued saying, “That is the hanging point, but I will say as of Friday, Dec. 12, we had already made quite a bit of progress regarding that.” Tucker said the issue will be on the January 14, 2016 agenda, at which time the council will revisit the issue and discuss any new developments. See JRCA Page 3A

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Childress Postmaster Ricky Smith, left, and postal customer Cary Preston, visit in the lobby of the Post Office.

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CHILDRESS — In March of 1985, Ricky Smith began his career with the Childress Post Office. Over the past 30 years, Smith’s duties included everything from carrier and clerk to assisting previous Postmasters. On Saturday, Dec. 12, Smith stepped into his new role as the Postmaster, a position 30 years in the making. “When I started here, I was a carrier and clerk. Over the years, I’ve done just about everything,” Smith stated. A graduate of Childress High School, Smith has always called Childress home and never felt the calling to move to a big city. “I had a lot of friends who moved away from Childress and years later, they fought to get back here,” he said with a grin. “I consider myself lucky to have been named to this position, because a lot of times people have to move if they want to advance with a company.” “I really believe Childress is a great place to raise a family,” he said. “Small towns have their perks. You grow up here and know everyone and everyone knows you.” Smith said helping others is something he enjoys about his job. “I’ve been called at two in the morning to help someone get their wallet out of the mailbox out front,” he said. “Other times, people have dropped their keys or other items in the box when dropping their mail in, but I’ve never

minded helping, because that’s my job.” Change has been the one constant in the mail business and Smith has seen many over the years. “The biggest change is the volume of letters we process each day,” he stated. “People just don’t write letters like they used to.” Once the Internet exploded, people found a new way to communicate, but the post office has seen an increase in the number of parcels they handle. “Online business for parcels have turned out to be really good for us,” expressed Smith. “Now we have real time tracking, which allows us to see information about the package as soon as it is processed in the system. We’ve come a long way from sorting everything manually.” Currently, the Childress Post Office has 11 employees and several contract employees. Smith can retire in several years, but as of now, he is happy in his new position and is looking forward to serving the community. Smith and his wife Beverly have two daughters, Jenica Hightower and husband Cory who live in Childress and Jessica Clark and husband Sheridan who reside in Lufkin. They are grandparents to Cash and Brody and have another grandson on the way. “This has been a long time coming and I’m really happy with how things worked out,” he ended.

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The Childress Women’s Council Junior Members brought some holiday cheer to the campus of Childress Elementary on Friday, Dec. 11 as they donated gloves and hats for the winter to be placed in the Council’s Shoe Closet, located on the campus. Accepting the gift from the Junior Members were CES students from left, front: Hadlee Fore, Jayden Ibarra, Colton Hewitt, Cabel McAnear, Joselyn Duran, Lani Wyatt, Brooks Wall, Isaiah Gonzales; second row: Brooke Pierce, Kennedy Smithwick, Abigail Cano, Samson Vasquez; third row: Junior Members: Tori Branson, Cadeja Reyes, Candace Bledsoe, Miranda Munoz, Maryssa Rodriguez, Bailey Martinez, Sheyenne Dunn; fourth row: Chanda King, Sydni Crouch, Riley Ticer, Addison Hightower; fifth row: Ciara Trevino, Carly McMinn, Dasia Pettigrew, Savinni Alvarado, Lydia Bailey, Jasmine Torres, Beth Ridens, Kala Garcia, Andrea Vasquez; back: Amanda Jesse, Paige Thomas, Katrina Lopez, Kendalyn Ferguson, Kenzi McClendon, Kirstee Cameron and Samantha Vitela.

ODOT increases highway surface By Everett Brazil, III The Red River Sun

HOLLIS — The Highway 30-Highway 9 junction north of Hollis is typically a quiet intersection in central Harmon County, seeing only a handful of cars passing through during the day. But motorists traveling the area Dec. 8-9 saw delays as the Harmon County district of the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) was on the scene to increase the highway’s shoulders for the safety of the traveling public. The work is part of the Harmon County ODOT’s winter work, according to Supervisor Steve Page. The goal is to increase safety for the motorists by adding extra highway on the edges. “The more road you have, the safer it is. You have more highway,” he said. The Harmon County ODOT yard has worked for several years to increase the edges of the highways in the county, which also include U.S. Highway 62 and State Highway 5, going south of Gould. The most recent project went from the junction to the Salt Fork of the Red River. “The 15-mile stretch should take two weeks between Hollis and the Junction, but we already did part of it,” Page said. The Harmon County district received help from regional yards, including Beckham County, as well as Clinton, Okla., “We have a special highway maintenance crew out of the Clinton headquarters, Beckham County, out of Sayre (Okla.), and us. There are three units working on it,” he said. The work is performed by several pieces of equipment, including graders, trucks and brooms. A road grader begins to work with a special blade attachment that prepares the

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ODOT equipment from Harmon County and Beckham County lay new asphalt on State Highway 30 at the State Highway 9 Dec. 9. ODOT added the asphalt to widen the shoulder, making it safer for motorists.

should for the asphalt. “They go in and have a special cutter blade they put on the road grader, and it rolls the dirt out,” he said. Several trucks them begin unloading the asphalt along the side of the road. Asphalt piles were stationed at the junction as well as the river. The truck was followed by more equipment that pushed it off the highway while compacting it. “They load the trucks with asphalt, and string it down the road, and another grader rolls to over into the ditch, and then you have a loaded truck behind him,” Page said. “A broom truck comes be sweeping it all in.” There is only so much they can add to the shoulder, as they have to take into mind bridges and waterways, many of which were installed before the modern highway system was instituted. That means they have to accommodate narrower areas on the road. “These little rural, two-lane highways don’t have a shoulder, so we’re going to add a shoulder,” Page said. “For the boxes, we can’t go over wider with our shoulders because if we do, we have to narrow it and put up signs at each box, so we can’t go wide on the shoulder because there are so many of the boxes,” Page said. Once all highways are fin-

ished, the roads will be safer for the traffic and will allow more room to motorists to be able to pull over on the side of the road. “When you’re traveling down these roads, you have a little more surface, you have room to pull off,” Page said.

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The council unanimously approved the appointment of Lynn Daniels and John Lott to the Childress Economic Development board. City Code Officer Randall Hendricks presented three requests from planning and zoning. The first was from Jim Boles requesting time to repair and bring up to code the house located at 411 8th SW. The council voted to give Boles six month to fix the roof, windows, doors and work on the outside. The second request was from Kelly Garrett requesting variance on 20% depth setback in the northwest corner of property located behind Greenbelt Plaza. The request was approved. The final request was from Larry and Liz Jones requesting closure of streets which run through their property. The council granted the request.

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rust in the mainstream media is dismal. Less than 30 percent trust it. Before discussing this topic, perhaps it would be good to define what the MSM is. In a nutshell, I’d say it is mass media: CBS, NBC, ABC (as well as all affiliates on regular TV, cable TV, radio, websites, etc…), major U.S. newspapers and their websites, and major weekly and monthly news magazines and their websites. The MSM controls the news narrative and it is nearchris ly entirely comprised by leftmorons incapable, Blackburn leaning or fearful, of the truth. I guess it goes without saying that you can throw me in there with the 70 percent that think the MSM is full of it. The MSM has probably always been somewhat liberal, but years ago, they at least tried to be objective. That’s what true journalism is … letting the facts tell a story with zero political slant. While the MSM pretends to be objective, they clearly are not. Example: Hilary Clinton’s handling of sensitive information through an unsecured server while serving as Secretary of State and her subsequent lies to federal authorities is criminal. Have you heard anyone in the MSM say that? The fact is that if you or I had been so sloppy, we’d be brought up on charges, the least of which would be perjury and the greatest of which would be treason. Despite endangering the lives of Americans and even getting Americans killed, I highly doubt Clinton sees a second in handcuffs. And many brainwashed sheep are actually thankful she won’t. This woman makes President Richard Nixon’s Watergate scandal look like a Boy Scout retreat. When President Obama and John Kerry brokered arguably the worst deal in the history of the planet with Iran, how many MSM outlets raised tough questions? The actual narrative of the deal was given by the White House and the MSM just climbed right onboard.

Beyond the ridiculous policies and executive orders shoved down our throats by the president, the MSM is the real reason for the division in this country. They are culpable for everything bad happening on the world stage. Do you know why? BECAUSE THEY HAVE FAILED TO TELL THE AMERICAN PEOPLE THE TRUTH! When we let terrorists into this country and don’t even check their Social Media footprint, that should be the story of the day. It shows so much stupidity and ignorance that it’s hard to believe. But have you heard that mentioned? Slowly, Americans are waking up. You would not see a Donald Trump rise to the top of the GOP field if Americans were not angry and tired of the PC culture Liberals and the MSM have cultivated. Had the MSM been honest with the American people on how weak Obama and his policies actually are, things like San Bernardino never happens. It’s also likely that we would not have Obamacare and the PC BS would be nothing but a distant memory. Instead, we do have this nonsense. We do have a divisive country. We do have people in ’ve been known to rail against meaningless charge of our security who do not have a clue and/or deceptive platitudes: “We wish him about keeping us secure. well,” for instance, when referring to a deThe sad thing is many more Americans will parting employee. The real meaning is “May die on our own soil because of our idiotic PC he burn in hell.” There’s also “Thank you for policies. asking,” which translates My prayer for this country is that even more to “It’s really none of your Americans continue to wake up to the fact that business.” the MSM is corrupt. I hope they turn on them But let’s add a truly inand force them to regain their credibility. sidious one to the lot; we’ve The mindset of Americans needs to be been seeing it over and over changed. We should be teaching our children again as Americans are that they are fortunate to be living in this country killed or maimed by crazy and why they are fortunate to be living here. people firing guns: “Our It is long past time for a leader to materialize BOB thoughts and prayers are who makes Americans proud of their country, with the family” yada, yada our heritage and what we’ve overcome. It’s an FRANKEN yada. The New York Daily incredible story when the truth is told. News got it right with its startling headline: “God Copyright 2015 Isn’t Fixing This.” Chris Blackburn serves as CEO at Blackburn Media That was after the slaughter in San BernarGroup, proud owner of The Red River Sun, The Floyd dino, California, and after the lineup of craven County Hesperian-Beacon, The Knox County Newspolitical leaders cybermumbled or tweeted their Courier and The Post Dispatch. He can be reached by email at [email protected] and you can robotic “thoughts and prayers” messages. But that just isn’t going to cut it. Beseeching a higher power won’t solve the big problem here, the lack of action by our lower powers; it won’t stop the crazy people from getting their hands on readily available, hand-held weapons of mass destruction. By now most of us have seen the statistic: In 2015 alone, there have been more than 350 “mass like politicians -- because they are politicians, shootings,” defined as a shooting that results in and good ones. four or more people being killed or wounded. If the race eventually winnows down to a RuAnd considering how easy it is to get lethal firebio-Cruz fight, it will feature supremely skilled power, it’s probably not a bit surprising. campaigners who are eloquent and sure-footed Reflexively we blame the National Rifle Asand represent the best next-generation politisociation, that incredibly powerful lobbying orcians the party has to offer. A Cruz-Rubio race ganization backed by the arms merchants, which would play as grass roots vs. the establishment, effectively blocks through intimidation even although Rubio in the establishment slot would minimally rational controls on the ability to buy be an enormous victory for the tea party, which over the years has backed some flagrantly unsuitable candidates. There is no doubt that the two are now positioned differently. From the beginning of his Senate career, Cruz has focused on bonding with the grass roots of the party, while Rubio sponsored a misbegotten immigration bill that hasn’t been forgotten or forgiven by conservatives. Cruz is working from the right of the party out (he’s strongest among self-identified very conservative voters), and Rubio is working from the center of the party out (he’s strongest among self-identified somewhat conservatives). There are doubts about both of them. Is Cruz electable? Can Rubio be trusted on immigration? Does Cruz lack a winning personal touch? Is Rubio too youthful-looking? And Donald Trump can’t be wished away. If Trump wins Iowa, it will indeed be like the First Bull Run of the Republican civil war. Regardless, the race is still highly unpredictable, and the last couple of weeks before Iowa and New Hampshire always bring surprises. But Republicans hyperventilating over Trump should pause long enough to appreciate the steady rise of two conservative 40-somethings who represent the party’s future.

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funny thing is happening on the way to the GOP meltdown. According to the latest Quinnipiac poll, the two most popular and broadly acceptable candidates in the field are perhaps the most talented and most reliably conservative. Oh, and by the way, they are Hispanics in their 40s. Donald Trump is still leading the polls and has demonstrated a staying power that has confounded his critics, but Marco RuRICH bio and Ted Cruz are now beginning to stand out in LOWRY the rest of the field, clustering with Ben Carson in effectively a three-way tie for second place nationally. According to the latest Quinnipiac poll, Rubio and Cruz have the highest net favorable ratings in the race at 58 percent and 56 percent, respectively. Only 5 percent of Republicans say they wouldn’t consider voting for Rubio, and 6 percent say that of Cruz, the lowest numbers in the field (Trump and Jeb Bush are unacceptable to the most Republicans, at 26 percent and 21 percent, respectively). Unlike with Trump or Carson, explaining the emergence of Rubio and Cruz doesn’t require figuring out why the laws of political gravity have been suspended or psychoanalyzing GOP voters. They are advancing in a completely typical track. They both have thought about running for president for a very long time. They both paid their dues -- Cruz in the George W. Bush campaign and administration; Rubio in the Florida House. They both serve in a body, the U.S. Senate, that practically exists as a steppingstone to the White House. They both look, talk and act

Rich Lowry is editor of the National Review. (c) 2015 by King Features Synd., Inc.

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and possess these death machines. Perhaps the real blame should be heaped on the politicians who do not dare entertain any restrictions or qualifications under threat of NRA jackboots. For instance, as nutty as it sounds, a person on the terrorist watch list, who is not allowed to fly, can purchase a gun. Just one day after the San Bernardino butchery, Senate Republicans killed and amendment that would have corrected this lethal absurdity. One could contend that the NRA as well as the politicians they control are accomplices in the massacres. But one also could argue that we all are. There are 300 million guns privately held in the United States. Not only that, but millions of us would go bonkers if anyone infringed on our right to keep them, as so carelessly enshrined in our Constitution. The result is that we have become a very scary nation. President Barack Obama, plaintively said after the Planned Parenthood bloodshed (remember that one, just a few days before San Bernardino -- it’s hard to keep track), plaintively said, “We can’t let it become normal.” As a country, we have a perverted relationship with guns. There have been many theories advanced about what they represent to Americans, but my preference is that we are frightened, feeling powerless in the face of sinister forces, and that lethal weaponry offers courage to the timid. How pathetic. How dangerous. Imagine the families who deal with the loss of loved ones who were snuffed out by a psychopath while just going about their lives. It’s impossible to imagine how crushing their agony is. “Thoughts and prayers” won’t make that go away. Sanity over guns might help. And a little courage. (c) 2015 Bob Franken Distributed by King Features Synd.

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5:8) Jesus was God’s gift not to the deserving, not to the Jews, but to everyone. (Colossians 3:11) Yet on Black Friday, a Walmart worker was killed because people couldn’t wait to save a few dollars here and there. Another person was killed over a toy. And just a few years back, the Tickle Me Elmo fiascle brought out the worst in people. People who seem to have forgot that love isn’t hurting another to give your child what they want, but rather to do what is right and moral. (1 Corinthians 13:6) And they seem to have forgotten that Christmas isn’t just about showing love for those you care for, but for those who are undeserving, and those you do not even know. Just as God came to die, for those who were undeserving, and those who He did not know in a spiritual relationship. (Luke 13:25) Today, let us remember the true meaning of Christmas... Peace on Earth, Good will toward Men, for the Savior has come to show us how to love, and to give us the greatest gift of love. (John 15:13) Instead of buying fancy toys, think of how you can give to those who would normally go without. Ask yourself how you can help out others who are not as fortunate as you. Show them the true meaning of Christmas, the gift of God’s love (John 13:34), and love others as God first loved you. (1 John 4:19)

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Chiropractic Corner

Quite a few of my patients tell me that their back pain is worse when they have to stand for long periods. Usually they stand quite a bit at work or at their kids’ games/activities on the weekends but it is this standing that either exacerbates their pain or is the root cause. Getting adjusted puts everything back in place and these patients feel better but since they will be going back to work or standing for long periods it is just a matter of time before the misalignments and pain return, unless they do something different. If you suffer from pain that is brought on by standing here are a few things you can do to help. Keep moving –Movement is important in keeping your spine healthy and can reduce muscle fatigue in the back. By finding time to walk instead of standing in one place can give these muscles a chance to rest. Stretch out - Research confirms that frequent brief rest periods or breaks help to reduce Daren muscle fatigue and discomfort. Gentle stretchOVERMILler ing during a break will help to ease muscle tension and improve circulation. Proper posture - Pay attention to how you stand. Avoid twisting the lower back when reaching. Move your feet so that your whole posture changes instead. We all have heard “lift with your legs” or “bend at the knees, not your back” and these are absolutely true. When bending and lifting at the waist there is a much greater strain placed on the muscle of the back so avoid this whenever possible. Sit when possible – If walking doesn’t allow for relief then try leaning or sitting when you can. Leaning on a solid support, such as a stool, helps to reduce muscle fatigue. But try not to sit for too long either as movement for many people is a great benefit, so try to walk when possible. Keep your back strong and flexible - Exercising to strengthen your back allows the muscle to work longer before getting tired and keep them from going into a spasm. Talk to your doctor or a personal trainer to get specific exercises. Stretching exercises like Yoga are a great way help maintain flexibility. Get adjusted – If you are having ongoing pain when standing the spine will likely require treatment before any of these changes can make a substantial difference. When the spine is properly aligned the muscles can work as efficiently as possible. It is then that strengthening and stretching are also their most beneficial. Proper alignment for the joints will also reduce wear and tear and prevent pain as well.

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Cemetery Association conducts heater raffle

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Wellington Cemetery Association will draw for one of two patio heaters on Dec. 16 at noon. This drawing will take place in front of Adams Funeral Home and you do not have to be present to win. The $1 tickets can be purchased from any of the following Association Board Members: Caren Sieli Hale, Shannon Roberson West, LaNita Day, Karen McDanel Keeler, Howard Murdock, Dale Day, Ashley Williams Long, Charlotte Masten Stephens, Edalaine Neubauer, Chester D. Fowler, Angel McConnell Fowler or Diann Williams. Tickets will remain in th hopper for the drawing in January for the other patio heaters. The Association would like to thank Larry Adams for his generous donation of the heaters and his continuous support.

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Service Club kicks off ticket sales Courtesy photo for The Sun

The Wellington Community Service Club will feature a chili supper on Friday, Jan. 8, 2016. The dinner will be served at the WHS Commons in the high school gym. Serving will be begin at 4:30 with dine-in or carry out available. Tickets are $7 each and can be purchased from any club member. Profits will be donated to local charity organizations. Members Mark Lemons, left and Matt Needham received their chili supper tickets at the meeting last Friday.

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Lucas Flooring crew members Tim Peckler, left, Owner Jake Lucas and Evaristo Espinoza laid the floor and wall tile earlier in December for the Wellington Lions Club Kitchen Renovation Project at the Bura Handley Community Building. The transformed kitchen is nearing completion.

Gather records to file accurate tax return, maximize deductions Special to The Sun

DALLAS — Well-organized records make it easier to prepare an accurate income tax return next filing season. The Internal Revenue Service encourages individuals to gather the adequate documents that can also help provide answers if their return is selected for an audit or to prepare a response if they receive an IRS notice. “It’s important to keep records throughout the year so you can file a complete return,” said Clay Sanford, an IRS spokesman.  “Plus, you don’t want to forget something that could have qualified for a tax deduction.” If the IRS ever questions an item on a taxpayer’s return,

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Hollis Flowers and Gifts employees Kathy Robinson, left, Gena Fancher and Angela Cunningham welcomed the community Dec. 9 for their annual Open House, allowing customers a chance to meet the employees as well as shop for Christmas gifts.

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HOLLIS — Many people gathered in the Harmon County Historical Museum the evening of Nov. 30 to participate the Museum’s annual meeting and open house, and were simultaneously treated to a special historical presentation as the Harmon County Extension office donated many of their records, some dating back to the late 1920s, to the Museum for safekeeping. The meeting began at 5:30 p.m. with the December board meeting. Board President Kellie Wright opened the meeting and read the Treasurer’s Report, and Maurice Searcey read the Secretary’s Report. Both were accepted by the board. Wright next discussed the preliminary lineup of performers for the Harmon County Country Christmas Show, which was held Dec. 6. The minutes from the 2014 board meeting were read, and it was decided that Leslie Ewing would be a new board member. The full board members and officers will be decided at the January 2016 meeting. The board next moved into the 2015 meeting. Wright presented the program, which consisted of a donation of Harmon County Extension documents, including newsletters, for safekeeping at the Museum. The Museum will store the physical documents, while digital versions will be housed at the Extension office. Several retired Extension leaders were present at the meeting, including Zen Stinchcomb, Anna Aguilar, Alvilda Ortiz and Lynda Burns, who served as the Harmon County Extension

Family and Consumer Sciences and 4-H Educator from 1994-2006. The documents had been stored in boxes at the office, but due to lack of space, Burns temporarily stored some of the boxes at her house. A team consisting of Burns, Aguilar, Wright and Stinchcomb, along with Becky Luna and Jeannette Coaly, met in 2010 to begin the process of digitizing them. “We had these reports that we had done, and because of them, we decided to donate them to the Museum, and we scanned them onto a flash drive so (the office) can have it, but they had no place to store it,” Burns said. There was a variety of information held within the documents, some discussing agriculture from 1928. “It also contained information about 4-H, HCE and farm reports that they did,” Wright said. “They did agricultural projects to help farmers keep pests form getting in the crops, so it documents everything that they did. We are still working on scanning more of them and putting them into binders.” Wright entertained the audience by reading many of the reports, and some in attendance found they were referenced many times in the binders. The Museum is proud to house to collection, as it will provide a safe storage location for them, and will also allow the community to view them. “These books contain as much, or more history, about Harmon County than anything else we’ve ever gotten, and it’s so important we keep the history of the Museum so people can come in and see what happened in our agriculture communities from 1928-the 1970s,” Wright said.

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Harmon County Historical Society President Kellie Wright presented a program of donating special documents from the Harmon County Extension office to the museum during the annual meeting Nov. 30.

Christmas show

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After years of of sitting on the Childress County Courthouse lawn, the old nativity scene was replaced with a new one, purchased by private donations. The new nativity will be available for viewing on the north side of the courthouse throughout the remainder of the holiday season.

Inmans tell Santa their Christmas wishes

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The Harmon County Kids Choir performs the finale at the Harmon County Historical Society’s annual Harmon County Country Music Show, held Dec. 6 at the Hollis High School auditorium. The Society holds the event each December to bring Christmas spirit to the community while allowing many people to share in the spirit through music and song. The Society also drew Rita Firpo as the winner of the hand-stitched quilt fundraiser. Firpo was not available at the show. Front row, from left, Baker Riley, Victoria Duran, Jaxon Dugger and Jenny Joy Pantoja. Back row, Peyton Dugger, Sebastian Duran, Jaxon Wright, Josh Theademan and Presley Riley.

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Lawson Inman, 6 years old and his sister Ava Kate, 4 and brother Jack, 2 along with their parents, Amy and Luke Inman of Wellington visited with Santa at the Collingsworth County Museum on Dec. 3. Photos of the kids with Santa are ready to be picked up at the Museum at 824 East Avenue from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Take time to see the special Christmas collection displays!.

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Mallorye De Ann Pierce and Carl G. Montecino, III exchanged marriage vows in a double ring, beach ceremony in front of immediate family at six o’clock on Saturday evening, October 10, 2015. The wedding took place at the Pearl Resort in South Padre Island. The bride is the daughter of Larry and Sharon Johnson of Childress. She is the granddaughter of Richard and Helen Proffitt, Shirley Johnson and the late Robert Johnson, all of Childress. The groom is the son of Carl and Lori Montecino, II of New Orleans, La. and Randy and Christine Richard of Church Point, La. He is the grandson of Bobby and Norma Richard and the late Joseph and Wilma Thibodeaux and the late Carl and Gayle Montecino, Sr. Chrissy Pierice of Childress served as the matron of honor for her sister-inlaw and longtime friend. Bridesmaids were Tiffany Montecino, sister of the groom, Larin Boles, sister of the bride, Lauron Johnson, sister-in-law of the bride and Kim Monceaux, sister of the groom. The bride’s attendants wore different styles of dresses in midnight blue. They carried bouquets of long-stemmed orange roses tied with midnight blue ribbon. Brad Lavergne of Church Point, La. served as best man. Groomsmen were

Zach Pierce, brother of the bride, J Boles, brother-inlaw of the bride, Landon Johnson, brother of the bride and Brandon Monceaux, brother-in-law of the groom. The bride was given in marriage by her father, Larry. She chose a highlow beach wedding gown featuring a bodice embellished with crystals, sequins and seed pearls. She wore a diamond necklace and diamond drop earrings, borrowed from her mother. The bride carried a wreath bouquet of roses, lilies and calla lilies in orange, red and yellow. Immediately following the exchange of vows, the couple and their guests were honored with a dinner and dance on the beach front deck at the resort. Entertainment was provided by the bride’ brotherin-law, J Boles. The bride’s tierred cake was decorated with burlap ribbon, tiny orange flowers and a bride and groom beach scene topper. The cake topper was given to the bride by her brother, Zach. A rehearsal dinner was hosted at Louie’s Bar & Restaurant, by Randy and Christine Richard, parents of the groom, the evening prior to the wedding. Guests were treated to a seafood buffet. The couple remained in South Padre Island for their honeymoon. They will make their home in Louisiana.

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WELLINGTON — The Senior 4-H Club met on Oct. 26 with members Myka Kelch, Megan Cardenas, Maycin Stanley, Ryeleigh Stanley, Isabela Pereira, Elisa Gonzales, Shanee Popwell, Royce Harris and Club Manager Gina Harris present. Members elected officers and planned their meetings and events for the 4-H year. Officers elected were as follows: President - Royce Harris; Vice-President Megan Cardenas; Secretary - Elisa Gonzales; Treasurer - Maycin Stanley; Reporter - Shanee Popwell; Council Delegates - Myka Kelch, Isabela Pereira and Ryeleigh Stanley. Members decided to focus on community service and leadership in meetings and activities this year. Activities planned include a canned food scavenger hunt, an etiquette dinner, minute-to-win-it leadership games, preparing food for Meals on Wheels and making bags of goodies to give to CPS. Twenty three members of the Clover Kids program met on Nov. 10 for their regular monthly meeting at the school cafeteria. Program Assistant Tammy Rodriguez called the meeting to order and led the activity of decorating mini pumpkins into turkeys for the Wellington Care Center. Sawyer Smith led the U.S. Pledge, Brecklyn Powell the 4-H Motto and Kenady Skelton the 4-H Pledge. Refreshments were provided by Troy Molina to the following members: Eliya Pena, Kenady Skelton, Brecklyn Powell, Sawyer Smith, Dahmian Salinas, Robert Peters, Jeremiah Hamby, Natalia Pena, Anna Henard, Anna Granadoz, Bailey Page, Mayra Moreno, Ryder Donham, Nate Ponder, Aison Skelton, Court Donham, Jacy Lampe, Sabrina Segovia, Jasmin Moreno, Jake Chandler, Maddox Rodriguez and Hayes Carter. Twenty-two members of the Wellington 4-H Sparklers Club also met on Nov. 10 for their monthly meeting at the Collingsworth County Library. The meeting was led and called to order by President Summer Owens. Vice-President Jossaline Moreno led members in the U.S. Pledge and Reporter Shaylee Neeley led the 4-H Motto and Pledge. Members then split into two groups to complete separate Thanksgiving crafts and gifts for the Assisted Living and Courthouse employees. Half-

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Members of 4-H sold hot chocolate and coffee at the “Lighting of the Square” on Dec. 3. Three year old Emma Zaragoza, front left, makes her purchase from Megan Cardenas and back, Isabela Pereira, Myka Kelch, Program Assistant Tammy Rodriguez and County Agent Katy White.

way through the meeting groups switched so each group participated in both activities. Thanksgivingthemed placemats were drawn for the Assisted Living residents for their Thanksgiving meal and Nutter Butter “Acorns” were assembled for the courthouse employees. Members present for the meeting were: Israel Acosta, Cecilia Granadoz, Audrey Jones, TJ Salinas, Tristan Hamby, Asher Sever, Carson Tarver, Marcus Lopez, Eric Rodriguez, Kearstyn Molina, Lili Rodriguez, Shaylee Neeley, Tandy Blacksher, Summer Owens, Jossaline Moreno, Rileigh Henard, Christell Melendez, Kaitlin Bawcom, Kendra Bawcom, Shylee Gulley, Arianna Pena and Gracie Lampe. Seventeen Members of the Wellington Junior High 4-H Club met on Nov. 10 too for their monthly meeting at the SCS Building. The meeting was led and called to order by President Luis Moreno. Dani Ponder led the group in the U.S. Pledge and Trey Lopez led the 4-H Motto and Pledge. The activity for the evening was a city-wide scavenger hunt for canned goods. The canned goods collected were donated to the Food Pantry. Four teams of four 4-H members and one adult driver were formed and the race began. Teams had 45 minutes to collect as many items as possible with extra points being awarded for items on the “Scavenger Hunt List” and points being deducted for every minute they were late showing back up at the SCS building. Over 200 canned goods were collected through the hunt! Members present for the scavenger hunt were: Bryanna Medel, EJ Hamby, Parker O’Rear, Creed Riley, John Holcomb, Jayla Kilgore, Kimber Bawcom, Annika Sever, Suzi Lopez, Trey Lopez, Kenna Darrow, Dani Ponder, Jaden McDanel, Celeste Melendez, Emma Jones, Eva Moreno and Trey Tillman. A big thank you goes out to our drivers for the race,

Mary Johnson, Brad and Kelly Bawcom and Maria Avalos as well to all those whose house we stopped by! Join us for the community-wide Christmas caroling event on Wednesday, Dec. 16. We will serve chili at the Courthouse before taking a hay ride to the Assisted Living and Care Center. We will then return to the Courthouse for hot chocolate! To participate please bring one canned good item to donate for to the Food Pantry! For December we will not have the regular scheduled meetings due to the holiday season but will

have the annual Christmas caroling on Dec. 16. To join 4-H go to: http://texas.4honline.com and sign up on 4-H Connect. For more information on the county 4-H program please call the county Extension Office at 806-4472313.

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Members of the Childress County 4-H club served breakfast to the Childress County Commissioners before their meeting on Monday, Dec. 14. A variety of breakfast casseroles along with milk, juice and coffee were served to the commissioners by members from left, front: Colee Cox, Maddy Pritt, Sierra Jameson, Sheyenne Dunn; back: Jacob Hayden, Race Fatheree, Dylan Davidson, Haley Jones, Taitlyn Thompson, Aric Vannoy, Jordan Musgrove, and Kadi Malberg.

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Residents of Golden Age Apartments, Hollis, celebrated their annual Christmas Dinner Dec. 11 in the clubhouse. Residents enjoyed good home cooked food and held a raffle for Christmas gifts.

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Colonial Manor II nursing home residents and staff celebrated December birthdays with a special party Dec. 10. Shown are Ebb Orr, left, who will celebrate her 84th birthday Dec. 23 and Madeline McGee, who will be 98 Dec. 30. Also celebrating December birthdays are Wanda Taylor, who turned 83 Dec. 5, and Ann Hays, who will be 71 Dec. 30.

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The 501 Winery in Childress features a retro Christmas tree which has not been seen for many decades in the building. Karlene Barber, 501 employee, found the 50’s era aluminum tree during the remodeling process of the building. The glass ornaments were found alongside the tree in their original box. Untouched for years, the tree symbolizes the past history of a building full of Childress history.

HOLLIS — Customers walking into the Hollis Stockmans Bank lobby will find it decorated for the Christmas season, but one of the Christmas trees is unique, because instead of traditional ornaments, it is covered in little cards for community members to be able to provide Christmas gifts for kids in need. The tree is known as an Angel Tree and helps givers identify a child for a special gift. Names are not listed on the card. Gifts will then be returned to the bank for distribution. “The Angel Tree is a gift tree where we put children on there, their size, their age,” said branch President Jana Bullington. Once presents are collected, they will be distributed a few days before Christmas. The Bank has the opportunity to wrap them, as well, but requests they are returned by Dec. 18. For

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The Angel Tree at Stockmans Bank serves as a way for community members to purchase gifts for local children in need.

more information, contact Stockmans Bank, at (580) 688-2290. “We deliver them a day or two before Christmas, but

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we need them back by the 18 th so we can make sure we have everything,” she said. “We’ll even gift wrap it for you if you need it.”

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The Childress High School FCCLA chapter donated their time wrapping presents for Toys for Tots at their new location in downtown Childress last week. Students giving of their time for the worthy cause are Jacqueline Cox, left, Haley Sanchez, Evelyn Contreras, Elizabeth Drew, Elena Torres, Haley Jones, Angela Medina, Libby Smith and Bailey Martinez.

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MCLEAN — The United Daughters of the Confederacy, Sabine Pass 2459 Chapter met at the Red River Steakhouse in McLean for their Christmas luncheon on Dec. 1. The theme was “I won’t be home for Christmas.” Toy Confederate soldiers lined the table with their Courtesy photo for The Sun

Members of the Sabine Pass Chapter gathered at the Red River Steakhouse for their Christmas luncheon on Dec. 1.

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Texas State Capitol Highlights

Abbott backs Cruz’s filing of legislation addressing refugees AUSTIN — Gov. Greg Abbott was in Washington, D.C., on Dec. 8 to participate in a news conference with U.S. Senator and presidential candidate Ted Cruz, R-Texas, who rolled out his proposed State Refugee Security Act. Abbott said in a Dec. 9 news release that Cruz’s bill “gives states and governors the tools to reject the resettlement of a refugee in that state unless there is adequate assurance that the refugee does not present a security risk.” “America is a charitable nation, but we cannot allow charity for some to compromise security for all,” Abbott said. “Congress intended to give states a substantial role in the refugee resettlement process. The federal government and resettlement agencies have sidestepped that role. My top priority as governor is to keep Texas citizens safe and this legisla-

tion helps me do that,” he added. Cruz’s bill, S. 2363, directs the federal Office of Refugee Resettlement to notify the state agency responsible for coordinating the placement or resettlement of an alien refugee not later than 21 days before the alien’s arrival in the state. The bill states that no alien refugee shall be placed or resettled in a state if the governor certifies to the Office of Refugee Resettlement that it has failed, in the sole determination of the governor, to provide adequate assurance that such person does not present a security risk to the state. On Nov. 25, the Texas Catholic Conference, the public policy voice of Texas’ Catholic bishops, published a statement, saying, “We firmly believe that it is possible to maintain security at home while also welcoming refugees.” TEA chief notes passage

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he will send cities, counties, transit systems and special purpose taxing districts $626.3 million in local sales tax allocations for December, 3 percent less than in December 2014. These allocations are based on sales made in October by businesses that report tax monthly. of act Texas Education Commissioner Michael Williams issued a statement on Dec. 9, following Congress’ final passage of the federal Every Student Succeeds Act, legislation that succeeds the No Child Left Behind Act. Williams said the act “represents a significant shift in education authority away from the federal government and a return of greater control to the state and local level. For Texas, this legislation brings an end to the ongoing requests for federal waivers made necessary by requirements few if any states could ever meet.”

Sales tax revenue decreases Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar on Dec. 9 announced sales tax revenue for the state in November was $2.58 billion, down 3.3 percent compared to November 2014. “Sales tax revenue declined again due to reduced spending in oil and gas-related sectors,” Hegar said. “Remittances from other sectors, including construction, restaurants and retail trade, continued to grow. The net decrease in sales tax receipts is in line with the October Certification Revenue Estimate.” Furthermore, Hegar said,

DPS offers anti-theft tips The Texas Department of Public Safety on Dec. 7 posted a reminder to Texans about the increased potential for vehicle thefts and burglaries during the holiday season and advised the public to take extra precautions, such as: “Never leave your car running unattended, even for a quick visit to a business or store. Never leave keys in the car or ignition, inside a locked garage, or in hide-a-key boxes. Always roll up your windows and lock the car, even if it is parked at your home. When possible, always park in high-traffic, well-

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WOSC schedules pottery, jewelry classes ALTUS — Western Oklahoma State College’s (WOSC) Art Department will offer a series of continuing education classes in the Spring 2016 semester.  Norma Williams, owner of Pleasant Nest Pottery in Mangum,  will teach “Adventures in Clay,” which will focus on the craft of hand building pottery. Students will learn various methods of working clay by hand such as coil, pinch and slab building. This “hands on” class will be held on Jan. 29 and Feb. 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2016 from 12-2:30 p.m. in WOSC’s art wing.  The cost of the class is $185 per student and includes all instruction, glaze and firing costs. A $20 fee for clay and individual tool kit is also charged.  This class is limited to 10 students.   Katy Scroggins, owner of Silver and Stone Designs by KD Enterprises, will instruct Beading 101 and Metal Clay 101 for the series.  Beading 101 will teach students about types of beading wire, beads and closures.  Three projects will be completed in the class that meets Jan. 19 and 26 and Feb. 2, 2016 from 6-8:30 p.m. Cost of the class is $190 plus   $30 for tools. The class size is limited to 10 students.  Scroggins will also teach Metal Clay 101, highlighting a jewelry making technique that employs use of a special clay consisting of small particles of metal and a binder. When the clay is fired, the binder burns away revealing the metal within. 

TxDOT calls for sober rides Texas Department of Transportation’s “Plan While You Can” campaign, launched Dec. 7, urges partygoers to plan for a sober ride now through Jan. 1. The campaign, which runs in tandem with an increase in Texas DPS patrols and enforcement, includes a statewide tour featuring an interactive dodge ball game that uses custom gaming technology to replicate the effects of alcohol on a person’s reflexes.  For more information, visit SoberRides.org.

Gracie is a young female bird dog.  She has all her shots and is spayed.  Gracie was starving and running for her life when she came to us.  She loves cats and children, has good temperament but she is a jumper and needs a home with a tall fence or a country home.  Gracie has been with us for over three years and all she wants for Christmas is her own home and family.  Adopt her through Childress Furever Friends and Rescue 940-5857094.

Hollis residents driving on Fifth Street were forced to detour Dec. 8-11 due to sewer line maintenance between Vivian and Dorothy Streets as Shoestring Enterprises, of Olustee, had the street open to replace the line, which was severely decayed through many years of use. Crews reopened the street Dec. 11.

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Metal Clay will meet Feb. 9, 16, 23 and March 1 and 22, 2016, from 6-9 p.m. Cost of the class is $280. An additional fee of $100 for supplies will also be charged.

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Gene and Brandi Weinette placed their Christmas list with Santa at Foxtales’ Christmas Open House on Dec. 7 in Wellington. Santa sat inside the exquisite “barn” amongst the displays of multi colored furniture and an array of festive textile prints and perfectly stacked stoneware and glasses waiting to serve Janise’s next group of guests. Visit JaniseLangfordDesigns.com, Facebook.com/JaniseLangfordDesigns or contact her at 806-277-0034. Bev Odom/The Red River Sun

Foxtales by Janise Langford Designs entertained friends for an evening of visiting with Santa and renewing old acquaintances on Dec. 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. With a chill in the air, Kathy Fowler, left, and Jan Archer of Memphis chat with Langford and Jane and Richard Sims on the beautifully landscaped patio near the outdoor fireplace. Guests dined on light Hors d’oeuvres and beverages served in the moonlight. Located at 1503 Haskell Street in Wellington, the venue may be available for your next event!

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ESTELLINE — When Roy Stalnaker was growing up in East Texas, he never dreamed he would one day find his home in the small farming community of Estelline, much less be the owner of a restaurant which is gaining popularity in the area. Several years ago, Stalnaker was working in the private sector in Lubbock, but traveled to Estelline to visit a farm owned by his wife’s family. See roy Page 14A

Memphis Drug had their Open House on Tuesday, December 8. Shown from left are the employees of Memphis Drug, Morgan Brdecko, Billie Murdock, Kari Moore, Jana Gonzalez, Owner, Bob Fowler and Jansyn Garcia. Christmas treats were enjoyed by those attending.

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The lobby at Great Plains National Bank, Hollis, was abuzz with activity Dec. 11 as bank employees welcomed customers for their annual Open House. Custmers and other community members were treated to plenty of food and gifts in recognition of their support of the bank. Shown from left are Kayla Taylor, Esther Flores, Elizabeth Saenz, Demetria Campbell, Stefania Lopez and Tina Driver.

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Financial Focus

During this holiday season, you’ll likely be spending money, in various amounts and in various ways. And you can use this experience to teach your children about money management. Here are a few ideas for doing just that: • Stick to a budget. Tell your children you’ve set aside a certain amount of money for gifts and holiday events, such as hosting parties, and that you won’t exceed it. And if you have saved money throughout the year in a special holiday fund, let your kids know about that, too. This information should help impress upon them the importance of sticking with a budget and saving for a goal. • Discuss credit and debt. Ideally, you Mark won’t have to use your credit cards to Keys an unusual degree during the holiday season. If you do, though, explain to your children that using a credit card is not the same thing as “free” money, and that your goal is to pay off the card as soon as possible, so that you won’t have to pay even more for your purchases in the form of interest payments. • Compare short- and long-term goals. Explain to your children that your holiday spending is the result of having saved for, and met, a short-term goal, but that you are also saving for long-term goals, such as retirement. Depending on the age of your kids, you might want to go into somewhat more detail, such as describing, in general terms, the different ways you save for the different goals. For example, for your holiday spending, you might be drawing on money from your checking account – or, as mentioned above, a holiday fund, possibly kept in a low-risk, liquid vehicle – while for your long-term goals, you might be relying in part on your employer-sponsored retirement plan, such as a 401(k). The key point to get across is that you have various financial goals in life with various means of working toward achieving them. • Introduce your children to investing. If you’ve already brought up the topic of saving for long-term goals, why not take it a step further and give your children a doorway into the investment world? Specifically, consider giving them a few shares of stock, possibly in companies with which they are already familiar, and help them follow these stocks. One way of giving stocks to children is through a custodial account, which can be opened under the Uniform Transfer to Minors Act (UTMA) or the Uniform Gifts to Minors Act (UGMA). Keep in mind, though, that once your child reaches the age of majority – usually 18 or 21 – he or she gets full control of the money in the account. Plus, your gift is irrevocable. • Be generous. If you’re going to make charitable gifts, let you kids know about it – or even let them help pick the charities. It will show them that one purpose of wealth accumulation is to give back to the world. By providing some financial education to your kids this holiday season, you’ll be giving them a gift that can last long after the festivities have ended.

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From Page 13 “When Stephanie’s grandfather passed away, we began coming to Estelline several times a month and I immediately fell in love with the place,” Stalnaker said. “There is just something about this area. The ranches, farms, country people…they are all things I relate to very well.” Stalnaker said leaving Estelline and heading back to the bright lights of Lubbock was always one that left him a bit disappointed. “I was never ready for the weekend to end, knowing we had to go back to the city,” Stalnaker expressed. “I told my wife we needed to pack up and leave Lubbock for Estelline. It was five years in the making, but here we are and couldn’t be happier.” Stalnaker’s love for the area collided with his love for cooking bar-b-que, which led him to opening Cowboy Roy’s Texas Pit Bar BQ in Estelline. “All my life, I’ve been passionate about bar-bque,” stated Stalnaker. “I would cook it for my family, friends and even got to the point where I was catering events. I am so passionate about it, I wanted to share it with others and felt opening a restaurant was the next step.” After attempts to purchase the building fell through time and time again, Stalnaker and his wife decided to move to Colorado and open a business there. Once again, things just didn’t turn out like he hoped, so he made one last ditch effort to purchase the building in Estelline. “After talking to the owner for close to five years, I called her and said

I wanted her building, had cash in hand and would drive to meet her that very afternoon,” he said. “She was a little in shock I had made the offer, I think, but she agreed and the building was finally ours.” A no frills, no fuss kind of guy whose love for bar-bque and the state of Texas is as big as his signature straw cowboy hat, Stalnaker’s passion for bar-b-que is evident within the first five minutes of meeting him. “I think every single town in Texas should have a barb-que place,” he said with a smile on his face. “It’s a joy for me to be able to cook food that people love and the response we’ve had since opening is overwhelming.” Some would think opening a restaurant in a community Estelline’s size is not a great business decision, but Stalnaker feels they are in the right place. “There’s something about Estelline that just fits. At one time it was the largest cattle shipping location in the world. What better place filled with history to open this kind of restaurant?” Business has been good for Stalnaker and his wife, who pride themselves on serving food made fresh daily. “I do not believe in serving bar-b-que from the previous day,” he said. “When we first opened, I wasn’t sure how it would take off or how much we would need, so we ran out pretty quickly. As business has picked up, I’ve smoked more and more meat each day.” There have been few times the restaurant has closed before the end of the night because they sold out of everything. “I want my customers to have the best bar-b-que possible and I would rather us run out than to have any left over, because I refuse to sell my customers day old bar-bque.” The best thing about running his business? Stalnaker said it’s running it with his wife. “Man, my wife is my very best friend. She is my whole world and I could not do this without her,” he said. “She is a great blessing to me and I think she’s the best thing God made.” Future plans for Cowboy Roy’s include a steak night and possibly a music night. “I’m a musician as well. I play guitar and am fairly connected with some great bands throughout the area. I would like to have some live music a night or two. I think it’s something people would enjoy.” Stalnaker ended say-

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ing, “I’m looking forward to where this new venture takes us and have met some really nice people since we’ve been here.” If his business thus far is any indication of his future success, Cowboy Roy’s

looks to be a mainstay in Estelline. Cowboys Roy’s is closed on Tuesday and is open 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. M, W, Th, F and Sat. On Sunday, the restaurant opens at noon.

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organizations like TSET, health policy leaders such as Gov. Mary Fallin and scores of community partners who have rallied to combat this health threat.” Dr. Cline said. “While we celebrate this progress together there is still work to be done. We have 88,000 kids alive in Oklahoma today who will die prematurely from smoking. That is just not right.” Oklahoma was recognized for accomplishments in other areas important to public health. In the past five years, preventable hospitalizations have declined by 29 percent for Medicare beneficiaries. Prevalence of physical inactivity was almost 5 percent lower than the previous year, with 28.3 percent of state residents reporting that they were not physically active. Oklahoma was also cited for strengths in low prevalence of excessive drinking and small disparity in health status by education level. While rates of obesity, diabetes and drug deaths rose in the state, those categories followed a similar national trend. The report also cites challenges in the state due to limited availability of primary care physicians and the continuing high rate of cardiovascular deaths. For the complete rankings, go to www.americashealthrankings.org/OK.

Oklahoma climbs in America’s health rankings OKLAHOMA CITY — Oklahoma improved in America’s Health Rankings, a report issued by United Health Foundation, to 45th overall. The state has improved since ranking 49th in the nation in 2009. The report highlights progress on immunization rates, preventable hospitalizations and a reduction in the adult smoking rate.  The most dramatic achievement in the report was Oklahoma’s more than 10 percent increase in the number of children immunized, from 62.7 percent in 2014 to 73.3 percent this year.  That rate is almost 2 percent higher than the national rate of 71.6 percent and will effectively prevent children from contracting dangerous diseases. “It’s rewarding to see the progress our immunization staff and county health departments have made in providing access to life-saving vaccines for our state’s children,” said Dr. Terry Cline, Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) Commissioner. “Even more rewarding is the knowledge that increasing vaccine coverage saves lives, particularly among our youngest and most vulnerable residents.” America’s Health Rankings 2015 report also highlights Oklahoma’s lowest ever smoking rate at 21.1 percent. While still 3 percent above the national smoking rate, Oklahoma has continued to make dramatic improvements in the number of people who smoke. “The success we have seen in smoking rates is due to the commitment of

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By Governor Mary Fallin We are in the midst of the holiday season. It is one of my favorite times of the year because it means getting together with family. The First Gentleman and I have six children between us, and at times it can be hectic keeping up with everything that is planned in our family. But I wouldn’t trade those busy times for anything. I can’t image what it would be like to be separated from family during the holidays. Or worse yet, have no family. But there are nearly 11,000 children in Oklahoma’s foster care system. These children are in state custody through no fault of their own. They need foster families to love and support them during their time of need. So I’m asking Oklahomans during this season of giving if they can provide this ultimate gift of love. Last month I helped the Department of Human Services (DHS) launch a program called Oklahoma Fosters. It is a renewed effort to find foster families for the hundreds of children in state custody and coming into state custody. Oklahoma Fosters is a statewide campaign uniting state, tribal and local governments, businesses, nonprofits and the faith-based commu-

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WTAMU Alumni organizes in Wellington Special to The Sun WELLINGTON — A launch party for the newly formed Wellington Chapter of the West Texas A&M University (WTAMU) Alumni Association will be Jan. 5, 2016 at the Ritz from 5 to 7 p.m.  Jermaine Cantu and Tiffany Tarver are serving as the social media committee for

the local board. Megan Wischkaemper is the secretary, Sandie Killian - treasurer, Margret Wood - vice president and Tracey Ouellette - president. Contact any of these officers should you have any questions.  The WTAMU Alumni in Wellington may have already received your invitation card. Mark this on your calender!

and you’ll get flocks of Goldfinches, House Finches, Chickadees and Titmice. Scattered under bushes and amongst taller grasses you 1. Is the book of Matthew in the Old may be lucky enough to or New Testament or neither? 2. Who was Herod’s information attract the Shier Towhees. source as to where the Christ Child Screened or mesh tube style was to be born? Joseph, Reuben, feeders attract woodpeckers Micah, Matthew 3. Which Old Testament prophet and nuthatches in addition (book) said the most about the birth to Cardinals, finches and of Christ? Nehemiah, Isaiah, Daniel, Blue Jays. Obadiah The colder the tempera4. What group received the angels’ tures, the more seed is needannouncement of the birth of Jesus? Carpenters, Shepherds, Tentmakers, ed (food = energy). Should Masons freezing rain and or ice be 5. Where was the young child when the Magi came to visit Him to pres- forecasted, please stay safe. ent gifts? Manger, Under the stars, Feed before the ice starts House, Temple forming. Wait until the ice 6. From Matthew 2, to what country did Mary, Joseph and the Baby Jesus stops falling then toss seed on top of the ice. Please flee? Jordan, Syria, Oman, Egypt weigh the consequences of Answers 1) New; 2) Micah; 3) Isaiah; 4) slipping and falling on ice Shepherds; 5) House; 6) Egypt most birds will be so thankComments? More Trivia? Visit ful for feed, they won’t care www.TriviaGuy.com that it is sprinkled atop the © 2015 King Features Synd., Inc. ice rather than in a feeder.

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Bald Eagles are here - at least five mature and two immature, so far. Colder temperatures will freeze northern waters and send us more Bald Eagles. Quartz Mountain’s Eagle Watches (In Search of Eagles) start at 9 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 2, 2016 at Group Camp. These are free and open to the public. Reservations are not needed. Dress for morning lows.

as these are a symbol of the UDC along with Mason jars with Christmas lights inside. A prayer of thanksgiving was offered before our delicious meal was enjoyed. The members and guests/ husbands had lots of visiting and catching up to do. Attending were Shirley Henard, Mary Morgan, Vada Bell Wood and Vickie Porter, all of Wellington; Sharon and Gary Starkey of Loco; Ralph and Kate Egner, Wanda Parker and Keven and Melanie, King all of Shamrock; Kimberlie Parker of Clarendon; and hostess Rose England of Groom.

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From Page 7A this will be until the statute of limitation expires for that return. For assessment of tax owed on a timelyfiled return, this usually is three years from the due date of the return. Although the law does not require any special form of records, be sure to keep all receipts, canceled checks or other proof of payment and any other records to support any deductions or credits claimed. Also, for any refunds claimed, a taxpayer’s records must show that they actually overpaid

nity to end the foster care crisis in Oklahoma. The first goal of this campaign is to help DHS recruit more than 1,000 new, safe, loving foster families statewide by the end of June 2016. We are off to a terrific start. More than half of the 309 foster care inquires made to DHS in the two weeks following our Oklahoma Fosters kickoff were about the initiative. I realize that being a foster or adoptive parent is a huge commitment, and may not be a possibility for all. But if being a foster or adoptive parent isn’t something you can commit to now, you can still get involved. You can pass out fliers in church, talk to your friends and neighbors or post about Oklahoma Fosters on social media. You can help out a foster or adoptive family by supporting them whenever you can. Make a meal for the family or help take a foster child to school. You can get involved by going to the Oklahoma Fosters Web site, www.OklahomaFosters.com, and clicking on “Foster Care & Adoption” for information on being a foster or adoptive parent. You also may call the foster parent hotline, 1-800-3769729. You may recall that in 2012 Oklahoma recognized their tax. “All requirements that apply to hard copy books and records also apply to electronic storage systems that maintain tax books and records,” Sanford added. “When replacing hard copy books and records, make sure to maintain the electronic storage systems for as long as they apply under federal tax law.” Copies of tax returns can help prepare future returns and could be needed if filing an amended return or for an audit. Copies of past returns and other records can also be helpful to the survivor or executor or administrator of a taxpayer’s estate. If necessary, request a copy of a return and all attachments (including Form W-2) from the IRS by using Form 4506, Request for Copy of Tax Return.

we had a crisis when it came to our foster care system and children in state custody. In response, we launched the Pinnacle Plan, which has a variety of goals intended to improve services for Oklahoma’s vulnerable children, increase safety and prevent abuse and neglect. It has been successful on several fronts, but unfortunately, what the Pinnacle Plan has not been successful in achieving is perhaps its most important goal: Reducing the number of children in state custody and getting them into safe and loving homes. With your help we can ensure that no child is ever waiting for a safe, loving home again. Not only can becoming a foster parent prove to be a rewarding experience, but more importantly, it will change the life of a child for the better. Let us make Oklahoma a place where no child is waiting for a safe, loving home.

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Childress

Weight Watchers

In compliance with the Childress Emergency Management Plan the Childress Outdoor Warning System will be tested at 12:00 Noon on Friday December 18, 2015, if the weather does not appear threatening. In the monthly test the steady alert tone is sounded for one minute.

Need some help getting started on your weight loss journey? Weight Watcher’s Simple Start will help you get started losing weight and it’s simple! Childress Weight Watchers Meetings: Thursday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the foyer of the City Auditorium. For more information, contact Beverly Wood at 940.937-2902.  

Food 4U Pantry

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The next monthly food distribution is on Friday, December 18 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church basement in downtown Childress. Pre-approved early entry is 3 to 4 p.m. Please bring your own grocery bags. The Food Pantry distributes local surplus on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. and on Wednesdays and some Fridays at 9:30 a.m. For current dates and more information, please visit the Hope 4U website at http://hope4uchildress.wix.com/newsletter or the Food 4U Facebook page at https://www.facebook.comm/Food4U.Food.Pantry.

Little Dribblers

Childress Little Dribblers Tournament will be held on March 31 through April 2, 2016. Boys and girls divisions with a $75 per team entry fee. Divisions include grades 3-4 and 5-6. Deadline to enter is March 7. If you would like to enter, please contact Lisa Darter at 940-674-5401.

Childress AA

AA Recovery Meetings are held on Fridays at 7 p.m. at the CRMC/Frances T. Smith Education Center south entrance. For more information, contact (940) 5363644.

Hollis

The Hollis First United Methodist Church will be having their annual candlelight Christmas Eve service at 5:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve. All are welcome to come and celebrate Christ’s birth with us.

Christmas Break

Hollis Public School will be out of school for Christmas Break from Dec. 21-Jan. 4, 2016. Report cards will be handed out Jan. 6, 2016.

Wellington Booked for Lunch!

The Collingsworth Public Library will host Booked for Lunch on Thursday, Dec. 17 at 11:30 a.m. Also the 2015 Capitol ornament is at the Library. Stunning and beautiful on your tree, they can actually be displayed anywhere year round. The ornaments are $22 each and make great gifts!  

Candlelight Christmas

Samnorwood Baptist Church presents Candlelight Christmas, Love Came Down on Saturday, Dec. 20 from 6 to 7 p.m. All are invited as talented musical guest Rox-

anne Poe and Pastor Barry Donham will lead the remarkable journey in song and verse reminding us all of the true meaning of Christmas.

Blood Drive

The Wellington Community Blood Drive is Monday, Dec. 28 from 2 to 7 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall of the First United Methodist Church at 901 Bowie Street. Every eligible donor who presents to donate will receive a t-shirt and will be entered into a weekly drawing for a one-year supply of milk (52 gallons) courtesy of Plains Dairy. ALL BLOOD TYPES ARE CURRENTLY NEEDED!

Community Prayer

The community prayer meeting begins at 7 p.m. every Tuesday on the east side of the Collingsworth County Courthouse Square in Wellington. In cooler weather we step inside the courthouse to lift up the needs of the community. All are welcome!

Museum

Visit collingsworthcountymuseum.org, the new website for the Museum located at 824 East Ave. The Museum is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Contact the Museum at 806-4475327 or Director Doris Stallings at 806447-5462 for special showings.

Memphis Open House

The First Bank and Trust of Memphis will have their Christmas Open House on December 17 from 10:00 until 2:00. Everyone is invited to stop by and have Christmas treats with us.

Red River Red Hatters

Decked out for the holidays, The Red River Hatters met Saturday, Dec 12th, at the Rock Inn Cafe. Members enjoyed a Spanish omelet with Selena’s special hot sauce, hash browns, and toast. Dessert was a decadent serving of pecan pie ala mode, drizzled with caramel sauce. Members attending the Christmas celebration were Lucheryl Speed, Nelwyn Ward, Johnnie Gresham, Yetive Miller, Mary Alice Tucker, Lavell Becker, Dolores Davis, Dora McQueen, Linda Maddox, Kay McCarty, Sally Dominguez, and

Margaret Cope. Sally Dominguez offered prayer for the ladies. Minutes of the November meeting were read and approved. The club received a sweet note from Nancy Elliott. Celebrating December birthdays were Johnnie Gresham, Dolores Davis, and Lucheryl Speed. Mary Alice Tucker received the Lucky Lady gift. Mayhem rained for a while, as members played “Wright Family” gift exchange. Each of us shared our family plans and traditions for Christmas. We departed with “bells jingling” in our heads, and wishes for a “Merry Christmas”

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Wednesday, December 16 Breakfast: Breakfast Empanada Travis Elementary Lunch: Baked Ham, Mashed Potatoes, Savory Green Beans, Fresh Fruit, Roll Thursday, December 17 Breakfast: Breakfast Empanada Lunch: Austin Elementary Baked Ham, Mashed Potatoes, Savory Green Beans, Fresh Fruit, Roll

Friday, December 18 Breakfast: Waffle/Cheese Stick Lunch: Popcorn Chicken, Sweet Potato Fries, Cucumber Dippers, Fresh Fruit, Roll, Cookie Monday, December 21 Holiday

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Wednesday, Dec. 16 Breakfast Cereal bar, cereal, toast/jelly, grapefruit and milk. Lunch Taco salad, Salisbury steak, mixed vegetables, mixed fruit and milk. Thursday, Dec. 17 Breakfast Oatmeal, cereal, toast/jelly, mixed fruit and milk. Lunch Chicken & rice, burrito, pinto beans, corn bread, peaches and milk.

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Wednesday December 16 ROAST BEEF, Baked Potato w/Sour Cream, Buttered carrots, Roll, Chocolate Pudding, 2 % Milk or Tea

Thursday, December 17 BEEF STEW, Turnip Green, Cornbread, Black Forest Parfait, 2% Milk or Tea Friday, December 18 Turkey & Dressing, Candid Sweet Potato, Green Beans, Fruit Salad, Pumpkin

Pie, 2% Milk or Tea

Monday, December 21 BEEF TIPS & NOODLES Meadow Blend Vegetables, Corn, Wheat Roll, Chocolate Cake/Strawberries 2% Milk or Tea

Tuesday, December 22, SALISBURY STEAK, Diced potatoes w/skin, English Peas, Rolls Fruit Salad, 2% Milk or Tea

Collingsworth County Home Delivered Meals Monday, Dec. 21 Beef Goulash, Navy Beans, Broccoli, Wheat Roll, Oatmeal Cookie, Milk Tuesday, Dec. 22 Turkey/ dressing/ gravy, Candied Sweet Potatoes, Wheat Roll, Pineapple Tidbits, Milk Wednesday, Dec. 23

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• On Jan. 2, 1897, American author Stephen Crane survives the sinking of The Commodore off the coast of Florida. He will turn the harrowing adventure into his classic short story “The Open Boat.” • On Dec. 29, 1915, the French National Assembly formally cedes the land that holds the British war cemeteries to Great Britain, ensuring that even as World War I was being fought, its most sacred monuments would be forever protected. • On Dec. 30, 1922, in post-revolutionary Russia, the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR, also known as the Soviet Union) is established, comprising a confederation of Russia, Belorussia, Ukraine and the future republics of Georgia, Azerbaijan and Armenia. • On Jan. 3, 1938, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, an adult victim of polio, founds the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, later renamed the March of Dimes Foundation. The virus, which affects the central nervous system, flourished in contaminated food and water and was easily transmitted. • On Dec. 28, 1954, Oscar-winning actor Denzel Washington is born in Mount Vernon, N.Y. In 2002, for his performance as a corrupt cop in “Training Day,” Washington became the first black man to win the Best Actor Academy Award since Sidney Poitier in 1964. • On Jan. 1, 1973, Roseann Quinn, a 27-year-old New York teacher, visits Tweed’s Bar in Manhattan and is picked up by her soon-to-be killer. The incident inspired the cautionary novel “Looking for Mr. Goodbar,” later made into a movie starring Diane Keaton. • On Dec. 31, 1999, the United States hands over control of the Panama Canal, putting the strategic waterway into Panamanian hands for the first time. A ship heading from New York to San Francisco can save about 7,800 miles by taking the Panama Canal rather than sailing around South America.

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Mexican Chicken Casserole Christell Melendez, Junior, Main Dish Casserole Ingredients: 3-4 chicken breasts (boiled and diced) 1 can cream of mushroom soup 1 can cream of chicken soup 1 can Rotel 1-2 cups cheddar cheese Small pkg. corn tortillas

Directions: Tear tortillas into small pieces and line the bottom of pan. Mix together cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, rotel and the chicken and pour on top of tortillas. Top with cheese. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for about 30 minutes. Yield: 8 Servings

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WELLINGTON – Season’s Greetings! It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… everywhere we go. Melissa Kiker sang Christmas songs in the Care Center on Dec. 5 for the residents. Sunday morning Church of Christ Church service was led by Minister Phil Collard and church members. Several residents attended the service. Sunday afternoon Minister Gene Weinette of the First United Methodist Church and members conducted a Bible study in the Care Center. Monday morning the residents enjoyed a joyful Jingle Bell Rhythm Band. Those attending were Ida B. Outley, Hazel Gwin, William Sullivan, Jose Leal, Arnulfo Gonzales, Charles Benefield, Carleton Isenberg, Fern Castleberry, Ella Jones, Pauline Yeager and Lafern Pratt. Hot

chocolate was served. That afternoon several residents played Bingo. Those playing were Margaret Ation, Steven Cayton, Anthony Munoz, Jose Leal, Charles Benefield, Arnulfo Gonzales, Charles Zabel and Isabell Ruiz. Tuesday morning several residents played baseball on the Wii Game. Those enjoying the game were Carleton Lang, Carlton Isenberg, Anthony Munoz, Charles Zabel, Jose Leal, Fern Castleberry, Ida B. Outley and Charles Barrett. Tuesday afternoon sing along the residents enjoyed singing Christmas Carols. Wednesday afternoon Methodist Church Minister Gene Weinette conducted a Bible study and Shirley Henard accompanied with beautiful piano music. Several residents attended. Cookies and coffee were served.

Thursday morning the residents signed up for a trip to Wal-Mart to shop. Residents going on the outing were Kevin Street Carleton Lang, Anthony Munoz and Margaret Ation. The residents enjoyed shopping for Christmas gifts and feasting on pizza. The weather was lovely. Thursday afternoon several residents played domino among themselves with music playing in the background. Friday morning we viewed a Christmas movie, “Silver Bells” and had hot chocolate with several residents enjoying the activity. Until next week may peace, love and mercy be multiplied unto you. Jesus is the reason for the season.

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From around our house, Dorothy Massey Activity Director

Parkview Manor News WELLINGTON – Hello there! I hope you all have had a great weekend especially with Christmas getting closer. Monday was a nice day so we kicked back and watched TV while some listened to books on tape. That afternoon Ms. Winona Jones and I sat outside and got some Vitamin D. The ladies playing bingo with Ms. Ruby Nash were Ms. Nadine Birchfield, Ms. Bettye Baumgardner, Ms. Mattie Winton, Ms. Peggy Gaston and Ms. Betty Campbell. The bingo winner was Ms. Peggy Gaston and blackout winner was Ms. Betty Campbell. Tuesday we had such a beautiful day we sat in the large living room and watched the kids play at the park. I served lemon pound cake for our afternoon snack. Residents are getting Christmas cards ready to pass out to family and friends and ready to mail them out. Wednesday was another beautiful day but we stayed in and relaxed and enjoyed the afternoon. We had bingo and joining Ms. Ruby were Mrs. Louise Peters, Ms. Nadine Birchfield and Ms. Bettye Baumgardner. Bingo winners were Ms. Louise Peters, Ms. Nadine Birchfield, and Ms. Bettye Baumgardner and blackout winner was Ms. Louise Peters. We had Pastor Mike Davis from the Nazarene Church come out and lead devotion. Thursday morning Don Moore from

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Judy Carolyn Cartwright, age 58 of Claude, Chapel with Rev. Donald Altom officiating. Burial followed in the Blair died Saturday, December 12, 2015 in Claude. Services were held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Cemetery under the direction of the December 15 in the Llano Cemetery MauKincannon Funeral Home. Online

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the First Baptist Church came out and had Bible Study. Those who attended were Ms. Thelma Rogers, Ms. Peggy Gaston, Ms. Nadine Birchfield and Ms. Bettye Baumgardner. Later that afternoon we watched a movie called, “Christmas for a Dollar.” The ladies and I enjoyed watching the movie. We also had the exciting group that comes out to play cards in the exercise room. We know they always have lots of fun because we hear the laughter coming out of that room. Friday was a nice day and that afternoon joining Ruby for bingo were Ms. Nadine Birchfield, Ms. Mattie Winton, Ms. Bettye Baumgardner, Ms. Peggy Gaston, Ms. Margaret Savage and Mrs. Louise Peters. Bingo winner was Ms. Peggy Gaston and blackout winner was Ms. Mattie Winton. We sure enjoyed the families that come out to visit for the day. As for Saturday and Sunday the residents took the day off and just rested and enjoyed family and friends that came to visited over the weekend. They are looking forward to Christmas and seeing more family and friends that are coming soon. I hope everyone has had a blessed week from all of us here at Parkview Manor. ‘He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest. He is a shield to those who walk with integrity.’ -Proverbs 2:7 (NLT) - Teresa Valles

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ments were under the direction of Robertson Claude Chapel. Judy was born June 22, 1957 in Wellington to Floyd and June Chandler.  She married John Cartwright on August 8, 2008 in Amarillo.  She had worked for Pantex prior to her illness.  She had been a resident of Amarillo

Milton E.“Edd” Smith Milton E. “Edd” Smith, 61, of Weslaco, Texas died Friday, December 4, 2015 in Weslaco. Memorial Services were at 10 a.m. Dec. 11, 2015 in First Presbyterian Church in Amarillo, Texas with Dr. Murray Gossett officiating. Arrangements are by Schooler Funeral Home 4100 S. Georgia. Milton was born on February 12, 1954 in Silver City, New Mexico to Milton and Marguerite Smith. He graduated from Childress High School in 1972 and earned an Associate’s Degree from Amarillo College. He worked for SW Public Service Company from 1976 through disability retirement in 1984. He worked up through power plant operations, retiring from Tolk Station in Earth, Texas. Milton married the love of his life Linda Battenfield Sawey in 1987. They celebrated 28 years of marriage this year. Milton was involved in many organizations including DeMolay International in Childress, President of Ranchero Woodcarv-

Pet Talk

By Callie Rainosek Texas A&M CVM

Like humans, pets can become obese and develop excess body fat, which can lead to serious health problems, such as diabetes or degenerative joint disease. In order to provide your furry best friend with the highest quality of life and increase their life span, be sure to follow these simple steps to prevent your pet from becoming obese. Weight gain in pets is often a result of overfeeding and lack of exercise. To keep your pet at a healthy weight, be sure to provide a healthy balance between food intake and physical activity. For example, give your dog or cat two to three meals a day instead of providing food at all times, and make sure to include at least one daily walk or some playtime. Maintaining a healthy weight for dogs and cats also depends on the type of food they eat on a daily basis. Owners should choose an appropriate pet food according to the animal’s age, weight and activity level. Generally, younger dogs and cats need

before moving to Claude seven years ago.      She was preceded in death by her father; and a step son, Jason Cartwright. Survivors include her husband, John Cartwright of Claude; her mother, June Chandler of Claude; two step sons, Jeff Cartwright of Princeton and Jay Cartwright of Andrews; a daughter, Natasha Anglin of Claude; a brother, Donald Frank Chandler of Barstow, Calif.; two sisters, Joy Gonzales of Amarillo and Glenda Duncan of Clovis, NM; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The family request memorials be sent to Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch.

Milton smith ers Club, Texas Panhandle Railroad Historical Society, and an original builder in Habitat for Amarillo. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Amarillo and Ranchero Village Congregation in Weslaco during the winter season. Milton loved all forms of art; carving, painting and pottery. He was a carver and carving teacher of realistic birds and free-style bark. He loved sailing, snorkeling, cruising, living and traveling in their motorhome. He and Linda took each grandson on an individual adventure

to consume more calories per pound of body weight than older dogs and cats. Animals with active lifestyles and pregnant or nursing females require more protein, minerals and calories in their diet. Dr. Audrey Cook, associate professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, explained the best way to choose the healthiest option for your pet. “Your regular veterinarian is the best person to give advice on what to feed your pet,” she said. “They will be able to provide an optimal diet type based on the animal’s age and body condition. In general, feeding guides on food products tend to overestimate the amount of food needed, so these guides can be misleading.” In addition to diet and exercise, pet owners can regularly monitor their pet’s weight by routinely weighing them around the same time of the day. This can be effective in catching your pet’s weight increase before it becomes a more serious problem. Obesity can also be caused by some serious health prob-

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around the country. He was preceded in death by his father, Milton I. Smith, and a daughter Jennifer Sawey Troublefield. Milton is survived by his wife Linda Smith of Weslaco; a daughter Angie Sawey Moose and husband John of Fritch; grandchildren Ty Moose and wife Jennifer, Jerison Troublefield, Jordan and Alex Moose of Fritch; a great granddaughter, Addie Moose; his mother Marguerite Smith; a brother David Smith and wife Tanya; a sister Terri Dionizio and husband Jim of Las Vegas, Nevada; and niece Marguita Brown and husband Frank of Las Vegas, Nevada. The family of Milton wishes to give a special thanks to Selah Hospice in Rio Grande Valley and loving friends of Ranchero Village. The family suggests memorials be to Selah Hospice Care, 420 W. Sam Houston Blvd. Suite B. Pharr, Texas 78577. Condolences can be left at the online guest book at www.schoolerfuneralhome. com.

lems rather than simply reflecting poor diet and lack of exercise. Weight gain can be related to hormone problems, such as hypothyroidism in dogs and acromegaly in cats, which is defined as excess growth hormone production. Dogs with hypothyroidism gain weight without eating more food than usual, while cats with acromegaly will experience an increase in appetite. Dogs and cats with Cushing’s syndrome will appear as if they’ve gained weight with their pot-bellied appearance, but these patients rarely experience a weight increase.   No matter the cause of obesity in dogs and cats, severe secondary diseases and health problems can develop if the obese patient is left untreated. There is good evidence that obesity impacts quality of life as well as life span. “In dogs, obesity is often associated with joint problems, such as arthritis and loss of mobility,” Cook said. “Obesity in cats is strongly associated with diabetes mellitus.” In addition to these health conditions, an obese pet may also have difficulty breathing, become fatigued with routine exercise and be unable to groom itself effectively. Though it may be tempting to spoil your pet with table scraps and extra servings of food, consider thinking twice about the consequences your pet may face as a result. To provide your pet with a healthy and happy life, consult your veterinarian in keeping a balanced lifestyle and choosing the right food for your pet’s needs. Pet Talk is a service of the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University. Stories can be viewed on the Web at vetmed.tamu.edu/pet-talk. Suggestions for future topics may be directed to editor@ cvm.tamu.edu.

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Pierce Foundry holds Christmas Party

Pierce Foundry of Memphis held their Christmas Party at the Community Center in Memphis on Dec. 10 for its employees and guests. A delicious “Cajan” Christmas Dinner was served by the foundry. A drawing was held and lots of nice gifts were given away. The pot provided for all guests attending was won by above, Chris Jolly, Chief of Police. Pierce Foundry is famous for the large Jambalaya Pots they make at the Foundry in Memphis. Everyone who gets one treasures the pot and two were given away plus a large screen TV. The pot provided for the employees was won by Billy Wade, left of the picture to the right and Kyle Murray on the right was the lucky winner of the large screen TV. Santa dropped by and the children got to visit with him and have their picture made. Isaiah, top right visits with Santa.

Wellington State Bank shows appreciation

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Wellington State Bank served a delicious assortment of refreshments to over 350 patrons on Dec. 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Poinsettia door prizes were presented to Dwight Bowen, J.D. Hamby, Patsy Martin, Mary Salmeron, Cynthia Swaim, Janie Thomas, Gracie Michael, Carrie Martin, Cheryl Tarver, Amy Dickerson, Linda Mitchell and Lutrice Collier.

Samnorwood plans holiday event

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SAMNORWOOD — Samnorwood Baptist Church will present Candlelight Christmas, Love Came Down on Saturday, Dec. 20 from 6 to 7 p.m. All are invited to drive to historic Samnorwood for the Candlelight Christmas event. Talented musical guest Roxanne Poe from the DFW area and Pastor Barry Donham will guide you and

your family on a remarkable journey in song and verse reminding us all of the true meaning of Christmas. You don’t want to miss this free Christmas experience this holiday season! Samnorwood Baptist Church will feature Roxanne Poe along with Pastor Barry Donham during their Candlelight service on Dec. 20.

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Stockmans Bank opened their doors to the community Dec. 8-11 at their Hollis, Mangum, Eldorado and Altus branches to show support for their customers. The Hollis branch held their Open House Dec. 8, with plenty of food form 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Front row, from left, are Kellie Wright, Jana Bullington and Leslie Ewing. Back row, Linda Ellsworth, Danna Robinson, Jenny Graves, Jackie Campbell, Elizabeth Reyes, Irene Lopez and Kyle Stein.

Students perform at open house

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Students of Monson Music in Childress performed Christmas carols at The People’s Federal Credit Union’s Open House held on Monday, Dec. 14. Colee Cox, left, Mason Keys, Tyler McGee and Ben Souder donned Santa hats before singing to the crowd.

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