Clarendon Spring-Summer 2022 Welcome Guide

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WELCOME TO CLARENDON

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SAINTS’ ROOST HISTORY

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THE JEWEL OF THE PLAINS

10 UPCOMING ACTIVITIES 12 BACK-TO-BACK CHAMPIONS 16 AQUATIC CENTER 18 EVENT VENUES 19 ACCOMMODATIONS 24 REAL ESTATE & RENTALS 27 CLARENDON INFO 28 CITY MAP 30 WELCOME TO HEDLEY 31 HEDLEY INFO & MAP 32 CLARENDON COUNTRY CLUB 33 HOWARDWICK INFO & MAP 34 WELCOME TO HOWARDWICK 36 COUNTY MAP & INFO 38 GREENBELT LAKE 40 MULKEY THEATRE 41 SAINTS' ROOST MUSEUM 42 UTILITY INFORMATION 43 QUANAH PARKER TRAIL 45 LOCAL HEALTH CARE 46 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 48 HOUSES OF WORSHIP 49 RODEO CHAMPION 50 CLARENDON COLLEGE 52 CLARENDON SCHOOLS 54 HEDLEY SCHOOLS 55 CHAMBER DIRECTORY

COVER PHOTO by ROGER ESTLACK: Jack Trollinger drives his mini-car in the 2021 Kids' Parade. PHOTO ON THIS PAGE by ROGER ESTLACK: Pink daisies grown by Joan Copelin, Teri Rummel, and Diana Ross near their apartments in Clarendon, July 2021.

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Welcome!

t gives me a great deal of pleasure as mayor to extend a warm greeting to you.

Whether you are a new resident of our community or a short time visitor, we hope you will agree that Clarendon is a special place with warm caring people and much to offer.

We have a lot to be proud of in Clarendon, and we are excited to share it with you. Our city is most excited about our new Clarendon Aquatics Center, which opened May 28, 2021. This project was made possible by a generous anonymous benefactor, the Clarendon Economic Development Corporation, and the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department, as well as several local donors and foundations. With features for all ages to enjoy, we think you will find the aquatic center to be a place for your entire family to celebrate beautiful summer days.

Our community also has many family activities throughout the year, including the Saints' Roost Celebration in July, the annual Colonel Goodnight Chuckwagon Cookoff in September, our Courthouse Lighting Ceremony and Small Business Saturday in November, and Christmas shopping events at our local merchants in December.

To learn about our community, stop by our Visitor Center at 110 S. Kearney Street at the Mulkey Theatre. There you’ll find the office of the Chamber of Commerce and the Clarendon Economic Development Corporation and people who can help answer any question about our town.

The Mulkey itself is a great source of pride. The 1946 theatre serves as a conference center and performance hall in addition to a movie house and features entertainment regularly on Friday and Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons.

In addition to an excellent public school system, we are very proud of Clarendon College, which was rated the number two community college in the State of Texas for student success in 2015 and 4

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2016 and has set several institutional records for enrollment in recent years.

The Saints’ Roost Museum is an excellent place to spend some time learning about our history. The Board of Directors is now in the fundraising stage for a new building project. The museum is open daily Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

We encourage you to visit Prospect Park, which is just south of downtown on Kearney Street and is connected to the new aquatic center by a lighted walking path. It is a beautiful place for family picnics, reunions, birthday parties, or to just let your kids run and play.

We also invite you to visit our numerous historic markers throughout the city and especially encourage you to visit our beautiful 1890 County Courthouse.

Greenbelt Lake, located just north of town, is also something we’re quite proud of. Greenbelt offers fishing, camping and other recreational activities. And we are pleased to have an excellent disc golf course there as well.

We hope you enjoy your stay and find that Clarendon is a great place to live or visit. On behalf of the City Council and all city employees, welcome to Clarendon!

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Christianity, Temperance, & Education

The foundations of Saints’ Roost

Old Clarendon settlers line up in front of Donley County’s first Courthouse in this picture from about 1885. Shown here are (back) stage driver George Sutton, stage driver Robert Cureton, Rev. G.W. Graham, Dr. J.D. Stocking, land agent F.M. Campbell, trader Joe Lomas, merchant/school trustee Morris Rosenfield, rancher/merchant Ben Chamberlain, cowboy Tom Ardington, (front) Tom Copeland, Sheriff Al Gentry, Deputy W.H. “Bally” Oliver, Frank Daniels, Postmaster Ralph Jefferson, Harry Jefferson, cowboy/school teacher Tom Martindale, George Gass, and (boy in street) J.L. Carhart. ENTERPRISE ARCHIVE PHOTO

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n 1878, a charismatic preacher led a group of Northern Methodists to the frontier of the Texas Panhandle to settle at the junction of Carroll Creek and the Salt Fork of the Red River.

Rev. L.H. Carhart set out to establish a Christian colony built on the values of temperance and education, and he named it Clarendon in honor of his wife, Clara.

As the third settlement in the Panhandle, Clarendon stood apart from the towns of Mobeetie and Tascosa, which were known for saloons and rowdiness. The colony forbade alcohol, built a church as one of its first landmarks, and planned an academy to bring education to the plains. The neighbors said Clarendon

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was where the saints roosted. The nickname stuck… Saints’ Roost.

Nine years later, the future of the colony came into question when it became apparent that the Ft. Worth & Denver Railroad would miss the town. A vote was taken, and by the fall of 1887 houses, businesses, and people were all making the move six miles south to the present site of “new” Clarendon.

The railroad brought people and commerce; but it also brought new lifestyles with saloons and other “vices.” And yet, the town did not lose sight of its original ambitions, becoming the home of the Panhandle’s first Methodist, Catholic, Episcopal, and

African-American congregations and establishing the area’s first college in 1898.

Donley County eventually re-established prohibition in 1902, and Saints’ Roost again banished alcohol sales until 2013 when voters reversed the 111-year-old tradition.

Today, if you like, you can raise a glass in old Saints’ Roost, but there’s no escaping the town’s original character. With a variety of churches and faith-based services and one of the highest-rated community colleges in the state, Clarendon remains true to its principles and welcomes visitors and newcomers to stay all night… or stay a little longer.

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The Jewel of the Plains

Donley County Courthouse Construction Began: 1890 Opened: 1891 Restored: 2003 Original Architects: Bulger & Rapp Restoration Architects: Volz & Associates Original Contractors: Troutman Brothers Restoration Contractors: Phoenix One A Texas Historic Landmark and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Built in the Romanesque Revival style, the Courthouse is unique for being asymmetrical – no two sides are alike.

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n behalf of the elected officials and employees of Donley County, let me extend a warm welcome to our community.

Donley County is proud to be home to one of the finest county courthouses in the state. Called “The Jewel of the Plains,” it was built in 1890 and restored in 2003. The Courthouse is home to the Judge, County Attorney, and County Treasurer and is venue for the 100th District Judge. It also is the site for the meetings of the County Commissioners.

Visitors are welcome in the oldest functioning courthouse in the Panhandle. The courthouse grounds are the site of the county’s annual Saints’ Roost Celebration on July 2, 2022, and you will want to come by for the Christmas lighting ceremony as well on 8

Saturday, November 26, 2022. houses offices for tax collection, vehicle registration and County government is directed by the Commissioners transfers, and maintaining Court, comprised of four Com- public records, deeds and birth certificates as well as voter missioners, elected from each registration and the superviof the four precincts, and the sion of elections. county Judge, Justice Courts elected at large. are maintained Generally, Texas by the Justices counties provide of the Peace with the essential offices in Hedley things that make and in Clarenour communities don. livable: roads As provider and bridges, law of public safeenforcement and ty, the Sheriff’s corrections, a Office is responcourt system to sible for making protect our legal Donley County rights, secure one of the safest storage of our communities in important public Donley County Judge the area, if not records and proJohn Howard, MD the entire state. tection against And we are threats to public proud to be able to provide 24health and safety. hour on-duty officers, a rarity The Courthouse Annex

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for a community of our size.

Emergency Medical Services are provided by the Associated Ambulance Authority, and we have, without a doubt, the finest emergency personnel in the region. Care is coordinated with tertiary care facilities in Amarillo and helicopter medevac is available when required.

The Volunteer Fire Departments of Clarendon, Howardwick, and Hedley are on call to protect life and property against a variety of threats, including fire, and the Clarendon department has an Dive Team ready to respond locally and to provide assistance area wide.

Emergency Preparedness is coordinated through all our efforts, and we stand by, ready to assist.

Donley County is a great place to live, and we are pleased to have you join us.

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MAY 7

Activities

Clarendon Lions Club's Polar Bear Plunge 11 a.m. at Clarendon Aquatics Center. $10 entry fee.

THURSDAY

MAY 19

Donley County Senior Citizens Bingo/ Music Night. 5:30 p.m.

SATURDAY

MAY 21

Howardwick Citywide Garage Sale. Call City Hall for details, 874-2222.

SATURDAY

MAY 28

Clarendon Aquatics Center Season Opening. 1:00 p.m. More info on page 16.

SATURDAY

JUNE 4

Trash to Treasures Garage Sale Event. Multiple garage sales in and near Clarendon starting at 8 a.m. Maps available at ClarendonLive.com the week of the event. Sales must register by May 27. Call 874-2259 to sign up.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY

JUNE 11-12

JRCA Rodeo Youth rodeo starting at 8 a.m. each morning at the Clarendon College Livestock & Equine Center Matlock Arena. See JRCArodeo.com for more information.

TUESDAY-THURSDAY

JUNE 14-16

Clarendon College FFA Leadership Camp Student leaders from FFA chapters across the Texas Panhandle and South Plains will learn new skills and practice team-building.

THURSDAY

JUNE 16

Donley County Senior Citizens Bingo/ Music Night. 5:30 p.m.

THURSDAY

JUNE 16

Saints' Roost Museum Member Appreciation Event 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Saints' Roost Museum. See SaintsRoostMuseum.com for more information.

THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY

JULY 1, 2, & 3

Saints’ Roost Celebration Craft Fair, Parades, BBQ, Bounce Houses, Turtle Race, Ranch Rodeo, Live Music, Dancing, and more! See ad on page 7 for details.

THURSDAY

JULY 21

Donley County Senior Citizens Bingo/ Music Night. 5:30 p.m.

SATURDAY

JULY 23

Howardwick Hoedown at McMorries Memorial Park featuring live music by the Twerks! Food, Craft and Vendors Booths Live Music, Raffles, and Games. See ClarendonTx.com for more information.

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Donley County Senior Citizens Bingo/ Music Night. 5:30 p.m.

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That Senior Thang Games, activities, and food booths for the whole family. Donley County Senior Citizens Center. See ClarendonTx.com for more information.

SATURDAY

SEPTEMBER 24

Col. Charles Goodnight Chuckwagon Cookoff Authentic chuckwagons compete for top prizes. Live entertainment, trade show, and museum tours. See SaintsRoostMuseum.com for information and tickets.

For updated listings of events, call 806-874-2421 or visit ClarendonTX.com.

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Your Business AND YOUR COMMUNITY

SINCE 1924, the Clarendon Chamber of Commerce has worked to promote the development of Clarendon and Donley County. Any individual, business, or organization who is in harmony with the purpose of the Chamber is eligible and invited to apply for membership.

THE CLARENDON VISITOR CENTER: The Chamber, in cooperation with the Clarendon Economic Development Corp., helps operate the city’s official visitor center located inside the historic Mulkey Theatre. The Visitor Center is open daily, MondayFriday, and serves to welcome visitors and provide information about Clarendon and Donley County.

RIBBON CUTTINGS: Chamber members may request an official Ribbon Cutting to celebrate opening a new business or new location, remodeling their facilities, or a change of ownership.

BROCHURE & BUSINESS CARD DISPLAY: Chamber members are permitted and encouraged to display their business cards and brochures at the Visitor Center for easy access by newcomers to our city.

ONLINE BUSINESS DIRECTORY: The Chamber website – www.ClarendonTX.com – features a listing of Chamber members organized by business category with links to members’ websites.

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES: The Chamber hosts several social opportunities during the year to allow current and potential Chamber members the opportunity to get to know each other and share ideas over refreshments in a relaxed setting.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CHAMBER and the benefits of membership, call or come by the Clarendon Visitor Center.

110 S. Kearney St., PO Box 986, Clarendon, TX 79226

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Victory Again!

Broncos Win Second State Title

BY SANDY ANDERBERG, CLARENDON ENTERPRISE

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he Clarendon Broncos took ownership of the San Antonio Alamodome while making history for the second year in a row, defeating Lipan 65-51 to win the state 2A basketball championship on March 12, 2022.

The 2021-2022 team knew early on they could come back and win it all again, and that is just what they did. The Broncos blew through LaRue LaPoynor in the Semi-Final round that forced a rematch of the 2020-2021 State Semi-Final game with #1 ranked Lipan.

Lipan came out hot in the first quarter and led 11-8 going into the second quarter. The undefeated Indians then turned up the heat and extended their lead.

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lit a fire under the Bronco players and to say they came out and took control is an understatement. With only 17 seconds into the third, the senior leadership kicked in.

Jordan Herndon made back-toback threes to close the gap, and Lamarcus Penigar, who would claim the MVP title of the game, nailed the first of six from downtown at the five-minute mark. Penigar found his rhythm and added a field goal about every minute until the clock ticked down to only four seconds in the third period.

The Broncos held a 10-point cushion and the momentum going into the final eight minutes of the game but still had fuel in the tank.

“The first half we really weren’t making any shots and kind of playing their game,” Herndon said. “Coach told us we had to step up as seniors

and show leadership, so we got the team rolling. I was just looking for him (Penigar); and if he was calling for the ball, I was going to give it to him.”

Penigar added 16 more points in the final period to close the game out at 41, which hasn’t happened in a 2A state tournament game since 1964.

“I was in foul trouble in the first half,” Penigar said. “They were down, so I had to come up with a nice little plan. I got hot, so when you get hot, you just keep shooting.”

The Broncos did get hot in the second half after, and according to Hudson, they were a little sluggish, and the ball wasn’t moving really well in the first half.

Fellow senior Cayden D’Costa played two solid games at the tournament and finished with 12 defensive rebounds and four on the offensive side. He also had four steals

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and three assists in the games.

“This is a lot sweeter than it was last year,” D’Costa said. “Especially because it’s the last time we get to play with these guys, and we have the best coach we could ask for.”

points was D’Costa with 10, Davis and Herndon with six each, and Lyric Smith with two.

tempo of the game and earn a 69-60 win over LaRue LaPoynor on March 11.

Lipan Coach Brent Gaylor and his Indians were very complimentary of Clarendon’s ability.

The Broncos jumped out early in the game and looked to start a blowout against the Flyers with a 15-point lead with only three minutes left in the first quarter. A good shooting second period of play for the Broncos, put the Flyers on the ropes at halftime. But LaPoynor chipped away and narrowed the gap to single digits down the stretch. With only ticks left on the clock, the Flyers came within five points, but the Bronco offense got to work to extend the lead to nine.

Junior Texas Tech football signee Jmaury Davis played strong and was consistent as always. Davis was able to get the crowd on their feet with a fast break windmill dunk that rocked the house.

“We talked at halftime about not letting them get a three-pointer or dunk because they are a momentumoriented team,” Gaylor said.

“Clarendon plays at such a higher level when they are feeling that good.”

“I was attempting to do it the whole time, but they kept getting back fast,” Davis said. “I finally got the opportunity to do it. I didn’t want it to be just a regular dunk and wanted to get the crowd into it.”

Hudson knows that high level of play too well.

“Our fan-base traveled so well,” Hudson said. “We are so thankful for their support; they followed us all year.”

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“They doubled Jmaury because he killed them last year in the state semi-final game, and they faceguarded Lamarcus in the first half (to keep the ball out of his hands).”

The State Semi-Final game began with the Broncos flying down the court to use a 7-0 run in the opening two minutes of the game to set the

Davis had a great game and led the way with 24 points and 12 rebounds. D’Costa finished with 16, and Penigar had 15. Herndon had six, Tyler Harper and Ceniceros put in three each, and Smith added two CLARENDON GUIDE • SPRING / SUMMER 2022 points inWELCOME the win.

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41 POINTS! Penigar Breaks 58-Year-Old Record

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The Broncos' Most Valuable Player

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enior Lamarcus Penigar helped to lead the Broncos to another State Championship this year and earned the honor of the 2A Most Valuable Player. Penigar had a game high of 41 points against the number one ranked Lipan Indians in the Broncos’ 65-51 win.

Along with his 7 of 10 three-pointers in the two games and 56 total points, Penigar was 11 of 13 from the bonus line that included three in a row when he was fouled on a three-pointer late in the game. He had 13 rebounds and five assists.

After sitting out some of the first half because of foul trouble in the championship game, Penigar came in and went to work from behind the arc.

“In the first half, I was in foul trouble, and they were down, so I had to come up with a nice little plan,” Penigar said. “I got hot, so when you get hot, you just keep shooting.”

The 41 points in that game were the most points scored by one player in a 2A championship game since 1964.

Lipan’s coach Brent Gaylor and players complimented the Broncos on their win.

“In the first half, we played our style of game,” Gaylor said. “Penigar is a good player, and I told him so. After the game, I shook his hand. I think I got some burns because he was still hot. He had a great game offensively. We planned to keep him on the floor driving and maybe get him into some foul trouble. It’s hard to keep him in front of you, and he doesn’t need much space to get that shot off.”

Lipan senior Zach Ross did a good job of staying in Penigar’s face in the first half.

“He just got rolling,” Ross said. “And that’s all he needed. He did what he had to do. He’s a momentum player, and he played amazing.”

Clarendon Coach Boston Hudson summed up Penigar’s scoring frenzy by saying simply, “Lamarcus did Lamarcus things.”

Joining Penigar on the State Tournament Team were senior Cayden D’Costa and junior Jmaury Davis. D’Costa had 26 total points, 22 rebounds, four steals, four out of five free throws, and three assists. Davis racked up 30 points and 16 rebounds.

Outgoing senior Jordan Herndon had 12 points, 11 rebounds, hit four for four from the bonus line, and had seven assists.

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Clarendon Aquatic Center

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he Clarendon Aquatic Center opens its second season on Saturday, May 28, 2022, and will serve the public through Labor Day.

The facility employs about a dozen lifeguards, a manager, and an assistant manager for the summer season.

The center opened last May after six years of fundraising, planning, and construction. The $2.7 million facility quickly became a favorite hang out for kids and families.

Features of the center include a Zero Depth Entry area, which is a gradually sloping entrance for easy accessibility; and a large Shallow Play Area with several attractions for younger children. Those attractions include a Toddler Slide, a Large Spray, Trio Dump Buckets, and Underwater Bubblers as well as shaded sitting area.

The center is open Sunday and Tuesday through Thursday from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Friday and Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Senior activities and adults only swim times are also being planned during the year.

Day passes will cost $5 for everyone over the age of 17, $4 for ages 4-17, and free for ages three and under.

Annual passes are $100 per individual and $250 for a family of up to four members and $50 for each additional household family member.

Parties can be scheduled at the aquatic center at a rate of $125 per hour.

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Adjacent to that play area is a Spray Ground that young children will also enjoy. The Shallow Play Area connects on one side to the larger pool area that is 65’ long and accommodates three Lap Lanes. That area also has a Basketball Goal, a Volleyball Net, a ¾-meter Diving Stand, and a Climbing Wall.

The facility also features a lift and specially designed steps to accommodate those with disabilities.

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and full kitchen. Seating and tables for 75 people. Deposit $75. Rent $75.

Local Event Venues CLARENDON AQUATIC CENTER

806-874-3438 401 S. Kearney Street Clarendon, Texas Available for after-hours parties. Rent $125 per hour. (seasonal)

CLARENDON COLLEGE

Bairfield Activity Center 806-874-3571 206 Regents Drive, Clarendon, Texas Indoor facility with restrooms and food serving area (no kitchen facilities).

Tables and chairs to seat 300. Rent $125 per day for non-profit; $200 per day for profit. Not available for private use or family parties.

Harned Sisters Fine Arts Center 806-874-3571 1122 College Drive Clarendon, Texas Indoor facility with restrooms, backstage dressing rooms, theatre lighting and sound. Auditorium seating for 600. Rent $125 per day for non-profit; $200 per day for profit. Not available for private use or family parties.

Livestock & Equine Center 806-874-4842 3280 US Hwy 287

CLARENDON OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT ASSN.

Clarendon, Texas Two arenas each 140’ x 250’ – one outdoor and one indoor. The facilities include roping chutes in each arena as well as four bucking chutes. Indoor facilities include bathrooms and concession area. Deposit $100 per day. Rent $250 per day.

Clarendon College also has classrooms available for small meetings.

Call 874-3571 for more information.

CLARENDON COUNTRY CLUB

Club House 806-874-2166 100 Porter Drive Howardwick, Texas Indoor facility with restrooms, full kitchen, and bar service available.

Rent $200 per day for members; $400 per day for non-members.

COEA Outdoor Arena w/ Open Air Dance Slab 806-930-5883 100 N. Ayers, Clarendon, Texas Outdoor rodeo arena with chutes, pens, and stands. Restroom and concession facilities. Dance slab with bandstand. Call for rental details.

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Swimming Pool (seasonal) 806-874-2166 100 Porter Drive Howardwick, Texas

CLARENDON LIONS HALL

Community Center 806-874-3544 100 N. Ayers Street, Clarendon, Texas Indoor facility with full kitchen and restrooms. Tables and chairs for 150.

Deposit $150. Rent $100 per day.

806-874-2259 117 W. Fourth Clarendon, Texas Indoor meeting facility with restrooms

HEDLEY SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER 111 Main Street, Hedley, Texas.

Call for details, 806-856-0143 HOWARDWICK COMMUNITY CENTER AT MCMORRIES MEMORIAL PARK Junction of Rick Husband Blvd. and Columbia Drive. Full Kitchen, Indoor and outdoor seating, and restrooms. $100 per day. Reserve entire park for $50 deposit.

Call for details, 806-874-2222.

MULKEY THEATRE 108 Kearney, Clarendon, Texas.

Auditorium seating for 240 and stage with theatre lighting and sound. Call 806-874-2421.

806-874-2141 4430 Hwy 70 N., Clarendon, Texas Indoor meeting facility with restrooms and full kitchen. Seating and tables for 250. Approximately 7,500 square feet available. Rent $200 per day for non-profit; $300 per day for profit.

ROWE POINT RANCH

DONLEY COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER

SANDELL DRIVE-IN

806-874-2665 115 E. Fourth, Clarendon, Texas Indoor facility with restrooms and full kitchen. Tables and chairs for 100.

Rent $100.

806-674-8850 4091 County Road 24, Hedley, Texas Indoor venue for weddings, showers, reunions, corporate retreats, and other events. Visit RowePointRanch.com for gallery and more information.

806-662-3943 Hwy 70 North, Clarendon, Texas Operating drive-in movie theatre available for private parties and private showings.

For additions or corrections, contact The Clarendon Enterprise at 874-2259.

Incomparable country Elegance Donley County's newest vintage event venue is the perfect location for weddings, showers, reunions, corporate retreats, proms, and more.

Call us today to find out how we can make your day memorable.

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Best Western Red River Inn 806-874-0160 902 W. 2nd, Clarendon bestwestern.com

JD RV Park 806-206-9518 Hwy 70 South, Clarendon

Western Skies Motel 806-874-3501 800 W. 2nd, Clarendon

Greenbelt RV Hook-Ups 806-874-5111 (summer) 806-874-3650 (winter) Hwy. 70 North

Finch Ranch Lodge Bed & Breakfast 806-856-5930 3400 County Rd. 23 Hedley Saints’ Roost Cottage BSB (Bed, Supper, Breakfast) 806-277-0040 620 E. 4th, Clarendon Camper Corral RV Park 806-341-2901 3500 East Hwy 287 East of Clarendon

Watson’s RV Park 806-874-3770 2990 West Hwy 287 West of Clarendon Yankie’s RV Park 806-662-6001 East US 287 & Thurman Clarendon Additional listings on AirBnB. For additions or corrections, call The Clarendon Enterprise at 874-2259.

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Beginning July 25 until First Freeze

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Sweetest watermelons & cantaloupes you can buy!

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TO OUR 2021 HONOREES!

Saints’ Roost Award • SANDY SKELTON Man of the Year • DAVID DOCKERY Women of the Year • KATHRYN BROUSSARD & DEVAH PITTMAN Business of the Year • CLARENDON FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER Clarendon Young Man of the Year • JOSIAH HOWARD Hedley Young Man of the Year • JOSH BOOTH Clarendon Young Woman of the Year • JENTRYE BELLAR Hedley Young Woman of the Year • SAVANNAH TRENT

CHAMBER of COMMERCE

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Insurance Agency 114 W. Second • Clarendon, Texas • Since 1961 22

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Growing this community since 1906 We’ve been serving the banking needs of Donley County under the same name and family ownership for 116 years with respect and integrity. Our relationships with our friends and neighbors here at home are the true measure of our success, and we will continue to put our customers first for generations to come.

CHECKING & SAVINGS ACCOUNTS VEHICLE LOANS • PERSONAL LOANS CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT • ONLINE BANKING Call us to learn more and ask about our Mobile Banking service.

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Real Estate Brokers & Rentals

REAL ESTATE BROKERS Jim Garland Real Estate 806-874-3757 416 E. Second, Clarendon Joe T. Lovell Real Estate 806-226.2000 113 Trice Street, Claude JoeTLovellRealEstate.com Linda M. Naylor Real Estate 806-204-0005 506 Blair Street, Hedley LMNaylorRealEstate.com Chas. S Middleton & Son — Clint Robinson, Agent 806-786-3730 ChasSMiddleton.com Rafter R Realty 806-341-4197 600 S. Tyler, Ste 2100, Amarillo RafterRRealty.com Whitaker Real Estate 806-356-6100 4600 I-40 West, Ste. 101 Amarillo, Texas whitakerrealestate.com

RENTAL PROPERTIES

Fletcher Properties 806-681-9079 / 806-681-9024 Billie Shaffer 806-874-3287 Jimmy Riley 806-359-9395 Tommy Hill 806-576-9321 June Davis 806-382-6083 Harper Rentals 806-359-1199 Odima Investments 806-874-0100 Clovis McCary 806-674-6271 John Briggs 806-881-9619 Clarendon Housing Authority 806-874-2458 Hedley Community Development 806-856-9838

Linda M. Naylor

REAL ESTATE Providing the Personal Touch Across the Texas Panhandle

806-204-0005 Real Estate Broker #604414 420 South Sully Clarendon, Texas

lmnaylorrealestate.com

For additions or corrections, contact The Clarendon Enterprise at 806-874-2259.

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Entertainment

Henson’s

Downtown Clarendon Since 1946 874-3517 • Monday - Saturday • 10 - 7

Ask about our gourmet kitchen selections!

Fast Facts for City Hall 313 S. Sully Street 806-874-3438 Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

What’s new? The city has been awarded funds to revitalize portions of downtown with new sidewalks and lighting.

Work is expected to begin later this year.

Planning has begun for new street improvements also.

Population: 1,877 Established: 1878 Incorporated: 1901 Location: At the junction of US Hwy. 287 and State Hwy. 70 and 18 miles south of Interstate 40. Sixty miles southeast of Amarillo.

Clarendon Volunteer Fire Department Location: 119 S. Sully Street Fire Chief: Jeremy Powell

City Administrator: David Dockery City Secretary: Machiel Covey Public Works Director: John Molder Municipal Judge: Tommy Waldrop Elected Officials Mayor: Sandy Skelton City Council: Aldermen Jacob Fangman (mayor pro-tem), Terri Floyd, John Lockhart, Eulaine McIntosh and Larry Jeffers.

Meetings: Second Thursdays at City Hall at 7 p.m.

2021 Tax Rates: Property Tax: $0.61375 per $100 valuation Sales Tax: 2%

Airport: Smiley Johnson Municipal Airport / Bass Field Located 2 miles SE of city on County Road 13.

Runway: 4,495 feet.

Lease space available for new hangers. Contact City Hall.

Library: Gabbie Betts Burton Memorial Library HarringtonLC.org/ Burton 217 S. Kearney Street.

806-874-3685 Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Librarian: Jerri Ann Shields The Burton Library serves as a payment

center for electric, cable and satellite services as well as several credit cards. Meeting space for small groups is available, and some scheduled services available here include WIC services and state immunizations.

Parks: Prospect Park, three blocks south of US 287 on Kearney Street between Sixth and Seventh Streets. Features include picnic tables, a covered pavilion, barbecue grills, swings, slides, climbers, and the handicapped accessible Lions Club Chance Mark Jones Memorial Playground. A public restroom is available to be opened for special events. Contact City Hall.

The City of Clarendon also provides a lighted walking trail from the park to the Clarendon Aquatic Center and the Central Business District. In cooperation with the school, baseball and softball fields are adja-

cent to Prospect Park, and public tennis and basketball courts are on the school campus at Fifth and Allen Streets.

Trash / Recycling Recycling Dumpsters are available to receive small quantities for public use 24/7 at First and Kearney Streets.

Larger loads, general trash, and limbs and grass clippings can be taken to the Citizens Convenience Center at 400 W. Front Street (next to the grain elevator) during the hours of 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday-Friday and 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Saturday. Temporary Dumpster and roll-off container services are also available locally.

Call City Hall for more info.

Cost to Dump: Citizens of Clarendon may dump tree limbs and grass clippings free of charge. Most metals can also be dumped free of charge. Other minimum charges are

defined by Ordinance as follows: Pick-up or Car load: $6 Two-Wheel Trailer load: $12 Stock Trailer load: $25 Large Trailer load: $35 Appliances w/ compressor: $15 Tree Limbs: Free for residents. $20 Commercial. $10 non-resident.

Dump Truck load: $50 Mattress: $20 Utilities: See page 42.

Clarendon Housing Authority 103 E. Fourth Street 806-874-2458 Donley County Senior Citizens Center 115 E. Fourth Street 806-874-2665 Open Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Meals On Wheels service available in Clarendon and Howardwick.

US Post Office 101 W. Fourth Clarendon, TX 79226 Phone: 806-874-3353.

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Open: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

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LOCAL CHURCHES A. Arena of Life Cowboy Church B. Agapé Christian Church C. Body of Christ Ministry D. Calvary Baptist Church E. Church of Christ F. Church of the Nazarene G. Christ’s Kids Ministry H. Community Fellowship Church

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Welcome to Hedley!

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t’s my pleasure to extend a warm welcome from the City of Hedley, home of the Hedley Owls, population 280. We may be small, but we are proud!

Our Annual Chicken Barbecue dinner in September and our annual Cotton Festival in October are popular events every fall that have been long-standing traditions of our community.

We have an excellent public school system and athletic program.

We have three active churches in our community, and our senior citizens center serves breakfast and lunch during the week.

Hedley is the home of Moffitt’s Hardware store, which has been in business for more than 104 years and is a local treasure in our community. If you have a few minutes, it’s worth stopping to shop.

We have recently started “Project Clean Up Hedley.” A group of people have come together to make up the

Hedley Mayor Carrie Butler Hedley Recreational Committee.

They have brought more events to the annual Cotton Festival, and they will be looking at projects on Main Street and the local park for a new but familiar look.

So, whether you are living in Hedley, just passing through, or looking for a place to relocate, I think you will find Hedley is a warm, friendly town with a bright future.

Annual Cotton Festival

For more than 60 years, one of Donley County’s greatest traditions has been the annual Cotton Festival held the second weekend of October in Hedley.

Several community groups work together to make the festival happen each year, and students at Hedley High School also play a big part in making the event successful.

Annual events associated with the Cotton Festival include the Chili & Stew Supper at the Hedley Lioness Club and the Lions Club’s annual barbecue dinner.

As games, vendors, and other activities go on all around downtown, one of the busiest parts of the

Country Bloomers

celebration is the annual Bingo contests held by Hedley High School’s One Act Play group. The Bingo games start on Friday night and continue all day Saturday with donated prizes both big and small being given away to those who hold the luckiest cards.

The Cotton Festival Parade is also a favorite feature and is led by the veterans who are members of Hedley’s Adamson-Lane Chapter of the American Legion.

The event draws to a close Saturday evening with raffle drawings being held, including the traditional drawing for a bale of cotton donated by Donley County Gin.

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Fast Facts for Hedley City Hall 109 Main Street 806-856-5241 Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon.

FM

is available for larger items or loads. Call City Hall for details.

Utilities: See page 42.

Meetings: Second Thursdays at 6 p.m.

Hedley Community Development Corporation (Local Housing Authority) 806-856-9838 108 W. Second, Hedley, TX 79237

2021 Tax Rate: $0.411411 Sales tax: 1%

Population: 280

Hedley Volunteer Fire Dept.

104 W. Railroad Fire Chief: Neal Koetting, Assistant Chief Ethan Naylor

Established: 1907 Incorporated: 1915 Location: Hedley is located on US Hwy. 287 at the junction of State Hwy. 203 about 13 miles southeast of Clarendon.

What’s new? The city has completed a new monopit that will allow it to further efforts to clean up the community by demolishing dilapidated structures. City officials are also working with the Lions Club to make plans for a new park downtown.

Metcalf (mayor pro-tem), Sandy Wilkinson, Danny Russell, Trisha Chambless, and Alicia Hanes.

Hedley Senior Citizens Center 806-856-0143, 111 Main Street 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Home delivered meals available.

Parks: Hedley School Park, picnic tables, playground equipment. Public tennis courts available.

City Secretary: Kim Davis

US Post Office, 200 N. Main Hedley, TX 79237 806-856-5221 Counter Hours: Monday-Friday, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Trash / Recycling Metal bin on Railroad Street and recycling of oil is behind City Hall at no charge. City trash trailer

Elected Officials Mayor Carrie Butler Board of Aldermen: Tonya

Postmaster: Sharon Graves

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Clarendon O

Country Club

verlooking Lake Greenbelt, the Clarendon Country Club offers one of the nicest 18-hole golf courses on the Rolling Plains. Just seven miles north of Clarendon on Hwy. 70, the club is located at 100 Porter Drive in Howardwick.

A Friday special offers

Fun at the

CLUB Enjoy our Pool & Grill!

The course is open every day except Tuesday, and scrambles and tournaments are scheduled year round.

Green fees on week days are $14 ($13 for seniors). Weekend green fees are $16 ($15 for seniors). Golf carts are available for rent for nine holes at a rate of $11 for singles or $14 for doubles. Carts can also be rented for the 18-hole rates of $16 for singles or $20 for doubles.

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For more information, call the Pro Shop at 806-874-2166.

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Fast Facts for Howardwick City Hall 245 Rick Husband Blvd.

806-874-2222 Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

11 miles south of Interstate 40.

Established: Sherwood Shores, 1968 Incorporated: Howardwick, 1971 City Secretary: Sandy Lynn Childress

What’s new? New playground equipment is available at McMorries Memorial Park, and new Airbnb locations are open in Howardwick so more visitors can stay and play in the Lakeside City. The Sunrise Convenience Store is now open seven days a week across from City Hall, and a new eatery is opening this season with a variety of menu options!

Elected Officials Mayor: Tony Clemishire Board of Aldermen: Terry Barnes, Del Essary, Mary Grady, Jada Murray, and Mayor Pro-Tem Johnny Floyd.

Utilities: See page 42.

US Postal Service Howardwick, TX 79226 Mail is delivered through the Clarendon Post Office. A mail room at Howardwick City Hall is open 24/7.

2021 Tax Rates: Property: $0.308167 per $100 valuation Sales: 1.25% City of Howardwick

Location: Howardwick is on State Hwy. 70 seven miles north of Clarendon and

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A newly remodeled community building with a covered patio area is available for rent at the park for reunions, birthday parties, and other events. Call City Hall for information.

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Hello from

Howardwick!

As Mayor of Howardwick, I would like to personally invite you to our "Little City with a Big Heart"!

If you haven’t been, we encourage you to stay and play in Howardwick.

Currently we have three locally owned and operated Airbnb’s to choose from and lots of activities to keep you, your friends and family entertained.

We invite yo

Howardwick Mayor Tony Clemishire

Situated on Greenbelt Lake, in our community you can enjoy fishing and boating. We also have the Clarendon Country Club where you can take a dip in the pool, play a round of golf or just enjoy a meal at the Grill.

Our park is getting some new upgrades to keep the kids busy, and we also have a community center available to rent for your special occasions.

Welcome, visitors!

Why Howardwick?

LOCATION Howardwick is only minutes from US 287 and Interstate 40 but far from the traffic, hustle, and bustle of city life. Just five miles from 34

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Clarendon on State Hwy. 70 with shopping and dining.

COMMUNITY CENTER & PARK Kids' playground, RV parking, and a building for rent - complete with a kitchen, restrooms, and indoor/

outdoor seating - for all your party needs! Call City Hall at 806.874.2222 for more information!

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pool is open during the summer.

Dining room and bar open to the public.

COUNTRY CLUB Play golf year-round on a beautiful 18-hole course. A family swimming

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES Enjoy hiking, cycling and long walks around Howardwick and the lake.

COME STAY! Whether you are wanting to purchase for retirement, recreation, or relaxation, Howardwick would like to invite you to come and stay!

Photos courtesy Clarendon Country Club, Dusty Green, and Sandy Lynn Childress.

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Donley County Fast Facts Courthouse & Annex: 300 S. Sully, Clarendon Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Population: 3,258 Organized: 1881 County Seat: Clarendon Meetings: Commissioners Court: County Courthouse, Second Mondays at 9 a.m.

Total 2021 Tax Rate: $0.612776 per $100 valuation.

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Lake Greenbelt

LOCATION Situated along State Hwy. 70 about five miles north of Clarendon and 13 miles south of Interstate 40. Entrances on the north and south sides of the dam. Entry permits required. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times.

Filter Plant 806-874-3650 4610 Hwy 70 North Lakeside Marina 806-874-5111 4699 County Road 11 (South Lake Entrance) Open Daily 8-5 (Closed for season after first freeze.)

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or more than fifty years, Lake Greenbelt has provided drinking water for area communities and served as a center of recreation for tens of thousands of local and regional anglers and water sports enthusiasts.

As the single biggest ongoing tourist attraction in Donley County, Greenbelt is a major employer and contributor to the community and has built a reputation as a family friendly destination for fishing, boating, camping, and other outdoor activities.

The groundwork that eventually led to Lake Greenbelt was laid in 1950 when compact was signed between Donley, Armstrong, and Collingsworth county representatives. Attending that first meeting were C. B. (Cap) Morris and J. R. Porter, Ray J. Noblitt, W. Carroll Knorpp and W. S. Whaley.

Although the member communities changed over time, work moved steadily forward. On April 14, 1954, a bill was introduced before the 53rd Legislature, and Gov. Allen Shivers signed the Act creating the Greenbelt Municipal and Industrial Water Authority.

On March 29, 1966, contracts for the dam, filtration plant and pipeline were let. Construction price was $3,685,635.96, broken down into $1,795,514.06 for the dam; $624,941, filtration plant, and $1,230,180.90, pipeline. A month later, groundbreaking ceremonies were held.

Two years later, Lake Greenbelt opened with a five-day celebration that began on Wednesday, May 29, 1968.

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Opening Celebration, May 1968.

GENERAL MANAGER Bobbie Kidd BOARD OF DIRECTORS President: Phillip Self, Childress Directors: Walt Knorpp, Clarendon; Stacy Henry, Crowell; Leon Ward, Hedley; and K.D. McNabb, Quanah.

MEETINGS Third Tuesdays every other month at 11 a.m. (Location rotates among member cities.)

PERMITS Daily - $5 per person (15 and over). $5 per boat.

Annual - $50. (Permits run January 1 – December 31) RV Hook-ups - $18 / night (includes water and electric). 55 spots available.

Dogs must be on a leash.

James Kuhn, General Manager, 1968

Opening bids to build Lake Greenbelt.

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RECREATION AREAS Kincaid Park: Take south entrance. 25 RV hook-ups available.

Covered pavilion with water, 18-hole disc golf course, playground, barbecue grills, picnic tables, sand volleyball. Restrooms available.

Sandy Beach: Take north entrance. 30 RV hook-ups available.

Covered pavilions with water, covered picnic tables, barbecue grills, sand volleyball, playground.

Portable toilets available.

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Mulkey Est’d 1946

theatre

Clarendon's New Home for: new & classic movies concerts • public meetings conferences • private parties

Bring Back the Mulkey is a joint effort of the Clarendon Economic Development Corporation and the Bring Back the Mulkey Community Advisory Committee.

Regular Movie Times: Friday & Saturday @ 7:30 and Sunday @ 2:00 CHECK MULKEYTHEATRE.COM FOR UPDATED LISTINGS or call 806-874-SHOW.

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fter more than ten years of work, the Mulkey Theatre re-opened in 2019 to thrill movie goers again and provide a local venue for concerts, performing arts, dances, public meetings, and conferences.

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modern LED and neon lighting creates an inviting glow in downtown Clarendon at night.

Today's Mulkey Theatre features digital projection equipment, a new screen, stage lights, and a modern sound system.

New seats provide theatre attendees the most comfortable experience possible,

and those watching performances from the balcony can enjoy premium recliner seating and accommodations.

To learn more about upcoming movies or activities at the Mulkey Theatre or to book your birthday party or event, call 806-874-SHOW.

The tradition continues!

Chuckwagon Cookoff Since 1995, the Saints’ Roost Museum has paid tribute to the legendary Panhandle cattleman Col. Charles Goodnight with a cookoff in his honor on the fourth Saturday in September. Over the last two decades, the museum fundraiser has grown to be one of the most popular events Clarendon hosts and is considered as one of the best Chuckwagon cookoffs in the nation, receiving the 2014 Event Award from the American Chuck Wagon Association.

Gatlin Duncan cooks up chicken fried steak for the Honey-Do Spoiler Wagon during the 2017 Col. Charles Goodnight Chuckwagon Cookoff.

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drives and ranches everywhere, serving not only as a kitchen but also a post office, parlor, hospital, store room, and cowboy social center.

Every year, the Col. Charles Goodnight Chuckwagon Cookoff hosts more than a dozen cooking teams working on authentic wagons who go head-to-head to battle for cash prizes and bragging rights at one of the nation’s premier cookoffs.

When the colonel bolted a food box and folding table to the rear of a surplus army wagon in 1866, he probably never dreamed the impact his “Chuck” wagon would have throughout the West. The invention became commonplace on cattle

If you missed this year, we extend a special invitation for you to join us Saturday, September 25, 2021, for our next celebration of the Old West, which is gone but never forgotten. We know you will enjoy it, and we look forward to seeing you.

28TH ANNUAL Housed in the 1910 Adair Hospital, the Saints’ Roost Museum preserves the heritage of Donley County and the Texas Panhandle.

Exhibits include Native American artifacts and a focus on pioneer life with a special emphasis on philanthropist and JA Ranch founder Cornelia Adair, trailblazer Col. Charles Goodnight, and Western artist H.D. Bugbee. The Museum is also the home of transportation exhibits in the restored 1887 Ft. Worth & Denver City Railroad Depot.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 TRADE SHOW • HAY AUCTION • ENTERTAINMENT

SaintsRoostMuseum.com 806.874.2746 • TAKE HWY. 70 SOUTH

OPEN: Tues. - Sat. • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Local Utility Services CLARENDON WATER AND SEWER – Contact City Hall. Payments can be made at City Hall, or mailed to the city at PO Box 1089, Clarendon, TX 79226, or paid online at www.go2gov. net/go/clarendon.

ELECTRIC – Southwestern Electric Power Co. Customer service and new connections, 800-723-7430. Report outages, 866-223-8508. Payments can be made locally at Burton Memorial Library.

NATURAL GAS – GreenLight Gas: 806-447-1377.

Payments can be mailed to PO Box 1072, Wellington, TX 79095, or delivered in person to the office at 712 9th Street, Wellington, Texas.

TELEPHONE LANDLINES – Windstream Communication, 855-575-7625. Payments can be made locally at Burton Memorial Library.

CABLE TELEVISION – SuddenLink Communications.

Call 844-790-7475. Payments can be made locally at Burton Memorial Library.

INTERNET PROVIDERS – AMA-TechTel, 806-322-2222; SuddenLink Communciations, 844-790-7475; Windstream Communications, 855-5757625; and Wi-Power, 877877-6861.

HEDLEY WATER AND SEWER – Contact City Hall, 806-856-5241.

ELECTRIC – Southwestern Electric Power Co. Customer service and new connections, 800-723-7430. Report outages, 866-223-8508.

NATURAL GAS – GreenLight Gas: 806-447-1377.

Payments can be mailed to PO Box 1072, Wellington, TX 79095, or delivered in person to the office at 712 9th Street, Wellington, Texas.

TELEPHONE LANDLINES – Windstream Communication, 855-575-7625.

INTERNET PROVIDERS – AMA-TechTel, 806-322-2222; SuddenLink Communciations, 844-790-7475; Windstream Communications, 855-5757625; and Wi-Power, 877877-6861.

HOWARDWICK WATER – Red River Water Authority, 940-723-8697.

ELECTRIC – Greenbelt Electric Coop., 800-527-3082.

TELEPHONE LANDLINES – Windstream Communication, 855-575-7625 INTERNET PROVIDERS – Windstream Communications, 855-575-7625; and Wi-Power, 877-877-6861.

RURAL AREAS ELECTRIC – Greenbelt Electric Coop., 800-527-3082.

Southwestern Electric Power Co. , 800-723-7430.

TELEPHONE LANDLINES – Windstream Communication, 855-575-7625 PROPANE GAS – West Texas Gas, 806-874-2151

POWERING YOUR LIFE. EVERY DAY. Dependable electricity for your lifestyle. You might not think about it, but as an electric co-op member it’s something you can count on every day. That’s comforting to know, because nowadays electricity is essential to energizing our lives and keeping us connected more than ever before. And that’s a powerful thing.

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isitors to the Saints’ Roost Museum or the nearby Charles Goodnight Historical Center in Goodnight will notice both those locations are marked by 22-foot tall steel arrows painted in the traditional colors of the Comanches.

Those sculptures

by Charles A. Smith are just two among dozens of similar arrows across 52 counties in the Panhandle and South Plains installed to honor historical sites, events, and artifacts in museums that link this region to the Native Americans who last roamed this area. It is named after Quanah Parker to recognize his role as the chief of the Comanche people.

HUNT NO MORE The markers in Clarendon and Goodnight highlight the historic relationship between Quanah Parker and Col. Charles Goodnight, and the Native American artifacts and Red River Wars exhibits in the Museum as well as memorializing the presence of native people in this area. To learn more, visit www.quanahparkertrail.com.

STORAGE 874-2631

Hwy. 287 West & Hwy. 70 North

Owners Gary & Nena Hunt

Gary’s Cell: (806) 205-4016 Nena’s Cell: (806) 336-8576 Mailing Address: 509 S Cottage St., Clarendon, Tx 79226

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Quality Care

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General Family Medicine

Services Offered

State Immunizations Basic X-Rays & Lab Tests Monday-Thursday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Friday 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

806.874.3531

Drew Vlosich, DDS

CLARENDON Family Medical Center One Medical Drive • Clarendon, Texas

clarendonfamilymedical@gmail.com

TRUSTED Advice

EXPERIENCED

RESTORATIVE Composite Fillings Porcelain Crowns Fixed / Removable Bridges Full Dentures Partial Dentures Implant Restoration

COSMETIC Porcelain Veneers Teeth Whitening/Bleaching

SURGICAL Extractions - Same Day Wisdom Teeth Removal

ENDODONTICS Root Canal Therapy

806.874.5628

5 Medical Drive • Clarendon

GENERAL FAMILY DENTISTRY

Preventive, Cosmetic, Restorative, Surgical, and Endodontic Services.

www.ClarendonTxDental.com Office Hours: Thursdays: 8:30 a.m. to Noon & 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Closed Mon-Wed & Fri-Sun

Emergency or Weekends: 806-223-6255

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Shelton & Shelton James T. Shelton & Taylor J. Shelton Attorneys-at-Law

Joe Morrow,

222 S. Sully Street • Clarendon, Texas

P.O. Box 701 Claude, TX 79019 806.226.5023 806.681.7150

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PREVENTIVE Teeth Cleanings Oral Examinations Dental X-Rays Sealants Periodontal Therapy Oral Cancer Screenings

Law Office: 806-874-3591

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Taking care of your health & well being Clarendon Family Medical Center

806-874-3531 One Medical Drive, Clarendon, Texas Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday-Thursday, and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Friday.

Provides: General family medicine, state immunizations, basic X-rays and lab tests, and limited urgent care. Medicare and Medicaid accepted. One medical doctor and three physician’s assistants.

Clarendon, Texas Provides: 24/7 emergency response for all of Donley County with three licensed ambulances, six full-time and one parttime paramedics and 11 additional medics as needed. Offers classes in CPR, First Aid, and EMT training. Associated Ambulance Authority is a service of the Donley County Hospital District and paid for, in part, by local taxes.

Clarendon Dental Associates

Donley County Hospital District

806-874-5628 Five Medical Drive, Clarendon, Texas Open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdays Provides: Full service general dentistry including orthodontics, implantology, endodontics, and more.

Associated Ambulance Authority For Emergencies, Call 911 (Non-Emergencies 806-874-2233) Three Medical Drive

806-874-2233 Three Medical Drive Clarendon, Texas Provides: Countywide ambulance service (see above) and indigent care for qualified applicants.

Sky Fitness

806-874-0100 312 S. Kearney Street, Clarendon, Texas

Modern indoor fitness center with secure entry 24/7/365. Call for membership information.

Rhinehart Eldercare

806-874-5000 216 E. Fourth, Clarendon, Texas

Mike's Pharmacy

806-874-3554 US 287 West, Clarendon, Texas

Outpost Pharmacy 806-874-5202 US 287 West, Clarendon, Texas

Other Local Services: Home health services and hospice services are also available. Call the Visitor Center for information, 806-874-2421.

We go the extra mile to ensure you receive the pharmacy experience you deserve with...

• Tailored Care for Your Needs • Over-the-Counter Medications • Full Line of Vitamins • Friendly Service

“Your Hometown Pharmacy” Local Delivery Available

Open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Mike’s PHARMACY Call 874-3554 or Toll Free 800-766-2089 Hwy 287 West • Clarendon, Texas CLARENDON WELCOME GUIDE • SPRING / SUMMER 2022

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Restaurant

SPACE AVAILABLE

118 S. Kearney, Clarendon, Texas

5,000 TOTAL SF

3,000 SF in main dining Additional SF in basement The Clarendon Economic Development Corporation is soliciting proposals for a new restaurant in this historic building as a part of the community’s ongoing downtown revitalization.

CEDC incentives are available for serious investors.

IMPROVEMENTS • • •

NEW roof and windows.

NEW 3-phase electrical service NEW HVAC systems

AMENITIES •

• •

14,625 vehicles per day drive by this location on US 287, in the center of downtown at a stoplighted intersection with new crosswalks.

Original hardwood floors and restored slat board ceiling.

Neighboring ice cream parlor and historic Mulkey Theatre.

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THIS PROPERTY, CALL 806-205-0270.

Investing in the future...

FAÇADE GRANTS

The CEDC offers 80 percent grants up to a maximum of $20,000 to preserve, restore, or rehabilitate historic storefronts in the Central Business District and along the US 287 corridor. Applicants must follow CEDC guidelines and get board approval prior to beginning a project. For more information, visit ClarendonTX.com/FacadeGrants.

AQUATIC CENTER

In addition to direct economic incentives, the CEDC is authorized to fund quality of life projects to create or enhance amenities in the city, such as the new Clarendon Aquatic Center, which opened May 28, 2021. The CEDC provided $525,000 for the $2.7 million facility located downtown on the south end of Kearney Street.

ANTRO PLAZA

Now in its first stage, the CEDC's next downtown project will transform the former Antro Hotel site into an outdoor event space for musical performances, craft fairs, festivals, parties, and other activities. The proposal for the plaza utilizes the remaining walls of the 1927 hotel and calls for restrooms, an outdoor stage, a dance floor, picnic areas, and restoration of the old Antro sign.

The Clarendon Economic Development Corporation also provides direct business incentives, tourism grants, and community marketing. To learn more, stop by the Visitor Center at 110 S. Kearney, call 806.874.2421, or visit ClarendonTX.com.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

Houses of

CHURCH OF NAZARENE

Faith

CLARENDON

AGAPÉ CHRISTIAN CHURCH

712 E. 2ND (HWY. 287) SUN. SCHOOL: 9:30 A.M. • SUN. SERVICE: 10:30 A.M.

ARENA OF LIFE COWBOY CHURCH

214 S. KEARNEY PASTORS: BUNK & AMY SKELTON SUN. SCHOOL: 10:30 A.M. TUE. BIBLE STUDY: 7 P.M.

BODY OF CHRIST MINISTRIES

501 S. MCCLELLAND PASTOR: R.W. ELLERBROOK SATURDAY: 6 P.M. • SUNDAY DISCIPLESHIP CLASS: 9:30 A.M. SUN.: 10:30 A.M. • SUN. LIFE GROUP: 4:30 P.M. • WED.: 6:30 P.M.

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH

US 287 E • 874-3156 • REV. ROB SEALE SUN. SCHOOL: 10 A.M. SUN. SERVICE: 11 A.M. SUN. EVENING: 7 P.M.• WED.: 7 P.M.

CHRIST’S KIDS OUTREACH MINISTRY

209 S. HAWLEY • 874-2321 PASTOR: ALLEN POSEY SUN. SCHOOL: 9:30 A.M. SUN SERVICE: 11:00 A.M. WEDNESDAY: 7 P.M.

COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH 12148 FM 2162 • 874-0963 PASTOR: LARRY CAPRANICA SUN. SCHOOL: 10 A.M. SUN. SERVICE: 11 A.M. SUN. EVENING: 6 P.M. WED. COMMUNITY KIDZ 5:30 P.M. WED. ADULT BIBLE STUDY: 6 P.M.

FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD 4TH ST. & HWY. 70 SOUTH PASTOR: JASON HOUSTON SUN. SCHOOL: 9:30 A.M. SUN. SERVICE: 10:40 A.M. WED. BIBLE STUDY: 6:30 P.M.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

300 BUGBEE AVE. • 874-3833 REV. LANCE WOOD SUN. SCHOOL: 9:45 A.M. • SUN. SERVICE: 10:55 A.M. SUN. EVENING: 6 P.M. • KID’S ACTIVITIES: WED. 6 P.M. YOUTH STUDY: WED. 7 P.M. COLLEGE MINISTRY: WED. 9 P.M.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 120 E. THIRD ST. PASTOR: DR. KEN MCINTOSH SUNDAY SERVICE: 5 P.M.

HEDLEY

JESUS NAME APOSTOLIC CHURCH

CHURCH OF CHRIST

720 E. MONTGOMERY • 205-1149 REV. # 874-2078 REV. CALVIN BURROW SUN. SERVICES: 3 P.M. • WED.: 7 P.M.

110 E. SECOND ST MINISTER: STUART MESSER SUN. BIBLE CLASS: 10 A.M. SUN. SERVICE: 11 A.M. SUN. EVENING: 6 P.M. • WED.: 7:30 P.M.

KINGDOM HALL JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES

12120 US 287 (JUST WEST OF CLARENDON) 874-5020 PUBLIC MEETING & WATCHTOWER STUDY: SUNDAY: 10 A.M. BIBLE STUDY, CONGREGATIONAL THEOCRATIC MINISTRY SCHOOL & SERVICE MEETING TUESDAY: 7 P.M.

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH

ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH MONTGOMERY & MCCLELLAND FR. AROKIA RAJ SAMALA SUN. MASS 11 A.M.

ST. STEPHENS BAPTIST CHURCH 300 N. JEFFERSON ST. PASTOR: ROY WILLIAMS SUN. SCHOOL: 10 A.M. SUN. SERVICE: 11:15 A.M. WED.: 7 P.M. (WEATHER PERMITTING)

210 N. MAIN ST. • 856-5980 PASTOR: BRUCE HOWARD SUN. SCHOOL: 10 A.M. SUN.: 11 A.M. & 6 P.M. • WED.: 7 P.M.

235 RICK HUSBAND BLVD. • 874-3326 REV. JIM FOX SUN. SCHOOL: 10 A.M. SUN. SERVICE: 10:45 A.M. SUN. EVENING: 6 P.M. • WED.: 6 P.M.

OLD PATHS PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH

CHURCH OF CHRIST

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

301 N. JEFFERSON • ST. PASTOR: JEFF RILES SUN. SCHOOL: 10 A.M. SUN. SERVICE: 11:15 A.M. • WED.: 7 P.M.

TRUE CHURCH OF GOD & CHRIST

Worship DIRECTORY SPONSORED BY ROBERTSON FUNERAL DIRECTORS COUNTRY BLOOMERS FLOWERS & GIFTS WALLACE MONUMENT CO. McKINNEY MOTOR CO. GENE & KATHY HOMMEL

HEREFORD LANE AT HWY 70 • 673-1770 3RD SUNDAYS - DON MARTIN 4TH SUNDAYS - DON WATSON SERVICES: 10:30 A.M.

CLARENDON FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER

MARTIN

J&W LUMBER

US 287 W SUN. SCHOOL: 10 A.M. SUN. SERVICE: 11 A.M. SUN. EVENING: 6 P.M. • WED.: 7 P.M.

PILGRIM BANK

MARTIN BAPTIST CHURCH

THE GATHERING

623 W. FOURTH • 806-290-5328 PASTOR: REV. PHYLLIS COCKERHAM SUNDAY: 10 A.M. WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY: 7 P.M.

420 S. JEFFERSON • 874-3667 PASTOR: STEPHANIA GILKEY SUN. SERVICE: 11 A.M. SUN. SCHOOL: 9:50 A.M.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

300 S. CARHART • 874-2495 MINISTER: CHRIS MOORE SUN. BIBLE CLASS 9:30 A.M. SUN. SERVICE: 10:30 A.M. SUN. 6 P.M. • WED.: 7 P.M.

200 N. MAIN ST. PASTOR: STAN COSBY SUN. SERVICE: 11:00 A.M.

HOWARDWICK

301 S. PARKS ST. • 874-2511 REV. JIM AVENI SECOND SUNDAY SERVICE: 11 A.M.

416 S. KEARNEY • JANET CARTER 874-2007 SUN. BREAKFAST 9:30 A.M. SUN. PRAISE & WORSHIP 10 A.M. SUNDAY SCHOOL: 10:30 A.M. • WED.: 5 P.M.

FOURTH & PARKS LAY PASTOR: NANCY RUFF FELLOWSHIP: 10:30 A.M. SUN. SERVICE: 11 A.M.

FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

BRICE

BRICE DELIVERANCE TABERNACLE

PASTOR: LOUIS BENNETT SUNDAY: 9:45 A.M. • SUN. EVENING: 6 P.M. WED.: 6 P.M.

For corrections or additions to the Worship Directory, call The Clarendon Enterprise at: 874-2259

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Clarendon native hits Vegas jackpot

BY TED HARBIN, TWISTED RODEO

C

ole Franks is pretty reserved on a daily basis.

He doesn’t have a lot to say, but even the news he learned at the National Finals Rodeo left him virtually speechless.

“Wow,” he said after learning that he finished his rookie season with $227,422 in earnings. “That’s crazy.”

He sat stunned after earning $150,029 over 10 nights in the Nevada desert, aided in large part by finishing third in the aggregate race after riding 10 horses for a cumulative score of 860 points. It was an incredible way to conclude his inaugural season in the PRCA. “I don’t have the words to put to it,” said Franks, 20, of Clarendon. “It is definitely not what I expected when I started the year. It is life-changing money. It sets you up for years to come.”

He was just talking about his NFR earnings. It’s all gravy for the cowboy that almost didn’t get to compete on the rodeo trail after a rough winter and early spring because he didn’t have much money earned. If it hadn’t been for a big payday in San Angelo, Texas, he might not have had the success he had: Rookie of the Year and third place in the final bareback riding world standings.

He finished his first trip to ProRodeo’s grand championship with an 85.5-point ride on Pete Carr Pro Rodeo’s Dirty Jacket. Though he didn’t place, his score helped him maintain his spot in the aver-

Cole Franks rides at the NFR in Vegas in December 2021.

age, which paid him $44,414.

His traveling partner, Jess Pope, won the average title and just shy of $70,000 by having the best cumulative score.

Franks grew up idolizing some of rodeo’s greats. His father, Bret, is a three-time NFR qualifier in saddle bronc riding, but he also has handy friends who own bareback riding world championships: Mark Gomes and Jeff Collins.

But money has changed considerably in the last two decades since those men were awarded their gold buckles. Gomes finished his world-title campaign with

COURTESY PHOTO / ROBBY FREEMAN

$143,000, which is less than Franks earned over the last 10 days alone.

“I’ve always said it would be cool to compete against those guys back in the day,” he said. “Looking back at that, I’d much rather be now.

“It’s crazy how much it has changed. We are athletes, not just rodeo cowboys.

Tim (O’Connell) and Jess said that a lot this year. That really hit home. Rodeo has turned into rodeo athletes, not just cowboys anymore, and it shows.”

The money will spend, but the memories made will

last a lifetime. Franks is still in awe of his experience in Las Vegas and his magical season that included three college titles – bareback riding, all-around and part of the champion’s men’s team at Clarendon College – and enough money to buy a nice place in his hometown.

“It sets up everything for here next year,” Franks said, referring to another NFR qualification. “That’s the top goal for next year. Once I get here next year, the first goal is to get a gold buckle. I want to get that and more will come after that.”

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NATION

Clarendon College 806-874-3571 Toll Free: (800) 687-9737 1122 College Drive Clarendon, TX 79226

Fall 2021 Enrollment: 1,399 www.ClarendonCollege.edu President: Tex Buckhaults Board of Regents: Chairman Tommy Waldrop, Lon Adams, Dr. Guy Ellis, Chris Matthews, James Shelton, and Carey Wann.

Regular meetings: Third Thursdays at 6:00 p.m. in Bairfield Activity Center.

Mascot: Bulldogs Colors: Kelly Green & White Community college offering general education classes, technical programs, continuing education classes, and workforce development.

Locations in Clarendon, Pampa, Childress, Shamrock, and Amarillo.

Tex Buckhaults, President

Clarendon College

I

’d like to welcome you to Clarendon College where we strive to help you succeed.

At Clarendon College Our Tradition is Your Success, and we are proud of the acheivements our students have accomplished in 2021 with national championships for our men's rodeo, ranch horse, and meats judging teams.

Whatever it is you are searching for – general education courses for transfer, a specific career path through one of our Career/Technical Education or Workforce Development programs, or as simple as a course

for personal enrichment – we can help you!

Clarendon College offers a wide range of extracurricular activities for our students. Our drama department offers productions each semester and our athletic department fields teams in Volleyball, men’s and women’s Basketball, men’s and women’s Cross Country, Baseball, and Softball.

And of course, Clarendon College is also proud of our nationally-known Meats and Livestock Judging program as well as rodeo and ranch horse teams.

You will find our faculty and staff to be supportive of you as you pursue your educational

CC President Tex Buckhaults

goals and dreams. If you need further information, please stop by one of our campuses in Clarendon, Pampa, Childress, Amarillo, or Shamrock or call us at 1-800-687-9737.

It’s a great day to be a Bulldog!

What’s New: Clarendon College students brought home several national recognitions during 2021, including the Champion Men's Rodeo Team at the College Nationa Finals Rodeo led by Cole Franks winning the Bareback Riding and All Around titles, the College National Meat Judging Team, and the NRSHA National Champion Ranch Horse Team.

CC sophomore Cole Franks rides at the College National Finals in 2021.

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CLARENDON COLLEGE by the numbers

#1* in

Texas

2.6 YEARS

AVERAGE TIME TO

ASSOCIATE DEGREE State Average - 3.9 years

*Tied with Ranger College.

50.9% FALL 2021

GRADUATION RATE

AVERAGE TUITION & FEES $3,600 CLARENDON COLLEGE

$9,040

6-Year Full-TimeGraduation Rate State Average is 42.2%

ENROLLMENT

1,399 86.4%

WEST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY

$11,600 TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY

20:1

STUDENT TO TEACHER RATIO

CC DUAL CREDIT STUDENTS PERSIST IN COLLEGE AFTER GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL

State Average is 86.6%

TRANSFER STUDENT GRADUATION RATE AT WEST TEXAS A&M & TEXAS TECH

22.0%

TRANSFER

TO 4-YEAR UNIVERSITY

70%

Source: 2021 Higher Education Almanac: http://www.thecb.state.tx.us

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Clarendon Public Schools

n behalf of the Clarendon CISD student body, staff, and board of trustees, it is my distinct honor to welcome you to our family-centered community steeped in a rich history that dates back to the late 1800s.

Clarendon Consolidated Independent School District 416 W. Allen, Clarendon, Texas Administration: 806-874-2062 High School: 806-874-2181 Junior High: 806-874-3232 Elementary: 806-874-3855 Class 2A

Enrollment: 446

www.ClarendonISD.net Superintendent: Jarod Bellar School Board: President Wayne Hardin, Kyle Davis, Robin Ellis, Wes Hatley, Chuck Robertson, Chrisi Tucek, and Zack Robinson.

Meetings: Second week of the month. Day varies with school activities.

Our goal at CCISD is to add to that history while providing a quality education in a safe, supportive environment where student success in paramount. We want to encourage, empower, and equip all students to achieve their full potential.

again advanced to the UIL BiDistrict Competition with their performance of "On Golden Pond." UIL Academic and Athletic opportunities in the spring afford Clarendon CISD students the ability to showcase their talents and compete for advancement to regional state level competitions.

We have upgraded technology in each classroom throughout the district with Promethean ActivPanels that enhances connectivity and the learning experience for all Clarendon CISD students.

We are proud of our Bronco Our district strives to basketball team, which has won back-to-back UIL 2A State provide the best educational experiences and opportunities Championships! for every student through high quality instruction and a wide We also celebrate the Bronco Band, which brought variety of opportunities for students to get involved and home a sweepstakes trophy this spring, receiving a Division enhance their leadership skills.

One rating in concert and Clarendon CISD has a sightreading competition. long tradition of excellence in The CHS One Act Play once

Clarendon Superintendent Jarod Bellar

providing students with an educational experience that prepares them to be wellrounded members of the community and to build a successful future.

We take great pride in our community as well as in our past and current students. Once a Broncho, always a Bronco!

Welcome to Clarendon!

Mascot: Broncos Colors: Maroon & White

What’s New: Two grants are currently helping improve CCISD. The MIZ Grant (Math Innovation Zone) is intended to improve math scores and instruction through the implementation of blended learning. This school year, the Kindergarten, 3rd, & 6th grades are participating to be joined by the 1st, 4th, and 7th, then 2nd, 5th, & 8th in successive years. The READ Grant seeks to improve and enhance 2nd, 3rd, and 5th reading education; teaching new ELAR TEKS and effective instructional techniques & strategies.

Everyday CCISD staff is working to prepare our students for life after a high school diploma. Check the website to see this in action: https:// bit.ly/2B11w0L Clarendon's 2022 State Basketball Championship Team and Sweepstakes winning band.

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ENTERPRISE PHOTOS

Generation to Generation

We’ve been here since the beginning,

and we’ve seen a lot... the relocation of the town, saloons, murders, a hanging, prohibition and its demise, the birth of a college, floods and droughts, the rise of a dam, war, peace, life, and death.

The successes and heartbreaks of our community.

Recorded for the people of the time and for posterity.

Our duty then. Our commitment for the future.

Enterprise the

Clarendon

THE DONLEY COUNTY LEADER

& THE CLARENDON NEWS

Spreading the word since 1878.

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Hedley Public Schools W Hedley Consolidated Independent School District 806-856-5323 301 Jones Street Hedley, Texas 79237 Class A

Enrollment: 119

www.HedleyISD.net Superintendent: Garrett Bains School Board: President Dana Bell, Bruce Howard, Shauna Herbert, Cindy Lambert, Michael Metcalf, Troy Monroe, and Carole Ward.

elcome to Hedley CISD, where our rich academic success resonates as we prepare each one of our student’s to become their very best.

Our district proudly offers small teacherstudent ratios with proven student success as we have achieved the highest ranking the state of Texas awards to public schools.

Our students have access to utilize technology to support their academic growth, featuring a 1 to 1

ratio with Chrome books.

For our high school students who are eager to begin their collegiate studies, all are eligible for free duel credit classes from Clarendon College.

Hedley CISD offers many extracurricular activities including athletics, FFA, and UIL competitions. We are excited about the future of Hedley CISD If you would like more

Hedley Superintendent Garrett Bains

information, please feel free to contact us. Go, OWLS

Meetings: Third Mondays at 6:30 p.m.

Mascot: Owls Colors: Green & White HEDLEY CISD MISSION STATEMENT To provide a safe and exciting learning environment which instills confidence and self-motivation where students, teachers, parents, and community work together to educate students. In a way that: *All students will achieve their full educational and social potential. *Provides a well-balanced and appropriate curriculum for all students. *Maintains effective and qualified personnel. *Will encourage parents to be supportive and active in the education of their children.

So that the educational experience provides the opportunity for success and enables them to take control of their lives and be productive citizens.

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The Hedley Independent School District Elementary Second Graders worked all school year collecting aluminum pull tabs for the Ronald McDonald House Charities. Their collection weighed in at 133 lbs.

ENTERPRISE PHOTO / KARI LINDSEY HEDLEY SCHOOL SONG

“Alma Mater, friend of youth we’ll call you, Ever faithful love we bring to you; O take the honor grateful hearts are giving, Take our trusts for dreams come true.”

“Alma Mater, down the paths we’re going, We will take our golden memories; Of by-gone days of sun and sunshine over Laughter, tears...for you are part of these.”

“Dear Hedley High School, we’ll be ever loyal, We will pledge our faith for every day; Throughout the years you’ll stand in memory royal Guiding us to truth always.”

CHAMBER of COMMERCE A Fine Feathered Nest PO Box 795 311 E. Second Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-1767 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 43.

Amanda's Country Soaps 4240 Hwy 70 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-626-9586 Best Western Red River Inn PO Box 120 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-0160 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 19.

The Bridge 804 Quail Creek Drive Amarillo, TX 79124 Broken Road Liquor Store PO Box 203 Hedley, TX 79237 806-208-4001 Burton Memorial Library 217 S. Kearney Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3625 Charles S. Middleton & Son Farm & Ranch Sales Clint Robinson 1507 13th Lubbock, TX 79401 806-763-5331 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 25.

City of Clarendon PO Box 1089 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3438 City of Hedley PO Box 185 Hedley, TX 79227 806-856-5241 City of Howardwick 245 Rick Husband Blvd.

Howardwick, TX 79226-8207 806-874-2222 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 34.

City of Howardwick VFD 247 Rick Husband Blvd.

Howardwick, TX 79226-8207 806-874-2222 Clarendon College PO Box 968 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3571 SEE OUR ADS ON PAGES 17 & 51.

Clarendon Consolidated Independent School District PO Box 610 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-2062 Clarendon Country Club PO Box 856 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-2863 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 32.

Clarendon Dental Associates PO Box 749 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-5628 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 44.

Clarendon Economic Development Corporation PO Box 826 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-2421 SEE OUR ADS ON PAGES 46 & 56.

Clarendon Enterprise P.O. Box 1110 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-2259 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 53.

Clarendon Family Medical PO Box K Clarendon, TX 79227 806-874-3531 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 44.

Clarendon Housing Authority PO Box 945 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-2458 Clarendon KLM PO Box 1170 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-5110 Clarendon Lions Club PO Box 1081 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-2259 Clarendon Outdoor Entertainment Association PO Box 61 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3544 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 5.

Clarendon Veterinary Hospital PO Box H Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3544 Cornell’s Country Store PO Box 1300 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-6773 Country Bloomers Flowers & Gifts PO Box 961 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-2508 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 30.

Diversified Waste Management 13511 Indian Hill Rd. Amarillo, TX 79124 806-371-0120 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 10.

Donley County Senior Citizens PO Drawer B Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-2665 Donley County State Bank PO Box 967 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3581 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 23.

Directory of Member Businesses & Organizations

Evans Air PO Box 1104 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-277-9766 Every Nook & Cranny PO Box 171 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3335 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 9.

First United Methodist Church PO Box 157 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3667 Fletcher Properties PO Box 435 Claude, TX 79019 806-681-9079 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 24.

Floatin' T Boutique 4850 FM 1260 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-663-1333 Floyd’s Automotive Supply PO Box 40 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-2755 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 26.

Floyd Brothers, Inc. PO Box 58 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-662-5985 Garrison Food Market PO Box 231 Shamrock, TX 79079 806-256-3552 Golden Jewel RV Park PO Box 758 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-277-9736 Great Western Dining PO Box 968 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-2282 Greenbelt Electric Coop., Inc. PO Box 948 Wellington, TX 79095 806-447-2536 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 42.

Hedley Senior Citizens Association PO Box 216 Hedley, TX 79237 806-856-0143 Henson's PO Box 821 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3517 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 26.

Herring Bank PO Box 947 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3556 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 2.

Hunt No More Storage 509 S. Cottage Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-2631 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 43.

J & W Lumber PO Box 888 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-2000 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 27.

JD RV Park Hwy. 70 South Clarendon, TX 79226 806-206-9518 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 19.

J R Graham Motor Grader 518 S Collinson Clarendon, TX 79226 806-674-1867 Jobob's Service 4675 FM 2944 Hedley, Tx 79237 806-205-0270 KLSR Radio P.O. Box 400 Memphis, TX 79245 806-259-3511 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 37.

Kevin Johnson Silversmith PO Box 841 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-205-0435 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 20.

Knorpp Insurance Agency PO Drawer A Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3521 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 22.

Koetting Enterprises 12001 CR U Lelia Lake, TX 79240 806-654-5000

Monroe's Barber Shop PO Box 836 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-983-0434 Monroe’s Peach Ranch 4275 US Hwy. 287 Hedley, TX 79237 806-856-5933 Morrow Drilling PO Box 250 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-662-3943 Mulkey Theatre PO Box 826 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-SHOW SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 40.

Michael & Anndria Newhouse Farm 4797 CR 6 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-663-1465 Nutrien Ag Solutions PO Box 188 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3360 Pearson Construction 4091 CR 24 Hedley, TX 79237 806-674-8850 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 7.

Security Abstract Company PO Box 673 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3511 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 44.

Shelton & Shelton Attorneys PO Box 1370 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3591 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 44.

Sonic Drive In P.O. Box 155 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-0483 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 7.

Speed’s Tire Unlimited US 287 West Clarendon, TX 79226 806-206-3862 Studio E Creative PO Box 1149 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-662-4687 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 9.

Southwestern Electric Power Co. 1700 Ave. G NW Childress, TX 79201

Tommy Hill Construction PO Box 1315 Clarendon, TX 79226 Phelps Plumbing Heating & Air 806-576-9321 304 Sailfish Wallace Monument Howardwick, TX 79226 PO Drawer N 806-874-1675 Clarendon, X 79226 Pilgrim Bank 806-874-2442 PO Box 985 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 32.

Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-2080 Western Skies Motel Rambling Ranch Boutique PO Box 1026 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-886-0679

Liberty Electric PO Box 1226 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-335-0918 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 20.

Robertson Funeral Home PO Box 1090 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3515 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 48.

Lowe’s Pay & Save Ace Hardware PO Box 130 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3164

Rowe Point Ranch 4091 CR 24 Hedley, TX 79237 806-674-8850 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 18.

McKinney Motor Co. PO Box 815 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3457

Saints Roost Expedition Co. 257 Carroll Creek Howardwick, TX 79226 512-983-1087

Mike’s Pharmacy PO Box 770 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3554 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 45.

Saints’ Roost Museum PO Box 781 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-2746 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 41.

Moffit Hardware PO Box 249 Hedley, TX 79237 806-856-5202

Sandell Drive-In PO Box 250 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-662-3943

PO Box 1004 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-874-3501

Whitaker Real Estate 4600 I-40 West, Ste. 101 Amarillo, TX 79106 806-356-6100 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 25.

For directory corrections or to become a member of the Chamber, call 806-874-2421.

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