On behalf of our fine city, I would like to welcome you to Clarendon. We greet you with great delight, and we hope you find this a great place to call home no matter if you are a new resident or a shortterm visitor. Clarendon is sure to have something of interest for everyone.
We have a lot to be proud of in Clarendon, and we are excited to share it with you. Our newest attraction, the Clarendon Aquatics Center, which opened in 2021, is open six days a week during the summer months from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. 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 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 office is open daily Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.
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 is celebrated its 125th anniversary last year. In addition to excellence in academics, the Rodeo
Team and Ranch Horse Team have gained national recognition 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 raising funds for a new building project to expand the facilities for additional exhibition space. 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 Donley 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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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
In1878, 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
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.
On 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 and County Treasurer and is venue for the 100th District Judge. It also is the site for the meetings of the County Commissioners and provides space for the Grand Jury.
Visitors are welcome in the oldest functioning courthouse in the Panhandle. The courthouse lawn is the site of the annual Saints’ Roost Celebration on July 6 this summer, and you will want to come by for the Christmas lighting ceremony as well on Saturday,
November 30.
County government is directed by the Commissioners Court, comprised of four Commissioners, elected from each of the four precincts, and the county Judge, elected at large. Generally, Texas counties provide the essential things that make our communities livable: roads and bridges, law enforcement and corrections, a court system to protect our legal rights, secure storage of our important public records and protection against threats to public health and safety.
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.
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 8 to 5.
Visitors Welcome!
houses offices for tax collection, vehicle registration and transfers, and maintaining public records, deeds and birth certificates as well as voter registration and the supervision of elections.
The Courthouse Annex
Justice Courts are maintained by the Justices of the Peace with offices in Hedley and in Clarendon.
As provider of public safety, the Sheriff’s Office is responsible for making Donley County one of the safest communities in the area, if not the entire state.
And we are proud to be able to provide 24hour on-duty officers, a rarity
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.
FOR MORE THAN 100 YEARS, the Clarendon Chamber of Commerce has worked to promote the development of Clarendon and Donley County. Any individual, business, or organization 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, Monday-Friday, 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, significant anniversary, or a change of ownership.
Employee of the Month: One Chamber member employee is recognized by the Chamber each month as the Employee of the Month. Nominations are accepted throughout the year.
Promotion: Chamber members have the opportunity and are encouraged to display their business cards and brochures at the Visitor Center for easy access by newcomers to our city. The Chamber also shares information about Chamber members on social media.
Networking: The Chamber hosts 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 or visit online at ClarendonTX.com.
MONDAY
SEPTEMBER 2
Labor Day Scramble. Clarendon Country Club. Call 806-8742166 to register.
THURSDAY
SEPTEMBER 12
Hedley Lions Club Chicken BBQ. Hedley School Park, 6 p.m.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
SEPTEMBER 14-15
Men's & Women's Championship.
Clarendon Country Club. Call 806-8742166 to register.
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
SEPTEMBER 21-22
One-Person Scramble. Clarendon Country Club. Call 806-8742166 to register.
THURSDAY
SEPTEMBER 26
"We're Here" - Texas Panhandle Wildfire Documentary. Mulkey Theatre, 7:00 p.m.
FRIDAY
SEPTEMBER 27
Clarendon High School Homecoming
• Broncos v. Lockney, 7:30 p.m.
SATURDAY
SEPTEMBER 28
Charles Goodnight Chuckwagon Cookoff. Saints’ Roost Museum, 10 a.m. See page 18.
SATURDAY
OCTOBER 5
REFZ Ride for Kids Fun Run. Mulkey Theatre, 8 a.m. Register online at ClarendonTX.com.
SUNDAY
OCTOBER 6
Six Person Skins Tournament Clarendon Country Club. Call 806-8742166 to register.
THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY
OCTOBER 10, 11, 12
Stampede Rodeo. CC Livestock & Equine Center • 7 p.m. nightly • FREE ADMISSION
SATURDAY
OCTOBER 12
Hedley Cotton Festival. Bingo, Parade, Barbecue and more!
SUNDAY
OCTOBER 20
Bonnie & ClydeTexas Comedies Performance. Mulkey Theatre, 1:30 p.m. Tickets and info at MulkeyTheatre.com.
THURSDAY
OCTOBER 24
Donley County Health Fair. Bairfield Activity Center • 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Call 8742141 for details.
SATURDAY
OCTOBER 26
Spookfest '24. Downtown Clarendon, • Costume Contest
• Games • Trunk or Treat @ 5 p.m. • FREE Mulkey movie @ 7 p.m.
SATURDAY
OCTOBER 26
Costume Shamble / Scramble. Clarendon Country Club. Call 806874-2166 to register.
THURSDAY
OCTOBER 31
Howardwick Halloween McMorries Park, 7:00 p.m. Truck or Treating Call 874-2222 for details.
OCTOBER TBA Agriculture Literacy Day. Donley County Activity Center • AgriLife Extension hosts area school kids to learn about ag. Call 806-874-2141 for info.
FRIDAY
NOVEMBER 1
Clarendon Lions Club
Pancake Supper. Clarendon School Cafeteria, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
SATURDAY
NOVEMBER 30
Small Business
Saturday & Christmas in Clarendon. Savings
BY TED HARBIN, TWISTED RODEO
They almost pulled it off.
Two Clarendon College cowboys put on a whale of a show during the 2024 College National Finals Rodeo in June and left their mark on everyone in Casper, Wyoming. They came up just a few points short of claiming the men’s team title, but they’re pretty excited about being the runners-up.
“I think it shows what Clarendon College is all about,” said Weston Timberman, a sophomore from Columbus, Montana, who won his second straight bareback riding crown. “It’s a nojoke school. If you go to Clarendon, you go there to ride bucking animals, and I think we’ve proven that time and time again.
“It shows how dominant we can be coming out of Clarendon. If we had six guys at the college finals, we would be unstoppable.”
The numbers prove his point. He was joined in Casper by Wacey Schalla, a freshman from Arapaho, Oklahoma, who qualified for the finale in both bareback riding and bull riding. Schalla finished as the titlist in both bull riding and the allaround, earning a spot in championship round in both events.
Early on, nobody was in more control. He won each of the first three rounds of bull riding and shared the first-round victory in bareback riding with Timberman and Bradlee Miller of Sam Houston State University.
“The college finals went really good, and it will dang sure be a good head start heading into the summer,” Schalla said. “Weston Timberman and I cleaned house as much as we could.”
That they did. In addition to sharing the opening-round victory, Timberman won the second round and finished second in the third. He tied for fourth in the final round to claim the aggregate championship. Schalla finished
11th in the second and third rounds of bareback riding, then joined Timberman in that tie for fourth in the short round to finish sixth in the aggregate. Though he didn’t cover his bull on the final night, he won the aggregate with 247.5 points on three rides, just one point ahead of Zeke Martinez of Wharton County Junior College.
“The all-around was a pretty big deal to me,” Schalla said. “That’s my goal next year in the PRCA … to win the all-around. To win the college finals’ allaround is a big help.
“I love the bull riding, because that’s what I’ve been doing since I was young. I just started riding bareback horses at the end of my sophomore year in high school. Now, it’s a big priority to win the all-around, because I enjoy doing them both.”
It was almost as if Timberman and Schalla worked in unison to build something special over the seven-day championship.
“It was awesome,” Timberman said. “We came in there as a two-man team, and between the two of us ended up winning six rounds, two event national titles, the all-around title and a bunch of awards and saddles. It was a pretty cool thing to be part of, and we showed up when it mattered.”
The duo added three more national championships to an already stellar program, which won team titles in 2021 and 2023. Combined, the Clarendon men have accumulated 10 titles since Bret Franks became coach in 2015. Saddle bronc rider Wyatt Casper was the first in 2016, followed by Riggin Smith in 2019. Cole Franks won both the bareback riding and all-around crowns in 2021.
Each titlist already has a billboard in Clarendon that sings the praises of their accomplishments. Timberman’s will probably have to be redone, but Schalla
Clarendon College Rodeo Team members Wacey Schalla and 2024 at the College National Finals Rodeo up against teams
will have his likeness and pair of championships listed for all to see when they come through the Texas Panhandle community.
“Where I’m from is only two hours from Clarendon,” he said.
“When I was 15 years old, I was getting on saddle bronc horses, so I’d go over there every week and practice with Bret. I knew I wanted to go there because of the practice facility and the opportunity that gives guys.
“Bret is a great coach, and he’s going to help you out as much as he can.”
Bret Franks rode broncs for a living and qualified for the National Finals Rodeo three times before he got into coaching. His first stop was at his alma mater at Oklahoma Panhandle State University, where he led the men to two national titles in 1997-98. His approach has worked for more than 25 years.
Weston Timberman rides to victory in the Bareback competition in the CNFR in 2023.
It’s time to saddle up and get ready for a fun ride as the Clarendon College Stampede welcomes more than 700 entries to its NIRA rodeo Thursday-Saturday, October 10-12, 2024, at the indoor Matlock Arena of the CC Livestock & Equine Center on US 287.
and Weston Timberman nearly won the men’s title in June teams of six men.
“Bret has been there and done that, so if I have any questions with entering or anything else, I can trust him enough to help me out,” Schalla said.
With Schalla and Timberman controlling the message, Clarendon College came close to pulling off the improbable win. The Bulldogs finished with 820 points, just 75 points shy of the champion, Tarleton State University of Stephenville, Texas.
COURTESY PHOTO
“We went into the short round leading it by a little bit,” Timberman said. “We had just me and Wacey in the short round, and Tarleton had five guys in the short round. We didn’t quite get it pulled off like we’d hoped, but I think it was still cool to prove a point with two guys.”
Yes, it was.
In addition to getting to see CC's nationally recognized rodeo teams perform at home, spectators will also enjoy 15 other college and university rodeo teams will compete at the event as well.
Qualifying events will be held all day with regular performances being held at 7:00 p.m. each evening.
Admission to the evening performances is free, and concessions will be available. Rodeo events will include bull riding, barrel racing, bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, and more.
For more information about the Stampede, call Clarendon College at 806-874-3571.
Clarendon’s historic Kearney Street is experiencing a rebirth following a grant-funded Downtown Revitalization project and years of work by the city and the CEDC.
The first phase of new sidewalks and streetlighting has been completed in the 100 block, and the city has now been awarded a second grant by the Texas Department of Agriculture to improve sidewalks, ramping, and lighting on Kearney Street in the 200 block.
Completion of the new sidewalks and lighting in the 100 block coincided with the opening of REFZ Sports Bar & Grill in November of 2023, which was a project of the CEDC.
REFZ has been a very popular addition to downtown bringing tremendous traffic to the Central Business District seven days a week and giving Clarendon a "big city" vibe in
a small town. The new restaurant's proximity to the Stocking Ice Cream Parlor and the Mulkey Theatre provides a unique experience for visitors to downtown.
And the future just looks brighter with the city and economic developers believing sucess breeds success.
In addition to the second block of new sidewalks and lights coming in the next few months, the CEDC has completed new directory signage for downtown, and, working with a public advisory committee, is moving forward with the development of the former Antro Hotel site to create a downtown outdoor event space for musical performances, craft fairs, festivals, parties, and other activities.
The Antro Plaza located at First and Kearney will utilize the surviving walls of the 1927 hotel, and proposed plans call for the development of restrooms, an outdoor
stage, a dance area, picnic and/or seating areas, and restoration of the old Antro neon sign.
Revitalization of downtown has been a long range goal of both the city and the CEDC. Starting in 2008, the CEDC has offered grants to property owners in the Central Business District to rehabilitate storefronts, and more than $32,000 of EDC funds have been invested since that time.
In 2016, the vision of a revitalized downtown Clarendon received its first public viewing with plans that were prepared as part of an agreement between the CEDC and Texas Tech University’s College of Architecture.
Tech faculty and students performed laser scans of buildings along Kearney and Sully streets between First and Fourth Streets. Those
detailed measurements and images were then paired with historic photos of Clarendon, and students created new drawings of what a rehabilitated and revitalized Clarendon could look like with the year 1927 as a baseline.
The $17,000 project was used as the basis for the CEDC's Historic Façade Grant Program guidelines, which were approved in 2018. Applications for the historic and traditional facade grant programs are available online at ClarendonTX.com/facadegrants.
In 2019, the CEDC re-opened the 1946 Mulkey Theatre after a $1 million renovation; and in 2021, the city opened the Clarendon Aquatics Center on the south end of Kearney Street at cost of $2.7 million thanks to generous private donations, a Texas Parks & Wildlife Department grant and the use of city and CEDC funds.
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, 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, and bar service available. Rent $200 per day for members; $400 per day for non-members.
Swimming Pool (seasonal)
806-874-2166
100 Porter Drive Howardwick, Texas
CLARENDON LIONS HALL
806-874-2259
111 W. Fourth Clarendon, Texas
Indoor meeting facility with restrooms
and full kitchen. Seating and tables for 75 people. Call for rental rates.
CLARENDON OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT ASSN.
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 $250 per day.
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.
DONLEY CO. ACTIVITY CENTER
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.
DONLEY COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER
806-874-2665
115 E. Fourth, Clarendon, Texas
Indoor facility with restrooms and full kitchen. Tables and chairs for 100. Rent $100.
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. Class reunions, birthday parties, dances, and dinner seating up to 60 people. Call 806-874-2421.
ROWE POINT RANCH
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.
SANDELL DRIVE-IN
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.
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 three decades, the museum fundraiser has grown to be considered as one of the best Chuckwagon cookoffs in the nation, receiving the 2014 Event Award from the American Chuck Wagon Association.
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 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.
Join us Saturday, September 28, 2024, for our next celebration of the Old West, which is gone but never forgotten.
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.
30TH
SEPTEMBER 28, 2024
ARENA
PASTOR:
7 P.M. CLARENDON METHODIST CHURCH
PASTOR: LARRY CAPRANICA SUN. SCHOOL: 10 A.M. SUN. : 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.
JESUS NAME APOSTOLIC CHURCH
720 E. MONTGOMERY • 205-1149
420 S. JEFFERSON • 874-3667 SUN. : 11 A.M. SUN. SCHOOL: 9:45 A.M. BRO. RYAN QUIST COMMUNITY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH 12148 FM 2162 • 874-0963
REV. # 874-2078 REV. CALVIN BURROW SUN. SERVICES: 3 P.M. • WED.: 7 P.M.
KINGDOM HALL JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES
12120 US 287 • 874-5020
PUBLIC MEETING & WATCHTOWER STUDY: SUNDAY: 10 A.M. BIBLE STUDY, CONGREGATIONAL THEOCRATIC MINISTRY SCHOOL & SERVICE MEETING TUESDAY: 7 P.M.
SANDELL DRIVE-IN MINISTRY
12 MEDICAL CENTER DR. • 874-0685
PASTOR: JOHN MORROW
SUNDAY SERVICE: 10 AM
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH
301 S. PARKS ST. • 874-2511 REV. JIM AVENI SECOND SUNDAY SERVICE: 11 A.M.
ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH MONTGOMERY & MCCLELLAND FR. BALA SWAMY POLLISETTI 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.
THE GATHERING
623 W. FOURTH • 806-290-5328
PASTOR: REV. PHYLLIS COCKERHAM SUNDAY: 10 A.M. WED. BIBLE
HOTELS / MOTELS
Best Western Red River Inn
806-874-0160
902 W. 2nd, Clarendon bestwestern.com
Western Skies Motel
806-874-3501
800 W. 2nd, Clarendon
BED & BREAKFAST
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
AIRBnB LISTINGS
The Pine Shed - Howardwick Stay Inn & Game - Clarendon
RV PARKS
Camper Corral RV Park
806-341-2901
3500 East Hwy 287 East of Clarendon
JD RV Park
806-206-9518
Hwy 70 South, Clarendon
Greenbelt RV Hook-Ups
806-874-5111 (summer)
806-874-3650 (winter) Hwy. 70 North
Watson’s RV Park
806-874-3770
2990 West Hwy 287 West of Clarendon
Golden Jewel RV Park
806-277-9736 East US 287 & Thurman Clarendon
FEATURES
Chad Holland Real Estate
940-937-2200
ChadHollandRealEstate.com
Chas. S Middleton & Son
— Clint Robinson, Agent 806-786-3730
ChasSMiddleton.com
Linda M. Naylor Real Estate
806-204-0005
420 S. Sully, Clarendon
LMNaylorRealEstate.com
Lori Horner Realty Group
Patrick & Stephanie Church, Realtors
806.452.5250
AmarilloHouseHunters.com
Rafter R Realty
806-341-4197
RafterRRealty.com
Ruthardt Real Estate Group
Ethan Babcock - Realtor
806-584-3313
ethan.RuthardtRealEstateGroup.com
USA Land & Ranch LLC
806-346-3583
USALandRanch.com
Whitaker Real Estate
806-356-6100
WhitakerRealEstate.com
Fletcher Properties 806-674-7064
Billie Shaffer 806-874-3287
Jimmy Riley 806-678-1825
Austin Adams 806-205-0199
Tommy Hill 806-576-9321
June Davis 806-382-6083
Harper Rentals 806-359-1199
Odima Investments 806-874-0100
Ricardo Santillan 405-880-0408
John Briggs 806-881-9619
Clarendon Housing Authority 806-874-2458
Hedley Community Development 806-856-9838 For additions or corrections, call 806-874-2259.
Celebrate Christmas in Clarendon during with a weekend full of activities November 29 through December 1, 2024.
Starting on Black Friday, November 29, and continuing Saturday, November 30, local merchants will have sales running throughout the weekend. Check out the specials advertised in The Clarendon Enterprise’s Holiday Gift Guide available that week at ClarendonLive.com.
The Clarendon Chamber of Commerce will support the weekend with promotions and the opportunity for shoppers to win Clarendon Cash. Visit ClarendonTX.com for details on holiday shopping promo-
JIM CARREY stars in
tions from the Chamber.
Saturday night will also feature the annual Courthouse Christmas Lighting at the 1890 Donley County Courthouse. Santa arrives on the square at 5:00 and the lighting ceremony takes place at 6:00 followed by other activies downtown, which will be listed on ClarendonTx.com.
The holiday fun continues Sunday evening, December 1, at 6:00 with a special showing of How the Grinch Stole Christmas at the Mulkey Theatre, complete with elves, Santa Claus, and the Grinch himself! Admission for this event is a donation to the Donley County Community Fund.
City Hall
313 S. Sully Street
806-874-3438
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
What’s new? The city finished a grant-funded Downtown Revitalization Project in the 100 block of S. Kearney Street last fall. A second grant has now been approved to fund improvements in the 200 block. The city is also recently finished street improvements on the east side of town
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.
City Administrator: Brian Barboza
City Secretary: Machiel Covey
Public Works Director: John Molder
Municipal Judge: Richard Green
Elected Officials
Mayor: Jacob Fangman
City Council: Aldermen
Tommy Hill (mayor protem), Ashlee Estlack, Terri Floyd, and Eulaine McIntosh.
Meetings:
Second Thursdays at City Hall at 5:30 p.m.
Website: CityofClarendonTx.com
2023 Tax Rates:
Property Tax:$0.610083 per $100 valuation Sales Tax: 2%
Clarendon Volunteer Fire Department
Location: 119 S. Sully
Street Fire Chief: Jeremy Powell
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 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 Dis-
trict. In cooperation with the school, baseball and softball fields are adjacent to Prospect Park, and public tennis and basketball courts are on the school campus at Fifth and Allen Streets.
Trash / Recycling Metal and appliances along with construction and demolition debris, 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 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: $9
Two-Wheel Trailer load: $18
Stock Trailer load: $37.50
Large Trailer load: $52.50
Appliances w/ compressor: $22.50
Tree Limbs: Free for residents. $30 Commercial. $15 non-resident. Dump Truck load: $75 Mattress: $15
Utilities: See page 44.
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.
FirstI would like to send a big hello to all those who visited Hedley, who live in Hedley and those that are considering moving to Hedley.
You will see in our community an involved population of volunteers eager to help and work together with a quality of life second to none.
We invite you to experience our community's hopes and aspirations and share your own as well. Various projects throughout the city are being considered to make it more welcoming and prosperous.
Our school continues to have a great athletic program that makes us proud. We also have three churches in our community.
As the home of the Annual Cotton Festival, Hedley is the place to be every October on the second Saturday. I personally
invite you to join us.
We have been going through a lot of changes in Hedley and are proud of the work being done to insure the future of Hedley is strong. We will continue with a sense of purpose and strive for progress and community pride.
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
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.
City Hall
109 Main Street
806-856-5241
Monday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, 9:00 a.m. to noon.
Population: 280
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.
City Secretary Diana Postma
Elected Officials
Mayor Trisha Chambless
Board of Aldermen: Clinton Pierce, Tanya White Gibson, Aaron Hanes, Larry Ely, and Jennifer Floyd.
Meetings: Second Thursdays at 7 p.m.
Hedley Volunteer Fire Dept. 104 W. Railroad
Fire Chief: Neal Koetting, Assistant Chief Clayton Beagle
Parks: Hedley School Park, picnic tables, playground equipment. Public tennis courts available.
Trash / Recycling
Metal bin on Railroad Street and recycling of oil is behind City Hall at no charge. City trash trailer is available for larger items or loads. Call City Hall for details.
Utilities: See page 44.
Hedley Community Development Corporation (Local Housing Authority)
806-856-9838
108 W. Second, Hedley, TX 79237
Hedley Senior Citizens Center 806-856-0143, 111 Main Street
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Home delivered meals available.
US Post Office, 200 N. Main Hedley, TX 79237
806-856-5221
Counter Hours: Monday-Friday, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Postmaster: Sharon Graves
Overlooking 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.
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.
For more information, call the Pro Shop at 806-874-2166.
City Hall
245 Rick Husband Blvd.
806-874-2222
Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
What’s new? New playground equipment is available at McMorries Memorial Park, and a putting green has also been added to the park for a nice way for kids and adults to relax. A variety of Airbnb locations are open in Howardwick so visitors can stay and play in the Lakeside City.
Population: 370
Location: Howardwick is on State Hwy.
70 seven miles north of Clarendon and 11 miles south of Interstate 40.
Established: Sherwood Shores, 1968
Incorporated: Howardwick, 1971
City Secretary: Sandy Lynn Childress
City Secretary Trainee: Tammy Brinson
Elected Officials
Mayor Pro-tem: Johnny Floyd
Board of Aldermen: Terry Barnes, Mary Grady, Jada Murray, and Johnny Hubbard.
Meetings:
Second Tuesdays at 6 p.m.
2023 Tax Rates:
Property: $0.366301 per $100 valuation
Sales: 1%
City of Howardwick Vol. Fire Dept.
247 Rick Husband Blvd.
Fire Chief: James Gaither
Asst. Chief: Guy Maggi
Parks: McMorries Memorial Park at the junction of Rick Husband Boulevard and Columbia Drive. Features include picnic tables, a covered pavilion, barbecue grills, and playground equipment. 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.
Trash
Trash Dumpsters one block west of City Hall. Bagged household trash only.
Utilities: See page 44.
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.
Your friends are waiting for you!
It is with great pride that I invite you to our Little City With a Big heart.
Howardwick is situated on Greenbelt Lake and is continuing to grow. It is a great place for recreation, retirement, or relaxation.
There is always something to do here whether you are a resident or a visitor! Enjoy fishing and outdoor activities at the lake, take a dip in the newly renovated pool at the Country Club or play a round of golf. You can also spend the day out our park, plenty of shaded seating and tables with lots for the kids to play on.
While you are here have a meal at the Back Forty, known for their BBQ, and located at Deacon’s Roost or at the Country Club Grill.
For all your last minute needs, The Sunrise Convenience Store is centrally located across from City Hall.
In Howardwick, we have many family friendly events throughout the year, including our Annual HoeDown, our Christmas for Kids, Trunk R Treat for Halloween, and our Easter Egg Hunt with pancake breakfast and Bingo at the Country Club just to name a few. Everyone is welcome!
If you plan on visiting there is the Pine Shed AirBNB and a new AirBNB is on the way!
If you’re planning an event, you can rent the City’s community center or the Country Club has a beautiful venue available to the public.
Howardwick welcomes you!
LOCATION: Howardwick is only minutes from US 287 and Interstate 40 but far from the traffic, hustle, and bustle of city life., five miles north of Clarendon on State Hwy. 70.
COMMUNITY CENTER & PARK:
Putting green, playground, RV parking, and a community building with a kitchen and indoor/outdoor seating Call 806.874.2222.
GREENBELT LAKE: Enjoy fishing, boating, kayaking, and camping at the lake located on the south side of Howardwick, and many homes have direct access to the water!
COME STAY: Whether you are wanting to purchase for retirement, recreation, or relaxation, Howardwick would like to invite you to come and stay!
www.co.donley.tx.us
Population: 3,258
Organized: 1881
County Seat: Clarendon
Meetings: Commissioners Court: County Courthouse, Second Mondays at 9 a.m.
Total 2023 Tax Rate:
$0.5904987 per $100 value
Courthouse & Annex:
300 S. Sully, Clarendon
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Clerk’s Office: 806-874-3436
Treasurer’s Office: 806-874-2328
County Attorney: 806-874-0216
County Judge: 806-874-3625
County Assessor: 806-874-2193
Sheriff’s Office & Jail: Call 911 for Emergencies 301 S. Jefferson, Clarendon
AgriLife Extension Office
806-874-2141
Donley Co. Activity Center
4430 Hwy. 70 North Clarendon, Texas 79226
Justice of the Peace Precincts 1&2
314 S. Sully St. Clarendon, Texas 79226 806-874-2016
Justice of the Peace Precincts 3&4
201 N. Main St. Hedley, Texas 79237 806-856-5914
Donley Appraisal District
806-874-2744
304 S. Kearney Street Clarendon, Texas 79226
www.donleycad.org
Trash / Recycling:
Residents from the non-incorporated areas of Donley County may use the county transfer station located on County Road T. The station is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. In addition to household trash, the station takes metals and oil for recycling. Cost to Dump: FREE
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.)
GENERAL MANAGER
Bobbie Kidd
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President: Phillip Self, Childress
Directors: Cameron Word, Clarendon; Stacy Henry, Crowell; Leon Ward, Hedley; and Van R. White, 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.
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.
For
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 tour-
ist 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 led to Lake
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.CityofClarendonTX.com.
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; delivered in person to the office at 712 9th Street, Wellington, Texas; or made online at GreenLightGas.org
TELEPHONE LANDLINES –
Windstream Communication, 855-575-7625. Payments can be made locally at Burton Memorial Library.
CABLE TELEVISION – Optimum, 844-790-7475. Payments can be made locally at Burton Memorial Library.
INTERNET PROVIDERS –
AMA-TechTel, 806-322-2222; AW Broadband, 806-4120888; Optimum, 844-7907475 omptimum.com; Kinetic/ Windstream, 855-719-9724; and Wi-Power, 877-877-6861.
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; Kinetic/Windstream, 855-7199724; and Wi-Power, 877877-6861.
WATER – Red River Water Authority, 940-723-8697.
ELECTRIC – Greenbelt Electric Coop., 800-527-3082.
TELEPHONE LANDLINES –Windstream Communication, 855-575-7625
INTERNET PROVIDERS –Kinetic/Windstream, 855-7199724; and Wi-Power, 877877-6861.
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
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.
Clarendon Family Medicine
806-874-3531
One Medical Drive, Clarendon, Texas
Open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Thursday, and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Friday. Provides: General family medicine, state immunizations, basic lab tests, and limited urgent care. Medicare and Medicaid accepted. One medical doctor, two physician’s assistants, and one nurse practitioner.
Clarendon Dental Associates
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, 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.
Donley County Hospital District
806-874-2233
Three Medical Drive
Clarendon, Texas
Provides: Countywide ambulance service (see above) and indigent care for qualified applicants.
Donley County Senior Citizens
806-874-2665
115 E. Fourth, Clarendon, Texas
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
Provides: Hot lunches at affordable prices on weekdays, wellness and entertainment programs for seniors and others, and Meals on Wheels service in Clarendon and Howardwick.
Other Local Services:
Home health services and hospice services are also available. Call the Visitor Center for information, 806-874-2421.
The Clarendon EDC has led the way in Downtown Revitalization efforts with more than $1.95 million invested in the Central Business District since 2008.
1122 College Drive
Clarendon, TX 79226
Fall 2023 Enrollment: 1,373
www.ClarendonCollege.edu
President: Tex Buckhaults
Board of Regents: Chairman
James Shelton, Lon Adams, Dr. Guy Ellis, Janice Knorpp, Chris Matthews, Shaun O'Keefe, Carey Wann, and Jay Anders.
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, and Amarillo.
The Clarendon College Meats Judging Team won the title in an international contest in Australia in July 2024, dominating the ICMJ National Championship in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales.
CC Rodeo Team members Wacey Schalla and Weston Timberman nearly won the men’s title in June 2024 at the CNFR up against teams of six men. See the story on page 12.
For the first time, the CC women’s rodeo program took a full team to the College National Finals Rodeo this year. The Lady Bulldogs wrapped up the Southwest Region season at the Tarleton State University rodeo by finishing second in the standings and earning the right to have four ladies compete at Casper, Wyoming, in June.
’d like to welcome you to Clarendon College where Our Tradition is Your Success.
Clarendon College is the Texas Panhandle's first college. As an Institution of Higher Education, we are excited to recognize excellence in education and community growth as we have over the past 125 years we have been serving our students and communities.
Since the day our doors opened, we’ve had an unwavering belief in an education rooted in values, creativity and intellectual curiosity. We are proud to offer students across the region an opportunity for success close to home.
We are proud of the acheivements our students have accomplished recently 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 programs
as well as our rodeo and ranch horse teams.
You will find our faculty and staff to be supportive of you as you pursue your educational goals and dreams. If you need further information, please stop by one of our campuses in Clarendon, Pampa, Childress, or Amarillo or call us at 1-800-687-9737.
It’s a great day to be a Bulldog!
The Clarendon College Meats Judging Team won the title in an international contest in Australia this year, dominating the ICMJ National Championship in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales.
Clarendon Consolidated Independent School District
416 W. Allen, Clarendon, Texas
Administration: 806-310-7220
High School: 806-310-7901
Junior High: 806-310-7655
Elementary: 806-310-7760
Class 2A Enrollment: 400
www.ClarendonISD.net
Superintendent: Jarod Bellar
School Board: President Wayne Hardin, Robin Ellis, Donny Howard, Chuck Robertson, Taylor Shelton, Chrisi Tucek, and Mike Word.
Meetings: Second week of the month. Day varies with school activities.
Mascot: Broncos
Colors: Maroon & White
CCISD was awarded an Effective Advising Framework grant in the amount of $215,000 to advise K-12 students and parents regarding postsecondary options including college and career.
CCISD was awarded a Learning Acceleration Support Opportunities grant in the amount of $260,000 to increase classroom support for students and teachers.
CHS tied for 13th in the 2A Lone Star Cup Standings out of 214 schools and continues to compete at a high level in many different UIL competitions.
Clarendon CISD as well as the CHS and CJH campuses were named to the ERP Honor Roll as Top Performing District and Campuses. 89 Districts made the Honor Roll which is approximately 10% of all eligible districts in the state. 835 Schools made the Honor roll which is approximately 12% of all eligible schools in the state.
On 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 1870s.
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.
We strive to provide the best educational experiences and opportunities for every student through high quality instruction and a wide variety of opportunities for students to
get involved and enhance their leadership skills.
Clarendon CISD has a long tradition of excellence in providing students with an educational experience that prepares them to be well-rounded members of the community and to build a successful future.
Clarendon CISD is proud of the continued partnership with Clarendon College and affordable dual credit offerings with support from the PEAK scholarship program.
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
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.
Clarendon Young Man of the Year • CUTTER SEAY
Hedley Young Man of the Year • LIAM BRANIGAN
Clarendon Young Woman of the Year • COURTLYN CONKIN
Hedley Young Woman of the Year • FLOR SILVESTRE
Hedley Consolidated Independent School District
806-856-5323
301 Jones Street
Hedley, Texas 79237
Class A Enrollment: 96
www.HedleyISD.net
Superintendent: Tracey Bell
School Board: President Dana Bell, Tangela Copelin, Bruce Howard, Shauna Herbert, Michael Metcalf, Troy Monroe, and Carole Ward.
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.
Hedley CISD, where children are valued for being unique and talented in a variety of areas. The staff at Hedley CISD works hard each day to meet the individual needs of each student, and to help them as they choose different career paths through graduation.
The district continues to pursue a high-quality staff that is devoted to helping students achieve their full educational potential. The core values that Hedley CISD has focused on for many years are Students First; Relationships; High Expectations; Success Driven Culture; Safe Learning Environment; and Excellence in Every Classroom. As we began the new school year, staff were challenged to raise the bar in their classrooms and work to instill excellence and pride back in our school.
In the past year, we have put a large portion of our focus on two things: increasing college and career readiness for high school students and to increase the rigor of our curriculum to better prepare our students for life beyond high school. We currently offer certifications in welding,
technology and in the medical field. By partnering with Clarendon College there are many dual credit classes offered to our high school students as well. In fact, this year we have added Welding as a dual credit class.
Through grant money we received this past spring, the district is adding a new playground system as well as a new program that can help students, families, and staff with mental health and wellbeing. Other grant monies the district received are being utilized to purchase and facilitate curriculum that is more vertically aligned throughout the grade levels as well as increasing the rigor to which our students are held accountable.
The teachers, staff, administrators, and the school board are invested in this community and are steadfast in building strong relationships among our families, community members, and committee members to foster growth in all students. There are various committees here at Hedley CISD; and if anyone is interested in being a part of decision making for your child and their school,
please feel free to contact an administrator to join. By partnering with families and community members, we have a better chance of providing an educational experience that focuses on the development and safety of the whole child.
Hedley CISD is proud to offer exciting learning experiences for our students. It’s a great school for students inside and outside of Hedley. We always welcome transfer students, and all students who live outside of city limits are provided with transportation.
If you are looking for small class sizes and a meaningful, rigorous education for your child then contact Hedley CISD today!
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Benchmark Solutions
905 S Fillmore #105 Amarillo, TX 79101 (800) 378-9179
Best Western Red River Inn PO Box 120 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-0160
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 22.
Broken Road Jr. PO Box 203 Hedley, TX 79237 (806) 204-1209
Brollier’s Auto Parts PO Box 9 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2240
Burton Memorial Library PO Box 703 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3685
CASA of the High Plains 315 N. Ballard Pampa, TX 79065 (806) 669-7638
Chad Holland Real Estate PO Box 541 Childress, TX 79201 (806) 205-0497
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 23.
Charles S. Middleton and Son, LLC 4803 1st Street Lubbock TX 79416 (806) 763-5331
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 25.
City of Clarendon PO Box 1089 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 875-3438
City of Hedley PO Box 185 Hedley, TX 79237 (806) 856-5241
City of Howardwick
247 Rick Husband Blvd. Howardwick, TX 79226 (806) 874-2222
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 36.
Clarendon CISD PO Box 610
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 310-7220
Clarendon College PO Box 968
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3571
SEE OUR ADS ON PAGES 11, 39, & 51.
Clarendon Country Club PO Box 856
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2166
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 34.
Clarendon Dental Associates PO Box 749
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-5652
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 47.
Clarendon Economic Development Corp. PO Box 826
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2421
SEE OUR ADS ON PAGES 48 & 56.
Clarendon Family Medicine 1 Medical Center Drive
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3531
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 47.
Clarendon Housing Authority 103 E 4th Street Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2458
Clarendon Insurance Agency PO Box 988
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3506
Clarendon KLM PO Box 1170
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-5110
Clarendon Lions Club PO Box 1110
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 662-4689
Clarendon Methodist Church PO Box 157
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3667
Clarendon Nursing Home PO Box 965
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2273
Clarendon Outdoor Entertainment Assn. PO Box 61 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3544
Clarendon Outpost PO Box 927
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-5201
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
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 5.
Corrective Aesthetics PO Box 551
Clarendon, TX 79226 (936) 494-9393
Country Bloomers Flowers & Gifts PO Box 961
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2508
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 20.
Courtney D'Costa Scentsy Consultant PO Box 1366
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 316-3112
Dashy Classy Cleaners 321 Walleye Street Howardwick, TX 79226 (806) 316-6518
Diamond P Processing PO Box 1038
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 346-5827
Diane's Tax Service PO Box 774
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-0043
Donley County Senior Citizens PO Drawer B
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2665
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 16.
Donley County State Bank PO Box 967
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3581
Every Nook & Cranny PO Box 171
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3335
Fletcher Properties PO Box 435
Claude, TX 79019 (806) 674-7064
Floatin' T Boutique 4850 FM 1260
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 663-1333
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 15.
Floyd's Automotive Supply PO Box 400 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2755
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 15.
Garrison’s Food Market PO. Box 231
Shamrock, TX 79079 (806) 256-3552
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 29.
Great Western Dining, Inc. PO Box 968
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2282
Greenbelt Electric Co-op, Inc. PO Box 948
Wellington, TX 79095 (806) 447-2536
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 44.
Greenbelt Municipal and Industrial Water Authority PO Box 665
Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3650
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 41.
Hedley Senior Citizens Association PO Box 216
Hedley, TX 79237 (806) 856-0143
Henson's PO Box 821 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3517
Herring Bank PO Box 947 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3556
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 2.
HH&R Services PO Box 63 Hedley, TX 79237 (806) 881-4997
High Plains Senior Care 1906 Avenue G NW Childress, TX 79201 (940) 461-3552
Hunt No More Storage 509 S Cottage Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 336-8576
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 47.
J.R. Graham Motor Grader 514 S Collison Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 674-1867
J&W Lumber & Supply PO Box 888 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2000
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 19.
Jobob’s Services 4675 FM 2944 Hedley, TX 79237 (806) 205-0270
KLSR / KEFH Radio PO Box 400 Memphis, TX 79245 (806) 259-3511
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 43.
Kevin Johnson Bits & Spurs PO Box 841 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 205-0435
Kinetic / Windstream (832) 208-6696
Knorpp Insurance PO Drawer A Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3521
Koetting Enterprises, LLC 3891 US Hwy. 287 E. Lelia Lake, TX 79240 (806) 874-5186
Lashes by Holly PO Box 564 Clarendon, TX 79226 (928) 245-2614
Leo's Barbershop #2 419 E 2nd Street Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 204-1952
Liberty Electrical, Plumbing, Construction, & HVAC PO Box 1226 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 335-0918
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 7.
Lowe's Pay & Save Ace Hardware PO Box 130 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3164
Michael & Anndria Newhouse Farms 4797 CR 6 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 663-1465
Mike's Pharmacy PO Box 770 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3554
Monroe's Barber Shop PO Box 836 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 983-0434
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 46.
Monroe's Peach Ranch 4275 US 287 Hedley, TX 79237 (806) 856-5933
Mulkey Theatre PO Box 826 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2421
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 42.
Nutrien Ag Solutions PO Box 188 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3360
Odima Investments PO Box 1408 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-0100
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 27.
Pearson Construction 4091 CR 24 Hedley, TX 79237 (806) 674-8850 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 32.
Phelps Plumbing Heating & Air 304 Sailfish Howardwick, TX 79226 (806) 874-1675
Pilgrim Bank PO Box 985 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2080
Rambling Ranch Boutique PO Box 1026 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 886-0679
REFZ Sports Bar & Grill PO Box 385 Guymon, OK 73942 (806) 822-7993
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 17.
Robertson Funeral Directors PO Box 1090 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3515 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 21.
Saints' Roost Museum PO Box 781 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2746 SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 18.
Sandell Drive-In Theater PO Box 250 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-0685
Sayes A Tack, LLC 12100 FM 2362 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 679-6927
Shelton & Shelton Law Office PO Box 1370 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3591
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 28.
Shelton Title Company PO Box 673 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3511
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 28.
Shields Plumbing, LLC PO Box 639 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 205-3666
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 19.
Sonic Drive-In PO Box 155 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-0483
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 7.
Speed's Tire 4601 FM 1260 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 206-3862
Studio E Creative PO Box 1149 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 662-4687
Sully Suds Laundry Mat 3122 SE 114th Ave Amarillo, TX 79118 (806) 418-3214
SWEPCO 3708 W. 7th Street Texarkana, TX 75501 (903) 223-5880
The Bridge 804 Quail Creek Dr Amarillo, TX 79124 (806) 372-2873
The Camper Corral RV Park PO Box 1294 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 341-2901
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 22. The Clarendon Enterprise PO Box 1110 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2259
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 47.
Tommy Hill Construction PO Box 1315 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 576-9321
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 28.
Wallace Monument Company PO Drawer N Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-2442
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 34.
Western Skies Motel PO Box 1004 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3501
Whistle Stop 1211 E. 2nd Street Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 206-6815
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 16.
Whitaker Real Estate 4600 I-40 West Suite 101 Amarillo, TX 79106 (806) 356-6100
SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 25.
Wicked Fast Attire 405 Blair Street Hedley, TX 79237 (806) 930-1252
XYX Digital Solutions PO Box 533 Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 205-3115
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