The Red River Sun

12/09/2025

It’s that time of year again! 🎄🎅🏼

The Red River Sun will accept Letters to Santa until 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12. All submitted wish lists will be published in the Friday, Dec. 19 edition for Santa Claus to read.

Turn in your letter now via email to [email protected] or [email protected]; via mail to The Red River Sun, P.O. Box 1260, Childress, TX 79201; or in-person at The Red River Sun, 226 N. Main St., Childress. 📮✨

12/02/2025

The deadline for Miles for Miracles has been extended! 🎄

If you’re looking to give back to our community this holiday season, this is a great opportunity to do so. Donations, including cozy blankets, fuzzy socks, comforting stuffed animals and more, can be dropped off at Bobcat Nutrition or The Gentlemen’s Edge through Saturday, Dec. 20. 🧦

All donations will go to our local nursing home residents! 🙌🏼

We’ve decided to extend our Miles for Miracles drive until December 20th ❤️

We hope this gives everyone a little extra time to donate anything they can. Every blanket, pair of socks, stuffed animal, or small comfort item makes a huge difference. These donations go straight to our local nursing homes, bringing warmth, joy, and love to the residents who deserve it most.

If you’re able to give, we would be so grateful.
Thank you all for helping us make a miracle happen this holiday season. 🎄

12/02/2025

Get your Childress County Christmas Sharing applications in! 🎄🎅🏼

Plus, remember, new and gently used coats and winter gear can be donated through Monday, Dec. 15. Drop off locations include the Childress Chamber of Commerce, Dollar General, Justin Factory Store and Walmart, as well as local churches and all Childress ISD campuses. 🧤🧣

12/01/2025

🌟Matching Donations Opportunity! 🌟

This Tuesday is the last day every donation you make will be matched dollar for dollar by the Amarillo Area Foundation.

This is a unique opportunity to maximize your contribution and help us help local residents in need. Whether you can give $10 or $100, your gift will have twice the impact!

💖 To make your donation and double your impact, visit https://www.thepanhandlegives.org/organizations/childress-helping-hands. Together, we can create lasting change and drive our mission forward!

Thank you for your support. Together, we can make a real difference in our community!

11/30/2025

Christmas in the Park welcomed dozens of guests tonight, Saturday, Nov. 29, for meet-and-greets with Santa Claus, hot cocoa, hayrides and more, as Fair Park lit up for the 30th season. 🎅🎄

11/25/2025

CHILDRESS POLICE DEPARTMENT - BREAKING NEWS RELEASE

The Childress Police Department led a multi-agency operation Thursday, Nov. 20-Friday, Nov. 21 at a local hotel in Childress. The purpose of this initiative was to combat the solicitation of prostitution involving both adults and minors.

The operation was successfully organized and carried out with the assistance of the Childress County Sheriff’s Office, the 100th District Attorney’s Office and a professional affiliated with Skull Games Solutions, an organization specializing in combating s*x crimes and exploitation.

As the result of the operation, several individuals were taken into custody, leading to multiple felony charges related to the solicitation of a 19-year-old female. Additionally, one male was arrested for solicitation of a minor.

During the investigation, it was also discovered the several registered s*x offenders in the area were not in compliance with legal reporting requirements. The Childress County Sheriff’s Office will be pursuing further investigation and potential prosecution regarding those violations.

The Childress Police Department would like to thank all agencies and partners involved for their continued commitment to protecting the vulnerable and upholding the law.

Skull Games Solutions does accept donations to assist them in their fight. If you would like to donate to their cause, or to see their mission and the results that they have accomplished, visit their official webpage at https://skullgames.org/about.

This operation was fully funded by the Childress Police Department. If community members would like to support future efforts like this one, donations are welcome and appreciated. Contributions can be made by check and either hand-delivered or mailed to:

Childress Police Department
P.O. Box 1087
Childress, TX 79201

11/19/2025

‼️Scam Alert‼️

According to Childress Police Department Chief Jerrald Johnson, the Childress Police Department has received multiple calls, stating that a scammer is using the Childress Police Department phone number to call residents and claim their identity has been stolen.

"This is not the police department calling for this information," Johnson said. "As always, never give any personal information over the phone or computer."

"It's getting close to the holidays, and scams will pick up," Johnson added. "Have a great Thanksgiving and enjoy being with your family and loved ones."

11/18/2025

🎄November 2025 Schedule🎄

Come by to get a coat and application! 232 North Main Street

11/14/2025

The Childress Bobcats are Bi-District Champions! 🏈🏆

The Bobcats took on the Littlefield Wildcats in a 84-34 final tonight, Thursday, Nov. 13 at Happy State Bank Stadium in Canyon.

Congratulations, Bobcats! 💙

11/13/2025

‼️Scam Alert‼️

According to the City of Childress, two white males are traveling door-to-door, alleging to be representatives of Direct Energy.

They do not have a permit from the City of Childress to solicit. The city reminds residents to not provide identifying information, including driver license details.

If need, residents are advised to call the Childress Police Department at (940) 937-2546.

11/13/2025

Share the warmth this holiday season through Childress County Christmas Sharing's Winter Coat Drive! ❄️

Childress County Christmas Sharing is currently collecting new and gently used coats and winter gear through their Winter Coat Drive, open through Thursday, Dec. 11.

Coats and winter gear can be dropped off at the Childress Chamber of Commerce, Dollar General, Justin Factory Store and Walmart, as well as local school campuses and churches.

Plus, don't forget — Childress County Christmas Sharing application and coat pickup began today! Applications can be picked up from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and 4-6 p.m. at 232 N. Main St., Childress. 🎄