Where are they now?...Abby Deal Cobb

The branches of Perryton’s tree go on forever in numerous directions and careers. Perryton and its schools have impacted the economy of many cities across the United States. Few of the kids that grew up in Perryton have made as big of an impact in their community as Abby Deal Cobb.

The essentials for your tackle box

Recreational fishing is enjoyed by millions of people. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service reported that there was an 8 percent increase in anglers between 2011 and 2017. Expenditures by anglers nationwide rose 2 percent during the same time, from $45 billion to $46.1 billion.

Quilt guild day group elects officers

The Friendship Quilt Guild day group met on July 15. Cynthia Shattles gave a program on the many community service projects the guild participates in.

BROWSING FOR BARGAINS

Jessica DeWitt and her daughters Kallie and Chloe recently paid a visit to the Perryton Farmers Market to check out the goods on offer. Merchandise at the market includes fresh produce, homemade pastries, bread, pickles, and salsas, artwork, soaps, handmade furniture, and more.

SENIOR NEWS

My month of dessert making is over. Was it fun, yep. Did I find some new recipes, yep. Will I ever do it again? NOPE. “August is that last flicker of fun and heat before everything fades and dies. The final moments of fun before the freeze. In the winter everything changes.” We should be so lucky.

Bechthold, Howard wed July 11

Jill Bechthold of Perryton and Hunter Howard of Follett exchanged wedding vows on July 11, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. at Valley View Event Center in Amarillo. Officiating minister was Jason Archuleta.

Scars can be minimized with treatments

Scars can develop if an injury is not treated properly or you didn’t think a cut was deep enough to necessitate treatment. Scars also may develop after surgery or another medical procedure.

SENIOR NEWS

WEBSITE: WWW.PERRYTONSENIORS.ORG It’s 50/50 time once again on Friday. You still do not have to be present to win, but you must have your name in the hopper. All you peeps driving up to pick up meals, all you need to do is hand me $$ to enter in the big drawing.

Ways to keep immune system strong

The immune system is a powerful component of the human body. The immune system recognizes when viruses, bacteria and other foreign invaders enter or compromise the body, and then takes action to prevent illnesses from taking over.

Summer safety tips for hand sanitizer

With temperatures reaching 100 degrees or higher during the summer, Dr. Mihaela Stefan, professor of chemistry, biochemistry, and bioengineering at The University of Texas at Dallas, said hand sanitizer bottles should not be left in hot cars.