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First Methodist to hold VBSFirst Methodist Church at 321 S. Baylor will hold their Vacation Bible School on July 6-9 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. This year’s theme is “Rome (Paul and the Underground Church).” Kids in Pre-K through fifth grade are welcome. For more information, call 806-435-6571.

SeniorNews

website:www.perrytonseniors.orgCongratulations to Keith Good for winning the Father’s Day Raffle. He was so stinkin’ excited. Who wouldn’t be?

‘Fast Cash’

On June 24, 2026, the Ochiltree County Sheriff’s Department had outstanding warrants on the following people: Richard Reed, no personal information was available. Last known address was Pampa. There are three misdemeanor warrants for Reed for issuance of bad checks.
Williams Intermediate Elementary School recognized the school’s Teacher of the Year and the Paraprofessional of the Year. Pictured are, from left, Paraprofessional of the Year Sherry Good and Teacher of the Year Dana Walker.

Williams Intermediate Elementary School recognized the school’s Teacher of the Year and the Paraprofessional of the Year. Pictured are, from left, Paraprofessional of the Year Sherry Good and Teacher of the Year Dana Walker.

WILLIAMS STAFF AWARDS

Area receives another dose of rain this week

Perryton and Ochiltree County were treated to some more rain this week, courtesy of a short but intense rainstorm on Tuesday morning, along with a small thunderstorm early Wednesday morning.Dr. Emily White, who lives near Ochiltree General Hospital, received 2.50 inches of rain.

Commissioners approve SB8 funds and grant Monday

The Ochiltree County Commissioners’ Court met on Monday morning at the Ochiltree County Courthouse.Among other items on the agenda, the commissioners approved the certification of funds and adopted a special budget for Texas Senate Bill 8.
HERNANDEZ NAMED OUTSTANDING PERFORMER

HERNANDEZ NAMED OUTSTANDING PERFORMER

HERNANDEZ NAMED OUTSTANDING PERFORMER

Gustavo Hernandez, a recent graduate of Perryton High School, was selected as an Outstanding Performer at the 2026 UIL Texas State Solo-Ensemble Contest. Of the approximately 100,000 students participating in regional UIL music contests, only 2-3% earned the honor.
Frank Phillips College, Allen Campus hosted a pulled pork dinner fundraiser Tuesday evening for the Perryton Pathways scholarship program. Hungry diners had dine in, take out, and delivery options available, as well as a silent auction. Pictured are Phil and Lori Dollar picking up their meal from volunteer Misty Stockton. Pathways is open to PHS freshmen and eligible sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

Frank Phillips College, Allen Campus hosted a pulled pork dinner fundraiser Tuesday evening for the Perryton Pathways scholarship program. Hungry diners had dine in, take out, and delivery options available, as well as a silent auction. Pictured are Phil and Lori Dollar picking up their meal from volunteer Misty Stockton. Pathways is open to PHS freshmen and eligible sophomores, juniors, and seniors.

PULLED PORK FOR PATHWAYS

Local Briefs

DAR sets events for July 4The Wolf Creek Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution have scheduled events at Leatherman Park for July 4. The organization is inviting food trucks, vendors, and nonprofits to participate in the celebration. There is no charge to participate.