Where are they now?...Kalen Youtsey

Great parents create great offspring. The kids develop the same habits as their parents by observation. Those habits include becoming life-long learners, working hard, striving for success, always doing the right thing, community support and public service.

ELKS SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

ELKS SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS—Several graduates were awarded scholarships from the Perryton Elks Lodge. They were, from left, Giovanni Garcia, Cierra Morgan, Chloe Tanner, Mariana Valenzuela, and Andrea Dadderio, pictured with Elks Scholarship organizer Terry Ashmore.

Senior News

Happy Anniversary my darling Perry, 40 years has sure been good to us! For those of you wondering how he put up with me for this long...well, I have no answer. Believe me, I have asked myself that same question many times. I do wish I had a dime for every time we’ve been asked that question though.

How to keep outdoor living areas safe

Outdoor living spaces are a wildly popular trend. A 2021 survey conducted on behalf of the International Casual Furnishings Association and American Home Furnishings Alliance found that 90 percent of individuals surveyed felt outdoor living spaces are more valuable than ever.

PERRYTON SCHOOLS SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM MENU

Served at the Williams Intermediate Cafeteria: Monday through Friday Breakfast: 7:20-8 a.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Ludi Pena Martin AEC: Breakfast: 7:50-8:20 a.m. Lunch: 12-12:30 p.m.

SENIOR NEWS

Sometimes I’m not too sure if having a long weekend is such a good thing. It felt like this past week was spent trying to catch a herd of chickens. I thought life would begin to slow down by now. But oh no, it just keeps on spinning faster and faster.

Poison prevention tips for the home

Poisons are all around us, and notably in our homes. The Health Resources and Services Administration says that more than 90 percent of poisonings happen at home - with many occurring in the bathroom, kitchen and bedroom.

Chisum named PPW May Young Careerist

Maegan Chisum has been selected as the Panhandle Professional Women’s Club as the Young Careerist for May. She is married to Trevor Chisum, and they have three children, Ashlyn, 13; Kutter, 9; and Tayla, 13. She is loan administrator for Plains Land Bank.

PERRYTON SCHOOLS SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM MENU

Served at the Williams Intermediate Cafeteria: Monday through Friday Breakfast: 7:20-8 a.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Ludi Pena Martin AEC: Breakfast: 7:50-8:20 a.m. Lunch: 12-12:30 p.m.

Did you know?

Socialization in midlife can have a profound impact on individuals as they approach their golden years. A 2019 study led by researchers at University College London found that being more socially active in your 50s and 60s predicts a lower risk of developing dementia later in life.