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What to know about your pet and separation anxiety

News Staff
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
If you have ever lived in a household alongside a pet that excessively howls, scratches at the door, or exhibits an overall sense of panic when a loved one leaves the home, it can be beneficial to speak with a veterinarian about the potential diagnosis of separation anxiety.Dr.
On Saturday, Aug. 24, thousands of Ochiltree County residents turned out to watch the Wheatheart of the Nation Celebration parade. The winner of the Small Band category was the Sayre High School Band.

On Saturday, Aug. 24, thousands of Ochiltree County residents turned out to watch the Wheatheart of the Nation Celebration parade. The winner of the Small Band category was the Sayre High School Band.

PARADE CHAMP - SMALL BAND

News Staff
Wednesday, September 11, 2024

City’s sales tax payment drops 4% in September

News Staff
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
The City of Perryton’s sales tax payment for September showed a slight drop from its payment in September 2023.The city received a payment of $236,813, down a little over 4% from last September.For the year so far, its payments of $2.7 million are down only .35%.

School board hears complaint, okays construction plans

News Staff
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
The Perryton ISD Board of Trustees held a special board meeting on Sept. 5.The board opened the meeting and held a hearing regarding a parent complaint from Malissa Thomas about an incident that occurred with her son in the Perryton High School weight room.

Commissioners approve tax rate

News Staff
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
The Ochiltree County Commissioners’ Court met on Monday morning at the Ochiltree County Courthouse.Among other items on the agenda, the commissioners reviewed and discussed the county’s budget and tax rate for Fiscal Year 2024-25.A brief public hearing was held on the budget.
Local residents have been turning out for the Ochiltree County Farmers Market every Saturday for their pick of farm-fresh vegetables, homemade bread and pastries, handmade crafts and quilts, and much more. Pictured are, from left, Rene Schwalk and Penny Clark picking out some new treats to enjoy. The last day of the market will be this Saturday, Sept. 14.

Local residents have been turning out for the Ochiltree County Farmers Market every Saturday for their pick of farm-fresh vegetables, homemade bread and pastries, handmade crafts and quilts, and much more. Pictured are, from left, Rene Schwalk and Penny Clark picking out some new treats to enjoy. The last day of the market will be this Saturday, Sept. 14.

FARMERS MARKET ENDING THIS SATURDAY

News Staff
Wednesday, September 11, 2024
PARADE CHAMP - AUTOMOTIVE – The annual Wheatheart of the Nation Celebration parade attracted thousands of Ochiltree County residents on Saturday, Aug. 24. The winner of the Automotive category was Perryton High School’s Class of 1974.

PARADE CHAMP - AUTOMOTIVE – The annual Wheatheart of the Nation Celebration parade attracted thousands of Ochiltree County residents on Saturday, Aug. 24. The winner of the Automotive category was Perryton High School’s Class of 1974.

Improving animal welfare through spays and neuters

News Staff
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
As dedicated pet owners, we do everything possible to keep our pets happy and healthy, whether it is finding the best kind of food, providing a new favorite toy, or grooming and exercising them. Another way to keep our pets in good health is by spaying or neutering them.Dr.

Local Briefs

News Staff
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
PARSPA to meet MondayThe Perryton Area Retired School Personnel Association (PARSPA) will meet Monday, Sept. 9, at noon at the Senior Citizen Center. Members are encouraged to eat at the center at 11:30 a.m. for $10. PISD Superintendent Greg Brown will give the program, “What is Happening at PISD?

CrimeStoppers ‘Fast Cash’

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Wednesday, September 4, 2024
On Sept. 4, 2024, the Ochiltree County Sheriff’s Department had outstanding warrants on the following people: Diego Emmanuel Ramirez, white male. Date of birth, Jan. 13, 1987. Height, 5’7”, weight, 235 pounds. Brown eyes, black hair. Last known address was Perryton.

Bethlehem Lutheran to celebrate its 100th anniversary

News Staff
Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Perryton’s Bethlehem Lutheran Church, located at 611 S. Grinnell, will celebrate its 100th anniversary this Sunday, Sept. 8.The church held its first service on Sept. 7, 1924.The church will hold a special celebratory service on Sunday evening at 6 p.m.
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