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City sales tax receipts down

News Staff
Thursday, December 28, 2023
The City of Perryton’s sales tax payments ended the year on a down note. For December, the city’s payment of $236,643 was down a little over 4%, and down 3.5% from its year to date payments of $3.13 million. Around the area, it was a mixed bag of increases and decreases.

Local businesses, organizations set New Year’s holiday closings

News Staff
Thursday, December 28, 2023
The end of 2023 is almost upon us, and many Perryton businesses, organizations, and governmental offices will be closed to let their employees celebrate the New Year’s holiday. Perryton Independent School District and Frank Phillips College,Allen Campus are both closed for their holiday breaks.

United Way drive close to goal

News Staff
Thursday, December 28, 2023
The Ochiltree United Way’s fund drive is close to reaching its 2024 goal, with more donations coming in this week. The drive has now raised $92,158, which is 98% of its $94,300 goal.
CHILI TO WARD OFF THE CHILLS

CHILI TO WARD OFF THE CHILLS

CHILI TO WARD OFF THE CHILLS

News Staff
Thursday, December 28, 2023
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service played host to a Crop Production and Protection Seminar at the Ochiltree County Expo Center on Thursday, Dec. 21. Speakers appeared virtually, allowing attendees from all parts of the state to take part.

Commissioners approve sheriff salary increase

News Staff
Thursday, December 28, 2023
The Ochiltree County Commissioners’ Court met on Wednesday morning at the Ochiltree County Courthouse. Among other items on the agenda, the commissioners approved a $4,700 increase in Ochiltree County Sheriff Terry Bouchard’s salary to $75,000 a year, effective immediately.
BALLOT DRAWING FOR CONSTABLE CANDIDATES

BALLOT DRAWING FOR CONSTABLE CANDIDATES

BALLOT DRAWING FOR CONSTABLE CANDIDATES

News Staff
Thursday, December 28, 2023
The candidates for Ochiltree County’s Constable election met last Thursday morning at the Ochiltree County Courthouse to draw for ballot position for the election. Tim Oliveras will be in first position on the ballot, with Nick Hale second.

Local Briefs

News Staff
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Clothing House to temporarily close The Church of Christ Clothing House at 822 S. Drake will be closed until Wednesday, Jan. 3 from 9-4p.m. They will also be open Friday, Jan. 3 from 9-4p.m. and will resume normal hours after.
RIBBON CUTTING FOR BLASTHETICS AND AREA EYE CENTER— Perryton-Ochiltree Chamber of Commerce members, along with staff, family, and well-wishers, gathered recently for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the grand opening of Blasthetics and Area Eye Center at 2309 S. Cedar in Perryton. Blasthetics is owned by Megan and Jay Blasingame, and Area Eye Center is owned by Dr. Stephanie Pulpan.

RIBBON CUTTING FOR BLASTHETICS AND AREA EYE CENTER— Perryton-Ochiltree Chamber of Commerce members, along with staff, family, and well-wishers, gathered recently for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to commemorate the grand opening of Blasthetics and Area Eye Center at 2309 S. Cedar in Perryton. Blasthetics is owned by Megan and Jay Blasingame, and Area Eye Center is owned by Dr. Stephanie Pulpan.

RIBBON CUTTING FOR BLASTHETICS AND

News Staff
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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