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TxDOT has increased focus on pedestrian safety this month

Last October marked the highest number of vehiclepedestrian crashes, which is why the Texas Department of Transportation is pleading with drivers this month to be more aware of “our most vulnerable road users.

County adopts jury selection plan

The Ochiltree County Commissioners’ Court met Monday morning in the Ochiltree County Courthouse. Among other items on the agenda, the commissioners adopted a jury selection plan for the county. The plan needs to be renewed periodically with the Texas Secretary of State’s office.

PHS students inducted into NHS

Perryton High School’s chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) inducted more than 30 new members into the organization. The National Honor Society is a national organization dedicated to recognizing high school students who have attained high levels of academic achievement.

Remaining amendments explained; early voting underway

Texas voters will cast ballots on 14 proposed amendments to the state constitution on Tuesday, Nov. 7. Early voting began Oct. 23, and will run through Friday, Nov. 3. at the Ochiltree County Courthouse, first floor, south office. Early voting hours are 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Oct. 23-Nov.

PUMPKINS FOR PRIZES

Perryton residents looking for sales, entertainment, and fun snacks visited downtown Perryton on Thursday evening for the annual Moonlight Madness event sponsored by the Perryton-Ochiltree Chamber of Commerce.

Local Briefs

CWC to hold Harvest Festival Community Worship Center will hold a Harvest Festival on Saturday, Oct. 21, from 4-7 p.m. There will be carnival games, bounce houses, face painting, a petting zoo, and more. Texas Blueline Barbecue and the United Supermarkets food trailer will be present serving food.

Save Texas history contest taking entries

Texas Land Commissioner DawnBuckingham,M.D. has announced the kickoff of the 2023 Save Texas History essay contest for fourth and seventh grade students. Essay contest encourages students to answer an important question: “What history in your community is worth saving?