Burglary investigated

A home burglary and a criminal mischief incident were reported and investigated during the week. A residence in the 300 block of SE First was burglarized. Taken was a 32” Hisense TV, valued at $150. A chain barrier at 2900 S. Main was broken by a white older model pickup driving through the lot.

TOPARC meets to observe its 50th anniversary

Members of the Top of the Panhandle Amateur Radio Club (TOPARC) met recently to celebrate the club’s 50th anniversary.

Choir students qualify for state

Perryton High School choir members traveled to Canyon High School on Feb. 25 to compete in UIL Vocal Solo and Ensemble Contest, with a number of students qualifying for the State competition in May.

County recognizes high rating for Clerk’s office

The Ochiltree County Commissioners’ Court met on Monday morning, Feb. 27, in the Ochiltree County Courthouse. The commissioners recognized the County Clerk’s office for earning an outstanding rating from the League of Women Voters of Texas in their 2022 general election county website review.

HALE NAMED CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

Charlotte Hale received congratulations from many well-wishers after she was named the Citizen of the Year on Feb. 23 during the Perryton-Ochiltree Chamber of Commerce’s annual banquet.

GRAND CHAMPION GOAT

GRAND CHAMPION GOAT—The award for Grand Champion Goat at the Ochiltree County Junior Livestock Show and Sale on Jan. 20-21 went to Cash Wheeler. The animal was purchased by United Supermarket, Daddy’s Dogs, Dr. Rick Siewert, and Perryton Insurance.

Local Briefs

Snack Pak 4 Kids to meet March 6 Snack Pak 4 Kids will meet at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 6, in the Williams Intermediate cafeteria. Parking is available next to the Administration Building. Masks are optional, and hand sanitizer will be provided. Donations can be sent to P.O.