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.

Public Meetings

County commissioners set Monday meeting The Ochiltree County Commissioners’ Court will meet on Monday, Feb. 27, at 9 a.m. at the Ochiltree County Courthouse.

More candidates file as two periods close

Several candidates signed up to run for Perryton School Board as the filing period for two of the three contests closed on Feb. 17. The school board drew two more candidates for the two three-year terms up on the board, Jed Symons and incumbent Loyd Cator.

Willis foundation supports continuing education at OGH

Ochiltree General Hospital was the recipient of an annual grant from the Dean Allen Willis Foundation. The foundation supports continuing education for Ochiltree General Hospital doctors and nurses in the areas of trauma, emergency, and critical care.

Local 4-H members compete at Fort Worth, San Angelo stock shows

Ochiltree County 4-H members have been busy competing in stock shows in Fort Worth and San Angelo. Five local 4-H students competed recently at the Fort Worth Livestock Show. All of them placed with their entries.

A Man Who Found His Way…

He didn’t see it as a turning point at the time—this budding vocal artist who was belting out country songs at the Burger Box in Arlington.