Local Briefs

Snack Pak 4 Kids to meet Aug. 29 Snack Pak 4 Kids will meet Monday, Aug. 29, at 7 p.m. at the Williams Cafeteria to pack snack bags. Parking is available in the back of the school next to the Administration Building. Masks are optional, and hand sanitizer will be provided.

Scattered showers bring little moisture Wednesday morning

Widely scattered rain showers brought some precipitation to Ochiltree County Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning. KEYE Radio’s official rainfall total was .23 of an inch. The most rain recorded came from Randy and Cami Skaggs, who live one mile southeast of Perryton. They received .

COVID cases fall in county

COVID-19 results from Ochiltree General Hospital have decreased since last week. According to Chief Nursing Officer Jyme Kinnard, RN, Ochiltree General Hospital completed 57 total COVID-19 tests in the last seven days, with 13 positive cases, down from 19 last week.

Hemphill County Mini Ag Conference is set for Sept. 12

The Hemphill County Mini Ag Conference will be hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service office on Sept. 12 at the Hemphill County Exhibition Center, Sand Sage Room, 10865 Exhibition Road, Canadian. The program will be from 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Registration is $25, and lunch is included.

Did you know?

The pandemic presented challenges to businesses across all sectors, and the financial and insurance industries were no exception.

Crime Stoppers

(www.perrytoncs.org) On Aug. 17, 2022, the Ochiltree County Sheriff’s Department had outstanding warrants on the following people: John R. Pace, no personal information was available. Last known address was Perryton. There is one misdemeanor warrant for Pace for issuance of bad checks.

Texas hunting, fishing licenses for 2022-23 on sale

The beginning of a new hunting season is quickly approaching and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) reminds hunters and anglers to purchase their new licenses for 2022-23.

Burglaries damage investigated

Burglaries and criminal mischief reports topped police activity for the week. Aburglary was reported at 14 SW Second. A Microsoft Surface Pro laptop, valued at $1,770 was taken. A vehicle burglary was reported at 2305 S. Georgia. A debit card, loose change and keys were stolen.

Tips and tricks to make traveling with dogs easier

After years living under the cloud of a pandemic that limited where they could travel, many people have a strong desire to head off for parts unknown. As individuals and families ponder business trips or vacations, they may think about bringing a beloved pet along.