‘Fast Cash’

On Sept. 7, 2022, the Ochiltree County Sheriff’s Department had outstanding warrants on the following people: Chelsea Renee Akridge, white female. Date of birth, April 13, 1998. Height, 5’5”, weight, 115 pounds. Hazel eyes, red hair. Last known address was Beaver, OK.

House vandalized

It was a fairly quiet week for criminal activity. A residence at 902 S. Harvard had the house and vehicles egged, and the culprits also broke off a sprinkler head. Damage was estimated at $160. In county jail activity: Jaycee Marroquin, 45, was arrested on a felony parole warrant.

What to do if a pet is having a seizure

One of the scariest things a pet owner can witness is their beloved companion having a seizure, especially if it is the first time. Knowing what to do in this situation can not only help an owner stay calm and collected but can also help protect a seizing animal from injury. Dr.

COVID cases fall again in county

After an increase in cases last week, Ochiltree General Hospital’s COVID-19 numbers fell sharply this week. According to Chief Nursing Officer Jyme Kinnard, RN, Ochiltree General Hospital completed 58 total COVID-19 tests in the last seven days, with 14 positive cases, down from 28 cases last week.

B-I-N-G-O!

Perryton Senior Citizen Center hosted Bingo on Wednesday afternoon after their usual noontime meal for players from the Senior Center as well as from Senior Village. Pam Sanford, administrator of Senior Village, served as the bingo caller for the afternoon.

Scammers reportedly targeting elderly

A report of scam phone calls supposedly coming from Ochiltree General Hospital have been reported by OGH. According to Amie Marrufo, OGH community education director, the hospital has received reports of suspicious phone calls requesting personal information from the 806-435-3606 number.

Xcel warning customers of new scammers

Xcel Energy has received several reports of attempted phone scams against Texas and New Mexico customers and is reminding business and residential customers how to protect themselves from falling victim to scams.