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State reports small decrease of COVID cases in Ochiltree County

News Staff

Friday, August 5, 2022

The State of Texas’ COVID-19 numbers for Ochiltree County dropped slightly late this week. According to data from the Texas Department of State Health Services, the county has had 34 new cases of the virus in the last 14 days, a decrease of 3% over the previous 14 days.

HIGH SCHOOL MEMORIES

News Staff

Friday, August 5, 2022

Perryton High School students turned out on Wednesday afternoon to pick up their new yearbooks, which were distributed in front of the PHS library. Pictured are, from left, Ashley Hernandez, Abby Vargas, yearbook sponsor Shawn Tevis, and yearbook staff member Molly McGaughy.

United Way sets 2023 allocations; plans campaign kickoff in October

News Staff

Friday, August 5, 2022

The Ochiltree United Way board met last week to set the campaign goal and make allocations to member agencies for 2023. The goal for this year’s fund drive is $94,300, which was allocated among nine agencies. That is $2,400 more than in 2022.

Wheatheart Wheat Conference set this Thursday in Perryton

News Staff

Friday, August 5, 2022

The 24th annual Wheatheart Wheat Conference, hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, is slated for this Thursday, Aug. 11 at the Ochiltree County Expo Center in Perryton.

PISD school registration is starting soon

News Staff

Friday, August 5, 2022

Perryton Independent School District is preparing for class registration for all students. There is still time for students to complete online registration. Online registration must be completed before campus check-in. Online registration began on July 27 but will remain open until Monday, Aug. 15.

DOG DAYS OF SUMMER

News Staff

Friday, August 5, 2022

With temperatures returning to the triple-digits for much of this week, Perryton residents were looking for any way to keep cool, even if that just meant relaxing in the shade. Pictured taking a break from the heat are, from left, Katie Gonzales, age 10, Love the dog, and Julie Gonzales.

Beef cattle conference set Aug. 9 in Pampa

News Staff

Thursday, August 4, 2022

A beef cattle conference will be offered Aug. 9 by theT exas A&M AgriLife Extension Servicein Gray County in the Gray County Annex, 12126 E. Frederic Ave., Pampa. The program will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The cost is $10 at the door, and lunch will be provided.

Did you know?

News Staff

Thursday, August 4, 2022

Do-it-yourself devotees cite a desire to save money as their primary motivator when attempting DIY home improvements.

CrimeStoppers ‘Fast Cash’

News Staff

Thursday, August 4, 2022

On Aug. 3, 2022, the Ochiltree County Sheriff’s Department had outstanding warrants on the following people: Felipe Tapia Hernandez, white male. Date of birth, July 10, 1975. Height, 5’4”, weight, 150 pounds. Brown eyes, brown hair. Last known address was Perryton.

From markers to face masks, classroom supplies may be tax deductible, according to IRS

News Staff

Thursday, August 4, 2022

Teachers go above and beyond for their students, often buying classroom supplies needed to make learning successful. The educator expense deduction allows eligible teachers and administrators to deduct part of the cost of technology, supplies and training from their taxes.

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