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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.

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.

Big Time Texas Hunts entries open for 2022-23

This season, Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Big Time Texas Hunts (BTTH) program is offering Texans some of the very best hunting opportunities in the state. Ten premium guided hunt packages are offered in this year’sBig Time Texas Huntsdrawing.

Wheatheart Rodeo, Ultimate Bullfighters set Aug. 19-20

The Perryton Rodeo Association will sponsor the 24th Annual Wheatheart Rodeo this Friday and Saturday, Aug. 19-20, with the Ultimate Bullfighters event on Saturday. Friday night’s performance will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Ochiltree County Arena.

Council sets tax rate, discusses higher gas prices

The Perryton City Council met Tuesday at 11 a.m. for a public hearing about the proposed tax rate, and discussed a natural gas surcharge during their meeting. The council heard and voted to approve the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2022-23 which was just under $16 million.
MEET-AND-GREET FOR TEACHERS

MEET-AND-GREET FOR TEACHERS

MEET-AND-GREET FOR TEACHERS

As Perryton Independent School District welcomed students back for another year at school on Wednesday, teachers and staff used the first half of the week to make final preparations for the year and to hold “Meet the Teacher” events so students and parents could get to know their new teachers...

PISD earns ‘A’ rating from state

The Perryton ISD received more good news last week, this time from the Texas Education Agency. TEA has released the Accountability Ratings for the 2021-22 school year, and the PISD earned an “A” rating as a district.